Construction Daily Log Software

A permanent record of every day on site.

The daily log is where you document what happened — weather, crew on site, progress made, photos taken, delays and why. Field crews fill it in from the mobile app in minutes. Project managers see it in real time. Clients get visibility without the phone calls. And if a dispute ever comes up, you have the record.

Daily log · Jun 18

Drafted by Mason Public

• Weather: 72°F · Sunny
• Wind: 6 mph · 0% precip
• Crew on site: 6
  • Framing: 3
  • Concrete: 2
  • Plumbing: 1

Framing wrapped on the east wall and roof sheathing started. Drywall delivery confirmed for tomorrow AM. Rough-in inspection booked for Thursday. No delays — crew made up the half day lost to rain last week.

Mobile-first — filled in from the field in minutes

Your super or lead fills out the daily log from the Ressio mobile app. Weather, crew count by trade, work completed, delays and their cause — all captured with a few taps. Photos upload from the camera roll or live camera. The entry is timestamped and posted to the project the moment it's submitted.

• Mobile app built for field conditions — fast, minimal taps
• Crew entry by trade and headcount — no narrative required
• Work completed logged by phase or description
• Delay logging with cause — weather, material, subcontractor, owner

Weather captured automatically

Ressio pulls weather data for the job site location automatically when the daily log is opened. Temperature, conditions, and precipitation are pre-populated so your crew doesn't have to type it. Weather-related delays are documented with objective data — not just a note that says 'it rained.'

• Weather auto-populated from job site location on log open
• Temperature, conditions, and precipitation captured daily
• Weather data tied to delay entries for defensible records
• Historical weather log visible across the project timeline

Photos attached — permanently tied to the log entry

Photos taken in the field attach directly to the daily log entry. They're timestamped, geotagged, and stored permanently with the project. If a subcontractor claims they completed work that wasn't done — or a client disputes a condition — you have dated, location-stamped photos that tell the story.

• Photos attach to the log entry — not just a generic album
• Timestamped and geotagged at the moment of capture
• Permanent storage — photos don't disappear when the project closes
• Accessible to project managers in real time from the office

Share with the client — keep them informed without the calls

Share the daily log with your client from the project portal and they get visibility into what's happening on site without calling you. They see progress updates, photos, and weather without any sensitive financial data. Clients who feel informed are easier to work with — and less likely to dispute progress at draw time.

• Daily log shareable with clients via the project portal
• Clients see progress updates and photos — not financial data
• Reduces 'just checking in' calls from anxious clients
• Progress visibility supports on-time draw approvals

Frequently asked questions

What does the daily log capture in Ressio?

The daily log captures weather conditions (auto-populated), crew on site by trade and headcount, work completed, delays and their cause, and photo attachments. Each entry is timestamped and stored permanently with the project.

Who fills out the daily log — the super or the PM?

Typically the superintendent or lead on site fills it out at the end of the day using the Ressio mobile app. The project manager sees the log in real time from the office without having to request it. Some builders have the PM review and sign off on each entry as well.

How does weather auto-capture work?

When a crew member opens the daily log in the Ressio mobile app, the app pulls current weather conditions for the job site location automatically — temperature, sky conditions, and precipitation. The data pre-populates the weather fields so no one has to type it manually.

Can clients see the daily log?

Yes, with your permission. You control client visibility in the project portal settings. When enabled, clients see the daily log entries — progress notes and photos — but not financial data. Most builders find this reduces client anxiety and cuts back on check-in calls.

Are daily log photos stored permanently?

Yes. Photos attached to the daily log are stored permanently with the project in Ressio. They're timestamped and tied to the specific log entry, so you can always find the photo from a particular date and see exactly what it showed.

Can I use the daily log to document a weather delay?

Yes. When logging a delay, you select the cause — weather, material delivery, subcontractor, owner decision, or other. Combined with the auto-captured weather data for that day, you have an objective, documented record of the delay and its cause. This is valuable if the client disputes a schedule extension.

Does the daily log connect to the project schedule in Ressio?

Yes. Daily log entries tie to the project schedule so delays logged in the field are visible in the context of the overall project timeline. This makes it easier to justify schedule changes and communicate the reason to your client.

Can I export or print the daily log?

Yes. Daily logs can be exported from Ressio for inclusion in project closeout packages, submitted to an owner or lender when required, or attached to a dispute response. The full log — dates, crew, weather, photos, and notes — exports in a clean, readable format.

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