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Construction Payroll & Automated Timekeeping for Microsoft Dynamics 365

CEM Business Solutions is a Microsoft Solutions Partner specializing in the AEC industry. We offer a dual-track approach to digital transformation: building custom, industry-specific modules natively in Dynamics 365 Business Central and providing seamless migration services from legacy systems (such as Sage, Penta, or Dynamics GP) to the modern Dynamics 365 Finance & Operations cloud. Our mission is to eliminate operational drag by tailoring the Microsoft ecosystem to your unique construction workflows.

To fuel your business growth, you need a true Construction ERP system that supports expansion rather than hinders it. CEM Business Solutions offers a unified platform built on Microsoft Dynamics 365 to manage complex Union Payroll, Certified Payroll, and real-time Jobsite Timekeeping, allowing you to focus on building, not paperwork.

Is Your Current Payroll Software Holding You Back?

As your construction business grows, the limitations of generic accounting software become more apparent. Here’s where your current system may be failing you:

PENTA

Starting price: $50,000 with limited HRIS functionality, necessitating investment in additional systems.
Minimal mobile device functionality, timesheet capabilities, and operations integrations.
Outdated interface hosted on-premises, making it vulnerable to ransomware and hacking threats.

QUICKBOOKS

Economical initial adoption, but costs increase rapidly.
Limits on payroll processing capabilities.
It is difficult to set up and learn, with poor visibility and controls.
Not designed with accountants in mind; oversimplified functions.
The online version lacks detailed inventory management and fixed asset tracking.

SAGE

Time tracking capabilities are inadequate as your business grows.
Requires a third-party vendor and additional payments for necessary integrations.
An outdated user interface can be visually taxing for daily use.
Significant improvements are available only through optional products at an extra cost.

The All-in-One Solution for Construction Timekeeping and Payroll

Inefficient order processing, missed deadlines, and inaccurate financial records are costly challenges for any business. A robust Construction ERP system safeguards against these risks. It’s more than just a tool; it’s a strategic asset that drives efficiency, ensures compliance, and enables your business to grow and compete in today’s market.

Our powerful, integrated ERP system, built on Microsoft Dynamics 365, streamlines your workforce and payroll management while providing the backbone for efficient business operations.

Our powerful, integrated ERP system, built on Microsoft Dynamics 365, streamlines your workforce and payroll management while providing the backbone for efficient business operations. It helps you:

Improve decision-making by providing management with accurate, timely information.
Enhance customer loyalty: Deliver high-quality service and support.
Optimize cash flow: Streamline invoicing and payment tracking.
Strengthen client trust: Consistently fulfill contractual obligations.
Boost efficiency: Optimize procurement and delivery to maintain healthy inventory levels and reduce delays.
Ensure financial accuracy: Keep precise records for effective financial management and audits.
Drive growth: Generate clear, reliable reports to monitor performance and uncover new opportunities.

FEATURES OF TIMEKEEPING & CONSTRUCTION PAYROLL

Jobsite Time

Full, daily jobsite capture. Track, log, and share daily activities from any device, anywhere. Integrate into payroll, project management HR and all project modules. Track subcontractor tasks and time. Add time individually or whole crews.

Union Payroll

CEM Union Payroll is designed to manage the payroll processes of different states and unions, while remaining fully compliant with United States labor laws. It manages all your complex payroll functions and determines the proper union rates, differentials, overtime assessments, fringe benefit management and payroll taxes all under one roof.

Certified Payroll

CEM Certified Payroll eases that process for you and your HR department. Our module automatically calculates and distributes prevailing wages for your workers and maintains all your employees’ details and working hours on a single database.

Jobsite Time

Payroll Processing

Accurate construction payroll services are key for running payroll for multiple states and unions without constantly reentering rates, fringes, and dues. Set it & forget it, using the best Payroll software for the construction industry.

Union Payroll

Onboarding and Offboarding

A Construction Applicant Tracking System (ATS) allows your team to professionally onboard and offboard labor and trades as projects begin and end. Treating your Construction crews right makes them want to work for you again!

Certified Payroll

Performance Management

A great Construction HR Software suite includes a best of breed Performance Management system. Allowing 360-degree reviews and weighted ratings.

Payroll Processing

Onboarding & Offboarding

Performance Management

A great Construction HR Software suite includes a best of breed Performance Management system. Allowing 360-degree reviews and weighted ratings.

Frequently asked questions

Q: We are currently on an older version of Dynamics (NAV/GP). How difficult is the move to Business Central?

Our migration specialists use a structured framework to map your legacy data to the cloud. We focus on preserving your financial history while upgrading your workflows to take advantage of Business Central’s 2026 AI and automation features.

Q: Can CEM build custom payroll features that aren't available in standard Business Central?

Yes. Since we build natively on the BC platform, we can develop custom "Extensions" that solve your specific challenges—such as specialized equipment tracking or unique union fringe benefit calculations—without breaking the core system's ability to receive Microsoft updates.

Q: What does the implementation process look like for a multi-state construction firm?

We follow an "Industry-First" implementation roadmap. We start by configuring the complex compliance engines (Certified Payroll, Union Dues) and then layer in your custom job-site requirements, ensuring the system is audit-ready from Day 1.

Q: How does CEM handle data integrity during a migration from Sage or Penta?

We perform a rigorous "Field Mapping" exercise to ensure every job cost, labor hour, and vendor record from your legacy system has a verified home in Dynamics 365. We run parallel tests to ensure your first cloud-based payroll run matches your legacy records 100%

What Our Partners Says

“Helped us go one-up on efficiency”
“ We are a very efficient organization. We pay enormous attention to details. Our estimation, costing, planning, and control team is about half the size of many of our competitors. We want our IT to be implemented in a way that continuously improves this factor. We want to be at the cutting edge of the technology and realize its benefits, competitive advantage, and cost savings – we can be that with Microsoft Dynamics 365 and CEM Business Solution.”

Duraivel S

Project Controls Director, Granite Construction

“9/80 payroll add-on”
“Every business is very different, but CEM Business Solutions knew what Mesa needed and gave us the HR and Payroll solution we were looking for. CEM Business Solutions put a value-based solution in our hands that addressed our most important requirements”

Greg Solomon

IT Director, Mesa Associates

“Great support”
“Our upgrade has been a long road, but we’re finally live! I appreciate CEM’s efforts, expertise and partnership. I wanted to express my gratitude for your support. We couldn’t have done it without you.”

Mark Hufford

Vice President Information Technology at Wachter, Inc

“Fully integrated solutions”
“CEM Business Solutions put in place an integrated solution that will help us to achieve our long-term strategic growth plans. Microsoft Dynamics has given us the tools to approach every new situation with great confidence. We know now that our information is accurate and up-to-date.”

Roy Nasr

VP, Abela & Co. LLC

Ready to Take Control of Your Payroll?

Learn how Mesa Associates, a Leading construction company, achieved a 40% reduction in time and cost by seamlessly integrating its finance and HR functions.