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How to Create a Project Schedule

Complete guide to schedule creation and management for construction project managers

The Schedule Module helps you create and manage project timelines. Choose the method that best fits your project setup and existing documentation: import an existing schedule, use a pre-built template, or build activities manually.

Before you start

  • Ensure you have project access in Mastt.
  • For imports, prepare your .xml (MS Project), .xer (Primavera P6) or .csv (CSV template) files.

Choose a method

MethodBest for
Method 1: Import ScheduleBringing in an existing schedule from MS Project, Primavera P6 or the Mastt CSV template
Method 2: Use Schedule TemplateStarting from the Standard Project Template or Standard Construction Template
Method 3: Create Activities ManuallyBuilding your schedule one activity at a time

Open the Schedule Module

  1. Navigate to your project.
  2. Using the navigation toolbar, click Schedule Module.

Import a schedule

ProgramFile type
MS Project.xml
Primavera P6.xer
CSV.csv (from the Mastt template)
  1. Drag and drop your schedule file into the upload area, or click to browse.
  2. Select your file type.
  3. Click Import.
  4. Review the imported milestones and activities in the preview.
  5. Click Import to confirm when satisfied with the data.
  6. Click Save to finalise the imported schedule.

Overwrite an existing schedule

You can easily update your schedule by uploading a new one and choosing to overwrite the existing schedule.

  1. From the Schedule module, click the Import button.
  2. Choose the file type and upload your new schedule file.
  3. When prompted, confirm if you want to overwrite the existing schedule.

Use a schedule template

  1. Click Use Templates.
  2. Choose between Standard Project Template and Standard Construction Template.
  3. Select your project start date.
  4. Click Import Template.
  5. Review and customise the template activities as needed.
  6. Click Save when finished.

Create activities manually

  1. Click + Activity.
  2. Complete the activity details (see the table below).
  3. Toggle Start of Project if this activity marks project commencement.
  4. Toggle Completion if this activity marks project completion for tracking.
  5. Select an activity icon if desired.
  6. Click Save.
  7. Repeat these steps for additional activities using + Add Activity.
Activity detail
Activity name
Project phases
Status
Start date
Baseline completion date
Planned completion date
Tasks
Comments (Save activity first to add comments)

Edit individual activities

  1. Click the activity you want to edit.
  2. A form will appear on the right-hand side of your schedule page.
  3. Make the necessary edits to the activity details.
  4. Click Save when completed.

Reorder activities

  1. Click and hold on the grab bar and drag the activity to the desired position.
  2. Click Save to confirm the changes.

Delete individual activities

  1. Locate the activity you want to delete.
  2. Click the Delete icon for that activity.
  3. A dialog box will open.
  4. Click Delete Activity to confirm and proceed.

Bulk edit activities

  1. Use checkboxes to select activities you want to move forward or back.
  2. Click Bulk Edit.
  3. Select your action: Move Dates, Status, Set Phase or Delete. You can also use Select all or Unselect All.
  4. Customise the form to match your required changes.
  5. Click Save to apply all changes.

Troubleshooting and FAQs

What if my import fails with a file error?

Ensure your file is in .xml format (MS Project), .xer format (Primavera P6) or .csv format (CSV template) and isn't corrupted.

Why doesn't the template match my project needs?

Import the closest available template, then manually add, remove or modify activities as required.

Need help?

Contact Mastt Support for additional assistance.