Project Operations & Administration · Submittals

Submittal Log Template

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Submittal Log Template: Track shop drawings, product data and samples from subcontractor through architect review and approval. Its format is Excel. It is for General Contractor, Project Manager, Project Engineer. It includes Spec-section register; Review cycle tracking; Lead time & required-by dates; Approval status codes. It is a free download from Construction Logs.

Keep every submittal, revision and review action in one register tied to spec sections and required-on-site dates.

What's included

  • Spec-section register
  • Review cycle tracking
  • Lead time & required-by dates
  • Approval status codes
Submittal Log Template — template preview

Option 1 · Manual

Download free Excel template

Instant download. Opens in Excel, Google Sheets or Numbers.

  • ▸Submittal Form
  • ▸Submittal Log GEN.2Macros enabled
  • ▸Submittal Log
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Option 2 · Modern

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Daily Build ties each submittal to its spec section and alerts you before long-lead items put the schedule at risk.

  • ■Fill it out from the field on any phone
  • ■Photos, signatures and timestamps attached
  • ■Automatic reports for owners and PMs
  • ■Free to start — no credit card

Quick summary

What it is
Track shop drawings, product data and samples from subcontractor through architect review and approval.
Best for
General Contractor, Project Manager, Project Engineer
Format
Excel
Price
Free ($0.00)
Pillar
Project Operations & Administration

What's included

  • Spec-section register
  • Review cycle tracking
  • Lead time & required-by dates
  • Approval status codes

Template columns

Submittal #Spec SectionDescriptionSubcontractorTypeDate ReceivedDate Sent to A/EDate ReturnedActionRevisionLead Time (days)Required On Site
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Excel vs. Daily Build

ExcelDaily Build
PriceFreeFree to start
Mobile field entryNoYes
Photos & attachmentsNoYes
Automatic reportsNoYes
Works offlineYesYes

FAQ

What is a submittal log?

A register of every shop drawing, product data sheet and sample required by the specs, with its review status.

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