Construction Scheduling using Microsoft Project

We are all working too hard!  Across every industry, poor time management and unclear communication are two of the biggest obstacles. Deadlines are missed, potential profits are diminished, resources wasted, and opportunities are lost—not because people aren’t capable, but because of a lack of effective systems that support success.

We help bridge that gap. By combining construction experience with technology, we make it easier to communicate clearly, make timely decisions, and create a productive and successful atmosphere. Everything we offer is designed to simplify complexity, reduce friction, and empower people—regardless of their role—to get more done with less effort.

Microsoft Project, developed by the world’s leader in software development, is one of the leading—if not the top—construction scheduling software solutions in the industry. Unlike many other programs that are difficult to learn, restrictive to customize, and limited in how they display and share information, Microsoft Project provides a flexible platform to effectively schedule, manage, and control construction projects of any size or complexity.. 

Much like Excel, Microsoft Project is a customizable shell software program designed to adapt to your needs. When properly customized for construction, it becomes one of the most powerful and scalable scheduling tools available.

Steve Matzen is the founder of this site and the developer of all the templates and training resources offered here. With over 45 years of real-world construction experience, he has managed billions in project value and overseen up to 50 projects simultaneously—working as a Project Developer, General Contractor, Master Scheduler, and Consultant. His extensive experience, communication skills, and deep industry knowledge are built into every template we offer. Steve originally launched this site in 2001 and has continuously refined the templates and systems ever since.

Our Microsoft Project templates are fully customized for the construction industry, featuring pre-formatted task lists for every type of construction project, custom views, filters, tables, and fields designed for clear communication. We also have just released an optional Custom Toolbar Ribbon for fast and intuitive use with our templates. 

Whether you are new to scheduling or an experienced project manager, our templates enable you to plan and schedule quickly and  effectively, and track project progress with confidence—without a long learning curve.

Construction Scheduling is not limited to experienced professionals. With our system, anyone with the aptitude can learn. Our complete training approach allows assistants, coordinators, project managers, and teams at any level to build professional scheduling skills using Microsoft Project for successful construction. 

We provide step-by-step guidance through every stage of the scheduling process, including how to tailor your schedules to fit your specific needs for both single and multiple projects. The learning portal combines decades of real-world scheduling experience with built-in AI chat assistance and personal help ticket support, giving you answers and guidance whenever you need them—the best of both worlds—human experience and AI intelligence.

By simplifying complexity and providing global project insight, our system helps you make intelligent scheduling decisions, avoid costly mistakes, communicate clearly, and successfully manage your projects with confidence. You can create a successful atmosphere that empowers everyone.

Coming July 2025

Construction schedules are intended for the entire team — as an active forecasting and communication tool. You can use our Construction Scheduling Templates and Learning & Training Portal to create clarity, communicate effectively, control timelines, minimize risks, relieve stress, and increase profits across all your construction projects.