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Free Construction Gantt Chart Template

Plan construction phases, subcontractors, inspections, permits, milestones, and schedule risk in one free Gantt chart spreadsheet.

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Why construction projects need a clearer Gantt chart

Construction timelines depend on sequencing. Demo, framing, rough-ins, inspections, finishes, punch list, and closeout cannot always move independently. A construction Gantt chart makes those phase relationships easier to review, especially when subcontractor availability, permit timing, material delivery, or inspection windows can push the schedule.

What is included in this construction Gantt chart

The template includes a left-side task table for phase, owner, start date, end date, duration, status, and progress, plus a weekly timeline for schedule bars and milestones. Use it to map construction phases, site work, procurement, subcontractor windows, inspection dates, client reviews, and closeout activities in one spreadsheet.

Who should use this template?

This template is useful for general contractors, remodelers, property managers, owner-builders, specialty trades, and construction coordinators who need a simple project timeline that can be shared with clients or internal teams. It is strongest for small and mid-sized projects where Excel or Google Sheets is still the fastest coordination surface.

How to use it well

Start with major construction phases, then add subcontractor work, inspection milestones, and known material lead times. Keep the timeline readable enough for weekly review instead of filling it with every small task. Griddy can shift the schedule around a delayed inspection, add a subcontractor phase, or summarize which construction milestones are creating the most schedule risk.

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