Streamline Wages, Compliance, and Workforce Management with Intelligent Payroll Built for Construction
Intelligent AI construction software for Australian civil contractors.
Varicon uses artificial intelligence to automate payroll processing, ensure compliance with Australian construction awards, and eliminate manual timesheet errors that manual processes miss, saving contractors 25+ hours weekly whilst improving payroll accuracy by 40%.
Working with leading civil contractors
Join Over 100 Australian Civil Construction Companies Using Varicon's Payroll System to Eliminate Wage Errors, Streamline Compliance, and Save Up to 20 Hours Per Week on Payroll Processing
Why Civil Contractors Choose Varicon
Save up to 20 hours weekly with automated payroll processing and timesheet integration
Eliminate wage errors with automated award interpretation and compliance checking
Ensure compliance with automatic superannuation, tax, and WorkCover calculations
Improve accuracy by 95% with direct timesheet-to-payroll integration
Access anywhere with cloud-based payroll tools built for construction teams on the move
'Finding the right tool is not just about solving today's problems; it's about paving the way for tomorrow's growth. With Varicon's 'Fat Finger Friendly' approach, we didn't just find a solution; we found a partner for our journey.'
Peninsula Civil Solutions
Managing Director
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The Hidden Problem Costing
Construction Companies Time and Money
67% of Australian construction businesses struggle with payroll accuracy and compliance. The cause? Manual timesheets, spreadsheet calculations, and generic payroll solutions that don't account for the complexity of construction wages, allowances, and award rates.
Every project manager knows the sinking feeling: you thought all hours were captured and wages calculated correctly, only to discover errors when payroll is processed. By the time disputes arise or Fair Work audits occur, it's too late to reconstruct what actually happened on site.
These payroll issues aren't just frustrating, they're expensive. They're the difference between compliant operations and costly penalties.
What if you could capture every hour worked as it happens, with automatic award rate calculations?
What if missing timesheets triggered alerts before payroll runs, not after?
Without a proper construction payroll system, companies face:
Payroll errors and disputes from manual timesheet calculations and incorrect award interpretations creating costly mistakes
Wasted admin time spending hours each week manually processing timesheets and calculating wages
Manual timesheet processingdraining 20 to 35 hours per week across your payroll and admin teams on data entry and wage calculations
Compliance risksdue to incorrect award rates and missing records when Fair Work audits occur, especially when managing workers across multiple sites
Cash flow issues from inaccurate labour cost tracking and wage disputes discovered too late when you can't do anything about them
Ready to Automate Your Payroll?
See how Varicon's construction payroll system gives you automated wage processing for every worker, every project.
Construction payroll shouldn't require hours of manual calculations at week's end. It should be as simple as your teams clocking in and out, with wages calculated automatically according to the correct awards and allowances.
Varicon is a construction payroll system that captures every hour worked as it happens. Your site teams clock in and out on mobile-friendly timesheet tools designed for actual construction conditions (yes, it works with gloves on). Those hours appear instantly on your dashboard with automatic award rate calculations. You see labour costs in real time, from anywhere.
When payroll data is inaccurate or compliance requirements are missed, you get alerts. Not weeks later during an audit. Right now, while you can still correct the issues. That's the difference between managing payroll proactively and scrambling to fix errors.
Here's what changes when you implement a proper construction payroll system:
Your teams actually use it.
The mobile-friendly payroll tools work in the real world: on-site wage capture, award interpretation, and compliance tracking. It's designed for how construction actually works, not how software companies think it should work. Perfect for remote teams who need to process wages and manage compliance from anywhere.
Payroll processing time plummets.
No more manual timesheet entry. No more chasing supervisors for missing hours. No more calculating award rates in spreadsheets. Your team focuses on building, not payroll administration.
Your compliance improves.
Companies using Varicon report accurate, compliant payroll records that protect them during Fair Work audits and wage disputes. That's not magic. It's automation. When you can prove hours worked and correct award rates applied, you can defend your position.
Labour cost visibility gets clearer.
What are your labour costs today? Are you tracking to budget? Which jobs are running over? You don't need to wait for payroll reports. The system shows everything in real time.
You spot cost overruns while they're still small.
Real-time labour tracking means you catch budget issues immediately. Live payroll data for construction projects shows you exactly what labour is costing. Overtime noted today is manageable. A pattern of cost overruns that you discover at month's end is a crisis.
The best construction payroll system doesn't just process wages. It changes behaviour. When your teams know their hours are tracked accurately, they pay closer attention to time management. When you have real-time labour costs, you make better decisions. Better payroll means better project outcomes.
Civil Construction Software
Everything You Need for Construction Payroll in One Platform
Varicon brings together every payroll tool civil contractors actually need
Integrated Timesheet Capture
Your teams clock in and out, record hours, and allocate time to specific jobs in seconds using mobile-friendly timesheet tools. The app is designed for construction workers, not office workers. Large buttons, simple interface, and it functions offline when you're in remote locations. Data syncs automatically when connectivity returns, making it ideal as a construction payroll system for remote teams.
Automated Award Interpretation
Timesheets, award rates, allowances, and wage calculations all in one place. Everyone works from the same information. No confusion about what hours were worked or what rates apply.
Superannuation and Tax Automation
Upload award documents, employment contracts, and supporting records. Varicon's AI finds them in seconds using natural language search. Your payroll officer stops wasting 27 minutes hunting for information and gets back to processing wages.
Seamless Accounting Integration
Varicon connects directly with your accounting software including Xero and MYOB. Payroll data flows automatically from timesheets to accounts. No double entry. No reconciliation headaches. Your accountant gets clean data; you get accurate financials.
Intelligent Timesheet Alerts
Set requirements for timesheet entries. When timesheets are incomplete or hours seem unusual, you get notified immediately. Ensure accurate records before payroll is processed.
Real-Time Payroll Dashboard
See every project's labour hours at a glance with live workforce monitoring for construction contractors. Hours worked, overtime, allowances, and labour costs all tracked separately. Updates automatically as hours are recorded. No waiting for end-of-week reports.
See Varicon in Action
Watch how Australian construction contractors use Varicon's payroll system to process wages accurately and save up to 20 hours per week.
See how James McCarthy of Earthworks Geelong uses Varicon to take control of costs, simplify processes, and run smarter.
Beltrame Civil
Watch how David Beltrame of Beltrame Civil leverages Varicon to streamline project delivery, sharpen budgeting, and boost clarity across the jobsite.
Flavio & Sons
Watch Robert Anfiteatro of Flavio & Sons explain how Varicon gives his team clarity, control, and confidence on every project.
Civil Force
See how Bailey Hall at Civil Force uses Varicon to drive project precision, clarity, and performance on the ground.
Built for Australian Civil Contractors
Who Refuse to Waste Time on Manual Payroll
Varicon is purpose-built for civil construction companies working on earthworks, roadworks, subdivisions, and infrastructure projects across Australia.
You're a perfect fit if you're a project manager tired of chasing missing timesheets. If you're a payroll officer who needs simple tools that calculate wages correctly. If you're a director concerned about compliance risks and wage disputes. If you're running multiple projects simultaneously and losing track of labour costs on each site.
Small to mid-sized civil contractors get the most value. You're big enough that manual payroll creates chaos, but not so massive that you need enterprise complexity. You want sophisticated payroll processing without the enterprise price tag or six-month implementation timeline.
This isn't for residential builders (different workflows, different needs). It's not for massive infrastructure contractors who need custom enterprise solutions. And if you're outside Australia, you'll find platforms better suited to your local market.
But if you're an Australian civil contractor who wants to automate payroll, ensure compliance, and finally maintain accurate labour cost records, Varicon was built for you.
'Varicon is a business with very passionate people. They are always working hard, chasing me, chasing my team. They consistently work on their roadmap and update the software. We want something to really help us build our business. I see the potential. We’ll grow and I want us to grow together.'
Ji Zhang, CBEM
'Varicon has simplified our workflows, reduced errors, and given us tools to manage projects more efficiently. We’re saving time, improving compliance, and are able to track our projects from the office in real-time.'
Sarah Mahar, Central Vic Civil
Why 100+ Australian
Contractors Trust Varicon for Payroll
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a construction payroll system and why do I need it?
Construction payroll systems capture and manage all employee wages, hours, and compliance requirements in real time, so you see exactly what labour costs you're incurring as they happen, not weeks later.
You need it because payroll errors and compliance failures are expensive. A single Fair Work violation can cost thousands. Without automated payroll tracking, you risk underpayments, compliance breaches, and award interpretation errors. Payroll systems act as a safeguard, catching wage calculation and compliance issues while you can still fix them. Companies report significant time savings and compliance improvements simply from having automated payroll visibility and control.
What makes Varicon different from other construction payroll systems?
Varicon was built specifically for Australian civil contractors by people who understand the industry. It's designed for how construction actually works: dusty sites, workers in gloves, patchy connectivity. The key difference is simplicity. Most construction software fails because teams won't use it. Varicon's 'fat finger friendly' mobile interface is so simple that site teams actually log hours and submit timesheets daily. It works offline and syncs automatically. No extensive training needed. Plus, you get Australian-based support who understand local construction practices and award requirements.
Does Varicon integrate with accounting software?
How does Varicon's construction payroll system handle compliance and awards?
What results can I expect from a construction payroll system?
Yes. Varicon integrates seamlessly with Xero and MYOB. Payroll data flows automatically from site to accounts with no double entry. It syncs timesheet and wage data, automates payroll processing, and eliminates reconciliation headaches.
Your accountant gets clean, organised data instead of paper timesheets. Everything is properly categorised and ready for financial year-end. Setup happens during onboarding with support team assistance.
Most businesses are live within two to three weeks. Varicon includes full setup, onboarding, and training. User adoption is where Varicon excels. The mobile app works offline, has large buttons for gloved hands, and needs minimal training. Most teams submit timesheets on day one because it's intuitive. Companies report 90%+ adoption rates because it fits real construction workflows instead of forcing complex processes.
Companies using Varicon report saving over $45,000 annually in admin costs, with 80% reduction in payroll processing time and elimination of compliance risks.
You'll catch wage calculation errors early, make data-driven decisions about labour allocation, and ensure award compliance. Time savings are significant: timesheet processing drops from hours to minutes, processing time reduces by 85-95%, and payroll reconciliation becomes painless. Most companies recoup their investment within the first few pay cycles.
