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Change Order Log Template

Quick answer

Change Order Log Template: Track potential, pending and approved change orders with cost and schedule impact on contract value. Its format is Excel. It is for General Contractor, Project Manager, Owner's Rep. It includes PCO to CO tracking; Cost and day impact; Revised contract sum; Approval status. It is a free download from Construction Logs.

Never lose a change. Log PCOs through approval and see your revised contract value at a glance.

What's included

  • PCO to CO tracking
  • Cost and day impact
  • Revised contract sum
  • Approval status
Change Order Log Template — template preview

Option 1 · Manual

Download free Excel template

Instant download. Opens in Excel, Google Sheets or Numbers.

  • ▸Change Order Form
  • ▸Change Order Log
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Option 2 · Modern

Run live in Daily Build

Link change orders to RFIs and field logs so every dollar has backup documentation.

  • ■Fill it out from the field on any phone
  • ■Photos, signatures and timestamps attached
  • ■Automatic reports for owners and PMs
  • ■Free to start — no credit card

Quick summary

What it is
Track potential, pending and approved change orders with cost and schedule impact on contract value.
Best for
General Contractor, Project Manager, Owner's Rep
Format
Excel
Price
Free ($0.00)
Pillar
Project Operations & Administration

What's included

  • PCO to CO tracking
  • Cost and day impact
  • Revised contract sum
  • Approval status

Template columns

CO #PCO #DateDescriptionReasonRequested AmountApproved AmountDays AddedStatusApproved By
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Excel vs. Daily Build

ExcelDaily Build
PriceFreeFree to start
Mobile field entryNoYes
Photos & attachmentsNoYes
Automatic reportsNoYes
Works offlineYesYes

FAQ

What's the difference between a PCO and a CO?

A Potential Change Order is a pending proposal; a Change Order is the executed contract modification.

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