General Contractor Time Lapse Solutions
Visually track your jobsite with purpose-built time lapse cameras and intuitive software designed for fast-paced general contractor environments. Capture every project milestone with crystal-clear images—empowering precise schedule reviews, seamless stakeholder communication, and easy remote project management from preconstruction through closeout.


Optimized Project Oversight for General Contractors
General contracting requires clear verification of progress, scheduling adherence, and documentation to keep all trades coordinated. Buildcam’s time lapse camera system empowers GCs to visually track every project sequence, document change orders, and instantly share site status with owners, architects, and field teams. Solar and LTE connectivity ensure uninterrupted visual records—even on complex, fast-moving projects—while high-resolution imaging captures every detail for confident quality control.
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Key Benefits for General Contractors
Effortless Jobsite Progress Tracking
Efficiently monitor your jobsites with our plug-and-play construction time lapse camera system. Solar and LTE connectivity mean set-and-forget operation—capture every phase, compare day-to-day changes, and reduce the need for in-person site visits.
Schedule Adherence Visualization
Utilize powerful timeline analysis tools to review progress against project schedules and visually verify contractor sequences. Buildcam provides the objective evidence general contractors need to keep projects moving and avoid costly disputes.
Visual Reporting and Stakeholder Alignment
Create compelling timeline videos and visual updates that keep clients, architects, and project teams on the same page. Instantly share construction progress—streamlining updates, supporting RFIs, and building trust throughout the project lifecycle.
Advanced Time Lapse Technology for GCs
Buildcam’s construction time lapse solution offers unmatched clarity and control for GCs:
- Automated image capture at customizable intervals—never miss a milestone
- Dynamic side-by-side comparison of phases for rapid defect or delay identification
- High-resolution cameras deliver actionable close-ups for QA/QC and as-built validation
- Access footage and visual timelines securely from any device in real time
General contractors can minimize travel, accelerate decision-making, and deliver visual progress documentation for submittals, pay applications, and dispute resolution. Seamless integrations with Procore, PlanGrid, or your preferred project management tools streamline project workflow and documentation.
Innovating Jobsite Visibility for GCs
General contractor projects demand real-time visual oversight, fast reporting, and meticulous documentation. Our construction time lapse cameras and intuitive software transform the way GCs manage and deliver successful projects:
- Solar-powered, wireless setup eliminates the need for jobsite power
- Consistent, high-resolution imagery captures work-in-place for easy progress reviews
- 4G/LTE connectivity provides remote jobsite monitoring—anywhere, anytime
- Weatherproof housing withstands daily site realities
Intuitive dashboards allow users to compare project phases, validate sequencing, and support billing or schedule discussions with time-stamped visuals. Designed for busy GCs addressing commercial builds, renovations, and multi-trade coordination, Buildcam adapts to every job’s workflow.
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Remote Jobsite Oversight
Buildcam’s time lapse camera system brings GC-focused, industrial-grade reliability and advanced features to capture every significant project event with precision and context.
Remote Jobsite Oversight
View real-time project progress and historical footage from anywhere—enhancing oversight, facilitating faster decisions, and improving trade coordination on all your sites.
Progress Verification and Quality Control
Confirm construction sequence accuracy, validate quality, and reduce errors with side-by-side timeline comparison and high-resolution time lapse playback.
Maximizing General Contractor Project Success
Time lapse technology is transforming how GCs manage sites, document change orders, and maintain strict quality standards across every project stage:
- Analyze construction sequences and detect delays with timeline compression tools
- Provide visual backup for contractor activities, change orders, and progress payments
- Create shareable project evolution videos to engage clients and showcase expertise
- Track progress simultaneously on multiple jobsites from a single dashboard
Buildcam’s rugged system is field-proven to deliver around-the-clock operation—no matter the weather or jobsite location. Maintain an unbroken visual record from groundbreaking to punch list, supporting every team in delivering on-time, high-quality results.
Professional Results that Drive Project Confidence
Deliver detailed project visuals, concise timeline summaries, and impactful presentations using high-resolution time lapse footage that sets your GC team apart.

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FAQs
Our time lapse systems offer simplified site monitoring, streamlined progress tracking, and enhanced stakeholder communication. Solar power and cellular connectivity eliminate complex infrastructure, ensuring every detail is captured with precision. Powerful comparison tools allow you to review project phases and confirm contractor timelines, while professional time lapse footage keeps clients and team members aligned.
Our weather-resistant equipment guarantees uninterrupted operation in temperatures ranging from -40°F to 120°F. The solar-powered design eliminates the need for site power infrastructure, making our solution ideal for demanding industrial environments.
Our systems help uphold exceptional standards throughout your industrial project by providing robust comparison tools and high-resolution time lapse capabilities. This allows for quick identification of installation progress, helping maintain quality standards across multiple work zones.
Yes, our time lapse systems are designed for remote access. You can monitor your project's progress from anywhere, facilitating swift decisions and effective communication with stakeholders through our intuitive platform.
Our systems integrate with popular construction management platforms to foster a cohesive workflow, improving efficiency and communication among all project stakeholders. This integration ensures that time lapse data can be easily incorporated into your existing project management processes.