Quick summary
- What it is
- Document delay events, affected activities, evidence and mitigation actions.
- Best for
- Project Manager, Superintendent, General Contractor
- Format
- Excel
- Price
- Free ($0.00)
- Pillar
- Project Operations & Administration
What's included
- Delay event register
- Affected activities and dates
- Notice and evidence references
- Mitigation and resolution tracking
Template columns
| Delay # | Date Identified | Start | End | Cause | Affected Activity | Days Affected | Responsible Party | Notice Date | Evidence Ref | Mitigation | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
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
What evidence belongs in a delay tracker?
Reference dated daily logs, photos, correspondence, weather records and schedule updates relevant to the event.
Do recorded delay days establish entitlement?
No. Contract terms, notice requirements, concurrency and schedule analysis determine entitlement; the tracker is a supporting record.
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