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Progress Billing & Invoicing Process for Electrical

The Progress Billing & Invoicing Process workflow provides electrical contractors with a reliable method for invoicing clients based on milestones. It includes verifying work completed, preparing detailed invoices, and confirming client sign-offs. Managers reconcile invoices with contracts and budgets to maintain accuracy. By standardizing this process, electrical companies reduce disputes, improve efficiency, and protect profitability. Clients benefit from clear, progress-linked billing. Teams gain accountability through documented approvals and transparent financial practices. With this workflow in place, electrical contractors can strengthen professionalism, improve efficiency, and deliver projects more reliably while ensuring stable cash flow.

Review contract billing terms (schedule of values, milestones, or % complete)

Confirm current work progress with field team or site walk

Calculate percent complete for each line item or milestone

Draft the billing application or invoice with updated totals

Include approved change orders and any required documentation

Apply retainage according to contract terms

Attach backup documentation (photos, timecards, material receipts, etc.)

Review draft billing with project manager or leadership

Submit invoice or pay app to client or GC by required date

Confirm receipt and follow up on approval status

Track invoice aging and update accounts receivable records

Log payment once received and update job cost tracking

File billing documents and confirmations in project records

Communicate payment status with internal team

Review contract billing terms (schedule of values, milestones, or % complete)

Confirm current work progress with field team or site walk

Calculate percent complete for each line item or milestone

Draft the billing application or invoice with updated totals

Include approved change orders and any required documentation

Apply retainage according to contract terms

Attach backup documentation (photos, timecards, material receipts, etc.)

Review draft billing with project manager or leadership

Submit invoice or pay app to client or GC by required date

Confirm receipt and follow up on approval status

Track invoice aging and update accounts receivable records

Log payment once received and update job cost tracking

File billing documents and confirmations in project records

Communicate payment status with internal team