Quick summary
- What it is
- A simple Excel Gantt for phases, activities, durations and dependencies.
- Best for
- General Contractor, Project Manager, Superintendent
- Format
- Excel
- Price
- Free ($0.00)
- Pillar
- Project Operations & Administration
What's included
- Auto-drawn Gantt bars
- Durations & predecessors
- Two-week look-ahead
- Milestones
Template columns
| ID | Phase | Activity | Start | Finish | Duration (days) | Predecessor | Responsible | % Complete |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Excel vs. Daily Build
| Excel | Daily Build | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free to start |
| Mobile field entry | No | Yes |
| Photos & attachments | No | Yes |
| Automatic reports | No | Yes |
| Works offline | Yes | Yes |
FAQ
Can Excel replace scheduling software?
For small and mid-sized jobs, yes. Large CPM schedules usually need dedicated tools.
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