How do I obtain my HCSS API credentials?

You must request API access through the **HCSS Developer Portal** (developer.hcssapps.com). Once approved, you will receive your Client ID, Client Secret, and Ocp-Apim-Subscription-Key.

Can I see the real-time location of my equipment?

Yes! Use the `get_equipment_location` tool with the unique equipment ID. It will return the latest GPS coordinates recorded by the Telematics system.

Does this integration cover both HeavyJob and HeavyBid?

Yes, this MCP server includes tools for both modules, allowing you to access timecard data from HeavyJob and estimate/bid data from HeavyBid in a single interface.

Is the integration secure for construction data?

Absolutely. The integration uses industry-standard OAuth 2.0 Client Credentials flow and HTTPS. Your credentials are encrypted and stored securely within the Vinkius Cloud infrastructure.

HCSS MCP Server for Cursor 11 tools — connect in under 2 minutes

Name: HCSS
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{
  "mcpServers": {
    "hcss": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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About HCSS MCP Server

Connect your HCSS platform to any AI agent and take full control of your heavy construction workflows, from estimating to field data and equipment tracking, through natural conversation.

Cursor's Agent mode turns HCSS into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from HCSS and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 11 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

What you can do

Field Data Management — List construction jobs and retrieve timecard data from HeavyJob to monitor site progress.
Estimating Insights — Access bidding estimates and bid items from HeavyBid to stay aligned with project budgets.
Equipment Telematics — Monitor your fleet with real-time GPS locations and latest meter readings (odometer/hours).
Resource Coordination — List employees and business units defined across the HCSS ecosystem.
Pre-Construction Tracking — Browse active pre-con projects and project lifecycles.
Operational Efficiency — Use AI to identify equipment utilization trends or job cost variances in seconds.

The HCSS MCP Server exposes 11 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Cursor in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

How to Connect HCSS to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the HCSS MCP Server with Cursor.

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server

Start using HCSS

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using HCSS, help me...". 11 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the HCSS MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with HCSS through the Model Context Protocol.

Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context

Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards

MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment

VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

HCSS + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the HCSS MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP

Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically

Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates

Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data

HCSS MCP Tools for Cursor (11)

These 11 tools become available when you connect HCSS to Cursor via MCP:

get_bid_items

List bid items for a specific estimate

get_equipment_location

Get current GPS coordinates for a specific piece of equipment

get_equipment_meters

Get latest meter readings (odometer/hours) for equipment

list_business_units

List all business units in HCSS

list_cost_codes

List cost codes defined in the system

list_employees

List all employees synced in HCSS

list_equipment

List all tracked equipment/fleet from Telematics

list_estimates

List bidding estimates from HeavyBid

list_jobs

List all construction jobs/projects

list_precon_projects

List active pre-construction projects

list_timecards

List timecards from HeavyJob

Example Prompts for HCSS in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with HCSS immediately.

"List all active construction jobs."

"Show the current location of Excavator ID EX-992."

"What are the bid items for estimate ID 2024-001?"

Troubleshooting HCSS MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting HCSS to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

HCSS + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating HCSS MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.

Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design. tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.