Construction Job Cost Calculator
Price a job from labor, materials and markup — with profit and margin.
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Enter the labor hours, your hourly rate, material cost and the markup you apply. The calculator builds the job price the way an estimator does: labor plus materials, then markup on top.
The markup covers overhead and profit. The tool separates the two so you can see the real profit dollars and gross margin percentage before you send the quote — the fastest way to catch a job you are about to underprice.
Consistent markup is where trade businesses win or lose money. Pricing every job the same disciplined way protects margin across the whole schedule.
Frequently asked questions
What markup should I use on a job?
Most construction businesses mark up 20–40% to cover overhead and profit, higher on material-heavy work. Enter your own number to see the margin it actually produces.
What is the difference between markup and margin?
Markup is added on top of your cost; margin is profit as a share of the final price. A 30% markup is only about a 23% margin — mixing them up is a common way to lose money, which is why this tool shows both.
Is this calculator free to use?
Yes. It runs entirely in your browser, needs no signup or email, and nothing you enter is stored or sent anywhere.