GPS and Geofencing Controls That Protect Payroll Accuracy

Manual timecards record when. WorkMax records when and where by attaching GPS time stamps to every clock in and clock out.

Construction supervisors reviewing real-time employee clock-in records in the WorkMax app

GPS coordinates are recorded at each clock event, creating a verifiable location record.

Construction worker clocking in on a mobile device with GPS location pinned on a jobsite map

Use WorkMax to set geofences to restrict clock ins to approved work locations. Virtual jobsite boundaries help reduce time theft and improve payroll accuracy.

WorkMax location alert flagging an employee's clock-out as outside the assigned geofence

WorkMax identifies potential location discrepancies before payroll processing begins. Records are flagged so supervisors can resolve issues quickly and maintain payroll accuracy.

Construction equipment and crew on a remote jobsite where WorkMax offline time tracking keeps working without connectivity

WorkMax supports offline time capture when internet or cellular service is unavailable. Time and GPS data can sync once connectivity returns.

Know When. Know Where

Results of GPS Time Tracking In The Field

WorkMax case study: Galindo & Boyd saves over $1 million with a digital time tracking transformation
WorkMax case study: Gunthers goes paperless and improves time tracking accuracy with WorkMax TIME

WorkMax Goes Wherever Your Crew Is

It doesn’t matter where you work or what you do, you’ll get accurate labor hours every time.

  • Dispersed Crews — Confirm where time is recorded as employees move between tasks and projects throughout the day
  • Low-Connectivity — Maintain accurate time and location records even when service is unreliable
  • Seasonal Sites — Maintain consistent time standards as teams fluctuate during and after busy season
  • Compliance Protection — Rely on a verifiable digital trail for audits and internal documentation
Construction crew on a jobsite next to the WorkMax mobile clock-in screen showing job site and task

FAQs About GPS Time Tracking

What Is GPS Time Tracking Software?

GPS time tracking software records employee work hours while also capturing location data when employees clock in, clock out or switch tasks.

For construction companies, GPS time tracking software helps verify where time is recorded, improves payroll accuracy and provides a digital record of labor activity across jobsites.

What’s the Difference Between GPS and Geofencing?

GPS and geofencing work together but serve different purposes.

GPS time tracking records the location of a clock event using GPS coordinates, while geofencing creates a virtual boundary around a jobsite.

What Are the Benefits of a GPS Time Tracker?

A GPS time tracker helps construction companies improve workforce accountability and streamline time tracking processes.

Benefits include:

  • Accurate jobsite time tracking records
  • Fewer manual time corrections after submission
  • Reduced time theft and buddy punching
  • Real-time location verification
  • Better visibility into labor activity across multiple jobsites

By combining time and location data, contractors can make more informed workforce and project decisions.

How Can I Use WorkMax’s GPS Time Tracking for Job Costs?

WorkMax GPS time tracking connects employee hours to specific jobs, tasks and locations, supporting more accurate job costing

Managers can review labor activity by project, verify where work was performed and gain better insight into labor costs. This helps improve reporting accuracy and supports more informed project management decisions.

Does the GPS Work Offline?

Yes. WorkMax TIME supports offline time capture for jobsites with limited or no cellular service.

Employees can continue recording time while offline, time and GPS data can sync when connectivity returns.

This helps ensure accurate records without requiring manual updates or data entry.

Check Out More Time Tracking Features

WorkMax mobile app showing clock-in/clock-out screen and weekly time review on a smartphone
WorkMax web time clock screen for clocking in with job and task selection
WorkMax Time Editor showing an employee's GPS location flagged as 3.1 miles outside the assigned geofence