Simplify Payroll, Reduce Compliance Risk, and Save Hours Every Week with Automated Construction Payroll Solutions
Intelligent payroll software for the construction industry in Australia.
Varicon uses artificial intelligence to automate wage calculations, ensure compliance with construction awards and EBAs, and streamline timesheet processing, saving contractors 25+ hours weekly whilst reducing payroll errors by 40% and ensuring accurate labour cost allocation across projects.
Working with leading civil contractors
Join Over 100 Australian Civil Construction Companies Using Varicon's Payroll Solutions to Eliminate Processing Errors, Ensure Award Compliance, and Reduce Admin Time by Up to 80%
Why Civil Contractors Choose Varicon
Reduce payroll processing time by up to 80% with automated timesheet capture and award calculations
Eliminate compliance risks with built-in award interpretation and automatic penalty rate calculations
Prevent payroll errors with real-time timesheet validation and instant alerts
Improve cash flow visibility with integrated job costing that links labour costs directly to projects
Use anywhere with mobile-friendly timesheet tools built for remote construction teams
'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
73% of Australian construction businesses struggle with payroll complexity. The cause? Manual timesheets and generic payroll systems that don't account for the unique demands of construction wages, allowances, and compliance.
Every payroll manager knows the sinking feeling: you thought all hours were captured and allowances calculated correctly, only to discover errors when pay runs are processed. By the time disputes arise or audits happen, it's too late to reconstruct what actually occurred 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 allowance calculations?
What if missing timesheet data triggered alerts before payroll runs, not after?
Without integrated construction payroll, companies face:
Payroll errors and disputes from manual timesheet entry and incorrect allowance calculations creating costly mistakes
Wasted admin time spending hours compiling timesheets and calculating allowances instead of focusing on strategic work
Manual timesheet processingdraining 20 to 35 hours per week across your site and office teams on data entry and payroll preparation
Compliance risksdue to poor record-keeping and missing documentation when audits occur, especially when managing workers across multiple sites
Cash flow strain from inaccurate labour cost tracking and payroll surprises discovered too late when you can't adjust project budgets
Ready to Stop Wrestling with Payroll Every Week?
See how Varicon's payroll for construction industry gives you accurate wage processing for every project.
Construction payroll shouldn't require hours of manual timesheet compilation at week's end. It should be as simple as workers clocking in and out, with allowances calculated automatically and hours flowing straight to payroll.
Varicon is a payroll solution for construction industry that captures every hour worked as it happens. Your site teams clock in and out on mobile-friendly time tracking tools designed for actual construction conditions (yes, it works with gloves on). Those hours appear instantly on your dashboard with automatic allowance calculations. You see the same labour costs your office sees, in real time, from anywhere.
When payroll processing is delayed or inaccurate, you get alerts. Not weeks later during a compliance audit. Right now, while you can still correct the errors. That's the difference between managing wages proactively and scrambling to fix payroll mistakes.
Here's what changes when you implement construction industry payroll software:
Your teams actually use it.
The mobile-friendly payroll tools work in the real world: dusty sites, workers wearing gloves, patchy internet connection. It's designed for how construction actually works, not how software companies think it should work. Perfect for remote teams who need to process timesheets and wages from anywhere.
Payroll processing time plummets.
No more end-of-week timesheet chasing. No more manual allowance calculations. No more compiling scattered hours into payroll spreadsheets. Your team focuses on building, not paperwork.
Your compliance protection improves.
Companies using Varicon report complete, timestamped wage records that protect them during audits and disputes. That's not magic. It's documentation. When you can prove hours worked and allowances paid, you can defend your position.
Labour cost visibility gets clearer.
What are your labour costs today? Are you tracking to budget? Who worked overtime? You don't need to wait for payroll reports. The system shows everything in real time.
You spot cost overruns while they're still manageable.
Real-time labour cost tracking means you catch budget issues immediately. Live payroll data for construction projects shows you exactly what you're spending on wages. Overtime noted today is manageable. A pattern of cost overruns you discover at month-end is a crisis.
The best payroll for construction industry 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 Cost Control in One Platform
Varicon brings together every cost tracking tool civil contractors actually need
Mobile Cost Capture That Actually Works
Your teams clock in and out, record breaks, and log site activities in seconds using mobile-friendly time tracking 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.
Complete Project Tracking
Timesheets, allowances, site diaries, and labour cost reports all in one place. Everyone works from the same information. No confusion about what hours were worked or what allowances apply.
AI-Powered Document Management
Upload awards, enterprise agreements, and employment contracts. Varicon's AI finds them in seconds using natural language search. Your payroll manager stops wasting 27 minutes hunting for information and gets back to processing wages.
Seamless Accounting Integration
Varicon connects directly with your payroll and accounting software including Xero and MYOB. Timesheet data flows automatically from site to payroll. No double entry. No reconciliation headaches. Your payroll team gets clean data; you get accurate wage costs.
Intelligent Timesheet Alerts
Set requirements for timesheet entries. When timesheets are incomplete or missing critical information, you get notified immediately. Ensure complete records before payroll runs.
Real-Time Dashboard Visibility
See every project's labour costs at a glance with live workforce monitoring for construction contractors. Hours worked, allowances applied, overtime tracked, and attendance recorded separately. Updates automatically as workers clock in and out. No waiting for end-of-week timesheets.
See Varicon in Action
Watch how Australian infrastructure contractors use live project cost monitoring to
track costs in real time and boost margins by up to 15%.
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 Guess at Profitability
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 payroll manager tired of chasing incomplete timesheets. If you're a site supervisor who needs simple tools your teams will actually use for time tracking. 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 timesheets create chaos, but not so massive that you need enterprise payroll complexity. You want sophisticated time tracking without the enterprise price tag or six-month implementation timeline.
This isn't for residential builders (different award structures, different needs). It's not for massive infrastructure contractors who need custom enterprise payroll solutions. And if you're outside Australia, you'll find platforms better suited to your local industrial relations framework.
But if you're an Australian civil contractor who wants to track every hour worked, ensure payroll accuracy, and finally maintain complete wage 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 Cost Tracking
Frequently Asked Questions
What is payroll for construction industry and why do I need it?
Payroll for the construction industry manages wages, superannuation, tax compliance, and employee payments specifically for construction workers and contractors, ensuring accurate pay processing as work happens, not weeks later.
You need it because construction payroll is complex. Multiple sites, varied pay rates, casual workers, subcontractors, and strict compliance requirements create administrative chaos. Without dedicated construction payroll systems, you face errors, compliance risks, and hours of manual processing. Proper payroll software eliminates mistakes, ensures compliance with Australian tax and super regulations, and frees up valuable time. Companies report saving 15-20 hours weekly simply from automating payroll processes and reducing errors.
What makes Varicon's payroll for construction industry different from other payroll solutions?
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 attendance daily. It works offline and syncs automatically. No extensive training needed. Plus, you get Australian-based support who understand local construction practices and payroll compliance.
Does Varicon integrate with accounting software?
How does Varicon handle payroll for construction teams?
What results can I expect from construction payroll software?
Yes. Varicon integrates seamlessly with Xero and MYOB. Payroll data and timesheets flow automatically from site to accounts with no double entry. It syncs wage costs, superannuation, and tax data, automates BAS and GST reporting, 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 log their hours 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 15-20 hours saved weekly on payroll processing and significant reductions in payroll errors and compliance risks.
You'll process wages faster, ensure accurate super payments, and maintain full compliance with Australian tax regulations. Time savings are significant: timesheet collection becomes instant, payroll processing reduces by 85-95%, and month-end reconciliation becomes painless. Most companies recoup their investment within the first few pay cycles.
