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Construction & Trades

Project Gross Margin

Revenue minus direct costs (labour, materials, subcontractors) as a percentage of project revenue. The primary profitability indicator per job.

What is Project Gross Margin?

Project Gross Margin is defined as: Revenue minus direct costs (labour, materials, subcontractors) as a percentage of project revenue. The primary profitability indicator per job.

What data source is used to measure Project Gross Margin?

Project Gross Margin is typically measured using data from a Job Costing System. This system of record provides the transactional and operational data required to calculate and monitor this metric accurately and in real time.

Typical Data SourceJob Costing System

Which industries track Project Gross Margin?

Project Gross Margin is a key performance indicator used across the following sectors:

  • ›Construction & Trades

How does Firehawk Analytics measure Project Gross Margin?

Firehawk Analytics connects directly to your Job Costing System and delivers a live Project Gross Margin dashboard. Configuration is completed within 48 hours — no data analyst required on your team.

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In 48 hours, you'll have a live Project Gross Margin dashboard connected to your Job Costing System.

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