3 Ways Arcoro is Transforming HR for Construction

Meeting the Industry’s Need for Productivity, Efficiency and Risk Management

In construction HR, the status quo is often slow and time-consuming, introducing unnecessary risk. While construction has begun adopting technology for greater accuracy and efficiency, uptake remains slow.

According to Arcoro’s 2026 State of HR Technology Report, HR technology sophistication varies greatly between contractors. There is a significant gap between those using fully integrated systems and those using standalone software or none at all:

• ​83% are basic or moderate
• ​16% are still primarily manual
• ​6% are advanced and analytics-driven

Nearly 1 in 3 companies still operate with very manual systems, creating a widespread burden. Manual HR processes consume valuable time for both back-office staff and employees. Manual data entry, multiple spreadsheets, or paper copies can result in mistakes and rework. The goal is to do more with the same or fewer people, more accurately—and that means leveraging technology.

HR Technology Can Help Tame Construction’s Workforce Challenges

Common pain points for construction companies and contractors not using HR tech include:

• ​Difficulty sourcing enough qualified candidates
• ​New hires lacking necessary skills
• ​Complex compliance with state and Federal workforce rules
• ​Excessive time spent on paper and manual HR processes
• ​Lack of employee engagement leading to turnover

Customers who have adopted HR technology report significant improvements:

• ​"It has given us a lot of free time across the company, and that free time can be allocated to do other things. I estimate that we’re going to be saving hundreds of hours a year."
• ​"I’m not exaggerating when I say it was a 5-second process that used to be an 8 to 16-hour process."
• ​"I love speaking to employees as opposed to pushing papers, and this has given me the freedom to do that part of the job."
• ​"It’s so much easier to get the word out on open positions with the ATS (applicant tracking system) and job boards."

Arcoro's Mission: Transforming HR for Construction

Arcoro provides solutions tailored to the construction industry, covering everything from time tracking to performance management. The top three ways Arcoro is helping construction HR transform work processes are:

1. 1.Replacing outdated manual or paper processes with automation
2. 2.Delivering construction-first features
3. 3.Connecting with other tech in the construction ecosystem

1. Replacing Outdated HR Processes with Automation

Many construction and contracting companies still rely on manual processes. For example:

Time Tracking

Tracking employee time on paper or spreadsheets can be inaccurate, leading to under- or overpaying for labor. Underpaying risks labor law violations, audits, and fines; overpaying can disrupt budgets and project estimates. Manual processes also require time-consuming data entry and chasing down forms. Cloud-based systems offer a better, faster, and more accurate solution.

Added bonus: Automated reports and actionable data related to job and labor costs that paper time sheets cannot provide.

Other processes that can be automated include:

• ​Posting employment listings on construction job boards
• ​New employee paperwork
• ​Benefits enrollment
• ​Safety and job certifications
• ​Performance reviews
• ​Training plans

2. Delivering Construction-First Features

Construction is a large industry with unique workforce requirements:

• ​Combination of office and jobsite work
• ​Employees clocking in/out at multiple locations or across state lines
• ​Mix of hourly, salaried, and union employees
• ​Management of certifications, licenses, and trainings
• ​Compliance with Federal, state, or local contractor requirements

Arcoro develops HR solutions specifically for construction, offering features such as:

• ​FaceFront photo technology for accurate clock-in/out on jobsites
• ​Just-in-time employee jobsite alerts
• ​Automatic translation to Spanish or French in the time tracking app
• ​Integration with industry-specific job boards
• ​Kiosk mode for paperless onboarding in the field
• ​Project-based performance reviews
• ​Tracking of licenses and certifications with automated expiration alerts

3. Connecting with Other Tech in the Construction Ecosystem

Construction’s project-based nature requires project-management, tracking, and costing solutions. It is crucial that all technology used—from project costing to payroll—works together and shares data. Disconnected systems reduce efficiency and increase manual effort.

Arcoro has built and continues to expand automated integrations with widely used construction technologies, including Procore, Sage, Acumatica, CMiC, and Foundation. These integrations ensure solutions work together to provide maximum value and efficiency.

"Vendors with pre-built capabilities that reflect your industry will provide faster time to value, will be quicker to deploy and usually will be less expensive to support on an ongoing basis."

— Rebecca Wetterman, Valoir

HR in Construction is Ready for the Next Big Solution

HR professionals, owners, project managers, and supervisors cannot afford to waste time on outdated processes that undermine accuracy and increase risk. The construction industry needs transformative software designed to drive business success.

Arcoro’s mission is to elevate how the construction industry does HR, helping companies work faster and easier. The right HR and workforce management solutions can help construction companies address daily challenges, drive efficiency, enhance productivity, and manage the risks of manual processes.

Arcoro has helped over 7,000 construction, contracting, and field-based companies in North America improve HR and workforce management.

Speak with an expert today to learn how Arcoro can help transform HR for your company.

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