Construction Scheduling and Planning with Smartsheet

Delivering construction projects on time and within budget requires precise scheduling and clear communication. This text-based course guides you through the core principles of construction planning and shows you how to implement them using Smartsheet, a leading cloud-based work management platform. You will transition from understanding basic scheduling concepts to managing complex project timelines. Through clear written explanations and practical step-by-step scenarios, you will learn how to structure project phases, allocate resources, and keep stakeholders updated in real time. What you'll learn: Understand foundational construction scheduling terminology and methodologies, including the Critical Path Method (CPM); Configure project sheets in Smartsheet, setting up Gantt charts, dependencies, and milestones; Manage resource allocation and track task assignments to prevent project bottlenecks; Apply modern collaborative workflows to share real-time updates with field teams and subcontractors; Analyze project health using automated alerts, status tracking, and baseline comparisons. The course starts with essential industry definitions and scheduling theory before moving into hands-on Smartsheet configuration. You will progress from simple task lists to comprehensive, multi-phase project schedules with automated tracking. This course is designed for aspiring construction project managers, site supervisors, and coordinators who want to modernize their scheduling workflows, with no prior experience with Smartsheet or advanced project management required. Start reading today to build reliable, professional construction schedules that streamline your projects from groundbreaking to closeout.