Construction Invoice Example

A worked construction invoice with realistic line items Australian construction businesses charge every day. Use it as a reference or create your own compliant PDF instantly.

Tax Invoice

Your Construction Business

ABN 11 222 333 444

INV-2026-0042

Issued 15 May 2026

Due 22 May 2026

Bill to: Sample Client Pty Ltd · Payment due within 14 days of receipt (progress claim)

Description	Qty	Rate	Amount
Site preparation and excavation	1	$4500.00	$4500.00
Concrete slab and footings	1	$8200.00	$8200.00
Framing and structural carpentry	1	$12500.00	$12500.00
Project management fee	1	$1800.00	$1800.00

Subtotal: $27000.00

GST (10%): $2700.00

Total: $29700.00

Payment by bank transfer to the account specified. Late payments accrue interest under the SOPA.

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Tips

1. Mark progress claims clearly with the claim number (Claim #1, #2, etc.)
2. Reference the underlying contract and any variations approved
3. Under the Security of Payment Act, payment terms are typically 15 business days (residential) or 25 days (commercial)
4. Include a payment schedule deadline for clients to respond with any disputes
5. For variations, attach the signed variation order as supporting documentation

FAQs

Is this template suitable for progress claims under the Security of Payment Act?

Yes — it includes the fields the SOPA requires: reference date, claim number, contract reference, itemised work, and amount claimed. Add the words "This is a payment claim made under the Building and Construction Industry Security of Payment Act" if you want to invoke the act.

Do construction invoices need to include the contract reference?

Best practice is to reference the underlying contract, variation order, or purchase order. It speeds up payment by helping the principal's accounts team match the invoice quickly.

What payment terms apply under the SOPA?

For residential construction contracts: 10 business days. For commercial: 25 business days unless otherwise specified. Most builders use 14 days as a practical default.

Should I include retentions on the invoice?

If your contract specifies retentions (typically 5-10%), show the retention amount as a deduction and the net payable. Make the retention release schedule clear.