Jobsite Cameras & Remote Monitoring
Construction Site Security That Keeps Your Project Moving
Deploy construction security cameras with solar or AC power, cellular or Starlink connectivity and remote visibility.
Request a Site AssessmentOperational Security
Construction Surveillance That Moves With the Project
Temporary sites rarely have finished power, reliable wired internet or a stable perimeter. The right system must fit today’s risk areas and adapt as entrances, material storage and work zones shift.
See common placementsProtect High-Value Zones
Maintain remote visibility over gates, machines, fuel, copper and staged materials.
Extend After-Hours Awareness
Review live video, recordings and configured alerts without relying only on site visits.
Adapt as Work Progresses
Reposition mobile systems or add focused AC-powered coverage as site conditions change.
Centralize Multiple Sites
Bring compatible camera feeds, unit locations and health information into Fortress.
How It Works
How SentryPODS Protects a Jobsite
Select a step to follow the path from site planning to active monitoring.
System Recommendations
Construction Site Security Camera Systems by Fit
Chariot and Spartan lead for off-grid construction coverage. AC-powered and specialty systems solve more specific range, field-of-view, thermal and access-control needs.
Best for Mobile Off-Grid Coverage
Towable • Solar • Cellular or Starlink
Chariot
A towable solar platform for changing perimeters, entrances and remote work zones.
- 30-foot mast with break-away hitch
- Six 110W solar panels
- 12V DC nominal operating voltage
- 150 amp-hours/day operating energy capacity
Best for Stationary Off-Grid Coverage
Skid Mounted • Solar • Cellular or Starlink
Spartan
A stable solar skid for long-term placement at fixed risk areas and remote assets.
- 20-foot hand-crank mast
- 1,350W solar array and 11,520Wh battery
- PTZ, multi-lens and thermal options
- Fortress remote visibility; siren/strobe option
AC • Long-Range PTZ
Hunter
30x optical zoom • 200m+ IR • 360° endless pan 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, GPS and Ethernet • 576Wh internal battery • Purchase or lease Explore Hunter →
AC • High-Resolution Panorama
Phoenix
Four 5MP sensors • Motorized PTRZ adjustment 5G, Wi-Fi, GPS and Ethernet • 576Wh internal battery • Purchase or lease Explore Phoenix →
AC • Multi-Sensor Coverage
Eagle
Four 1440p sensors • Motorized focus and zoom 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, GPS and Ethernet • 576Wh internal battery • Purchase or lease Explore Eagle →
AC • Compact Coverage
MINI
104° view • 25-pound platform • Remote varifocal adjustment 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, GPS and Ethernet • 288Wh internal battery • Purchase or lease Explore MINI →
Extended-Range PTZ
Recon
30x optical zoom • 400m+ IR • 360° endless pan 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, GPS and Ethernet • 576Wh internal battery • Purchase or lease Explore Recon →
Thermal Awareness
Viper
384×288 thermal sensor • 19mm lens • 19° horizontal view 5G, Wi-Fi, GPS and Ethernet • 576Wh internal battery • Purchase only Explore Viper →
Discreet Surveillance
Black Ops
Four-sensor base • 194° fisheye view 4G LTE, Wi-Fi and dual Ethernet • 576Wh internal battery • Purchase only Explore Black Ops →
Specialty • Deterrence and Access
Echo
120dB siren • Warning strobe • Keypad access Ethernet-connected relays • Custom configuration and quote Explore Echo →Power and Connectivity
Choose a Jobsite Camera System Around the Infrastructure You Have
All-Unit Comparison
Power, Connectivity and Deployment Matrix
| Unit | Platform | Primary Power | Battery / Storage | Connectivity | Deployment Fit | Commercial |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chariot Primary Off-Grid |
Towable trailer 30-foot mast |
Solar
Six 110W panels |
12V DC nominal 150 amp-hours/day operating energy capacity |
Cellular
or
Starlink
Separate configurations |
Mobile, changing off-grid coverage | Purchase or lease |
| Spartan Primary Off-Grid |
Stationary steel skid 20-foot mast |
Solar
1,350W array |
11,520Wh battery capacity |
Cellular
or
Starlink
Separate configurations |
Long-term, fixed off-grid coverage | Purchase or lease |
| Hunter | Mobile PTZ unit | 115 VAC | 576Wh internal lithium-ion battery | 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, GPS and Ethernet | Long-range PTZ; 200m+ IR | Purchase or lease |
| Phoenix | Four-sensor PTRZ unit | 115 VAC | 576Wh internal lithium-ion battery | 5G, Wi-Fi, GPS and Ethernet | Broad, high-resolution coverage | Purchase or lease |
| Eagle | Four-sensor multi-head unit | 115 VAC | 576Wh internal lithium-ion battery | 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, GPS and Ethernet | Panoramic multi-sensor coverage | Purchase or lease |
| MINI | Compact fixed-dome unit | 115 VAC | 288Wh internal lithium-ion battery | 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, GPS and Ethernet | Compact and targeted coverage | Purchase or lease |
| Recon | Extended-range PTZ unit | 115 VAC | 576Wh internal lithium-ion battery | 4G LTE, Wi-Fi, GPS and Ethernet | Specialty range; 400m+ IR | Purchase or lease |
| Viper | Thermal surveillance unit | 115 VAC | 576Wh internal lithium-ion battery | 5G, Wi-Fi, GPS and Ethernet | Thermal perimeter awareness | Purchase only |
| Black Ops | Discreet four-sensor unit | 115 VAC | 576Wh internal lithium-ion battery | 4G LTE, Wi-Fi and dual Ethernet | Covert and investigative coverage | Purchase only |
| Echo | Deterrence and access-control unit |
85–264 VAC
12 VDC output |
Configuration dependent |
10/100 Ethernet Modbus TCP/IP |
Siren/strobe, keypad and relay control | Custom configuration |
Configuration note: “Internal battery” indicates documented power redundancy; it does not imply the same runtime for every unit. IR ranges depend on the scene. Final power, connectivity and commercial availability must be confirmed in the proposal.
Deployment Videos
See How SentryPODS Systems Deploy
Watch a complete Spartan setup or jump to a focused installation and system demonstration.
Deploy the Spartan Solar Surveillance Skid
See the principal setup sequence for rapidly placing a solar-powered Spartan at a site without permanent power.
CONNECTED OPERATIONS
See Construction Sites Through Fortress
Fortress gives compatible deployments a central operational view. Access depends on the system, configuration and service plan.
Keep the layers clear: Software access, automated alerts, optional human monitoring, local response and remote deterrence are separate choices—not automatically included in every deployment.
See How Fortress Monitoring Works
Commercial Options
Choose How You Acquire Your Construction Security System
Compare leasing, third-party financing and direct purchasing around project duration, ownership goals and available capital.
Leasing
Use eligible SentryPODS equipment for an agreed term with predictable monthly payments and lower initial capital requirements.
- Typical Terms
- 12, 24 or 36 months
- Ownership
- Defined by the written lease
- Potential Benefit
- Eligible arrangements may offer 0% interest
May fit project-based deployments, planned budget cycles and organizations prioritizing near-term working capital.
Discuss LeasingFinancing
Finance through Trio Capital to acquire business equipment, then repay under the approved agreement.
- Typical Terms
- 1–5 years; up to 6 for qualified applicants
- Ownership
- Subject to financing documents
- Potential Benefit
- Longer repayment horizon with no early-payoff penalty
May fit organizations seeking ownership with payments spread across the equipment’s useful period.
Explore FinancingPurchasing
Pay the equipment cost directly and take ownership according to the SentryPODS sales agreement.
- Typical Terms
- One-time equipment purchase
- Ownership
- Buyer owns the purchased system
- Potential Benefit
- No continuing equipment payment
May fit buyers with available capital, long-duration use and a clear preference for direct ownership.
Discuss PurchasingAvailability, configuration, credit approval and final commercial terms are confirmed in the applicable written agreement.
Customer Perspective
Dependable Security for Active Projects
“SentryPODS is an affordable, dependable product that has provided security and a sense of peace to our employees and our projects. The service, reliability, and affordability make SentryPODS top in its category. Every owner should own one. I recommend the Smart Digital SentryPOD for all your security needs. It has proven to be an effective, reliable means to a secure work environment.”
Trusted by Construction and Infrastructure Organizations
Buyer Questions
Construction Site Security Camera FAQs
Concise answers for teams comparing mobile, wireless and temporary construction surveillance systems.
Explore the Resource CenterWhat are the best security cameras for construction sites?
The best fit depends on power, connectivity, mobility, range and coverage. The Chariot solar surveillance trailer is among the most popular options because its towable design makes it easy to reposition as jobsite conditions and priority areas change. Spartan suits stable, longer-term off-grid placement, while AC systems add more focused capabilities.
Can construction security cameras operate without permanent power?
Yes. Chariot and Spartan are solar powered. AC systems include documented internal battery capacity, but runtime and battery behavior vary by unit and configuration.
Do jobsite security cameras need wired internet?
No. Chariot and Spartan offer cellular or Starlink configurations. Compatible AC systems can use cellular, Wi-Fi or Ethernet.
What is the difference between a mobile trailer and a skid-mounted system?
Chariot is towable and suited to repositioning. Spartan uses a steel skid for stationary, longer-term placement. Compare deployment styles and system capabilities in the Mobile Surveillance System Buying Guide .
Can systems move as the construction site changes?
Chariot is designed for towable repositioning. Other systems may be relocatable with suitable mounting and deployment planning.
Can multiple jobsites be viewed from one dashboard?
Fortress can centralize compatible feeds, unit locations, system health, alerts and recorded events. Explore the Fortress dashboard .
Are construction surveillance systems available for lease?
Chariot, Spartan, Eagle, Hunter, MINI, Phoenix and Recon list purchase and lease availability. Black Ops and Viper are purchase only; Echo is custom. Financing options are also available to qualified customers through our third-party finance partner. Explore leasing and financing options .
Which system is best for long-range or nighttime coverage?
Are thermal camera options available?
How many systems does my construction site need?
It depends on entrances, blind spots, terrain, stored assets and how the site will change. Priority views should be mapped before recommending a system count.
SITE ASSESSMENT
Build the Right Security Plan for Your Jobsite
Tell us about your site, available power, connectivity, coverage area and project timeline. We’ll help identify an appropriate SentryPODS configuration.