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Job Cost Tracker + Profit Calculator

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Job Cost Tracker

Project header, budget summary, and profit snapshot
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Project Name
Client
Project Address
Contract Amount
Start Date
Estimated Completion
Actual Completion
Project Manager
Cost CategoryEstimatedActualVariance
Labor   
Materials   
Subcontractors   
Equipment   
Overhead   
Permit / Inspections   
Miscellaneous   
Total   

Profit margin visual

Low marginTarget rangeHealthy margin

Use the bar to mark where the project is currently trending versus your target gross margin.

Quick summary

Estimated Gross Profit
$
Actual Gross Profit
$
Gross Margin %
%
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Labor Cost Detail

Capture crew hours, task codes, and loaded labor rate
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DateWorkerTaskHoursRateAmount
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
      
Total Labor 

Burden rate calculator

ComponentAmount
Base hourly rate 
Payroll taxes (7.65%) 
Workers comp % 
Benefits / PTO 
Loaded burden rate 

Labor control notes

  • Separate production, supervision, and rework hours.
  • Record crew size changes that affect productivity.
  • Note weather delays and owner-caused standby time.
  • Update loaded rate quarterly when insurance or taxes change.
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Material Cost Log

Track invoices, suppliers, and billable markups
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DateSupplierDescriptionInvoice #AmountJob PhaseBillable to Client (Y/N)
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
       
Total Material Cost 

Markup calculator

FieldValue
Cost 
Markup % 
Billable amount 

Formula: cost × (1 + markup %)

Material controls

  • Code every receipt to a job phase the same day it is received.
  • Flag client-select items so allowances stay visible.
  • Separate stock inventory usage from direct-purchase material.
  • Attach vendor credits to avoid overstating cost.
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Profitability Analysis

Final job margin review and scorecard
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Final CalculationAmount
Contract Amount 
Total Labor Cost 
Total Material Cost 
Total Other Costs 
Total Costs 
Gross Profit 
Gross Margin % 
Target Margin ReferenceTypical Range
Remodel / renovation15% – 20%
Specialty trade20% – 30%
General contractor / new build10% – 15%

Estimating accuracy

Budget hit?

Largest miss:

Schedule control

Finished on time?

Delay cause:

Change order capture

All extras billed?

Pending revenue:

How did we do?

Grade the job: A / B / C / D

Next improvement:

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Job Cost Tracker cost?

Job Cost Tracker is sold as a one-time digital purchase. The current price shown on this page is the full price, with no recurring subscription.

Is there a free version of Job Cost Tracker?

Wingman Protocol sometimes publishes free resources, but the full Job Cost Tracker package is a paid download with the complete files and layouts.

What format is the Job Cost Tracker download?

All templates come in PDF format for printing plus editable Google Docs/Sheets links where applicable. No special software required.

How do I download this after purchase?

After completing your purchase, you'll receive an immediate download link by email and on the confirmation page. Files are delivered as ZIP archives containing PDF and editable formats.

What format are the files in for Job Cost Tracker?

All templates come in PDF format for printing plus editable Google Docs/Sheets links where applicable. No special software required.