Creating a project from your phone means you can start capturing field data the moment you arrive on site — no need to go back to the office first. This article walks you through how to create a new project directly from the Raken mobile app.
Quick Answer
To create a project on mobile:
Tap Project tools and tap Select to open the project list.
Tap the + button in the top right corner.
Fill in the project details.
Tap the checkmark ✓ to save.
How to Create a Project on Mobile
Step 1: Open the Project List
Open the Raken mobile app. Tap Project tools in the bottom navigation bar. Tap Select at the top left of the screen to open the project list.
Step 2: Start a New Project
Tap the + button in the top right corner of the Select project screen.
Step 3: Fill In Project Details
Enter the project information. Project name is the only required field. All other fields are optional but recommended:
Project number — your internal reference number
Address — enables automatic weather capture on daily reports
Start date / End date — used for project tracking and compliance
Project groups — assign to a group for filtered reporting
Tip: If location services are active on your device, Raken will autofill your current location into the address fields.
Step 4: Save
Tap the checkmark ✓ in the top right corner to save. The project is created immediately and appears in your project list.
Troubleshooting & FAQ
I don't see the + button on the Select project screen — why?
Only Account Administrators can create projects by default. Project Admins can create projects if the Can create projects permission is enabled under Company > Roles & Permissions on the web app.
Can I add team members to the project from mobile?
No. Team members are assigned to projects from the web app via the project's directory or from Directory > Employees. Once assigned on the web, they'll see the project in their mobile app immediately.
Can I configure project settings from mobile?
Full project settings are managed from the web app under Projects > Settings. On mobile you can update basic project info but detailed configuration requires the web app.
Technical Specifications
Compatibility: iOS 15+, Android 10+
Offline Capability: No — project creation requires an active connection
Plan Required: All plans
Role Required: Account Administrator (by default); Project Admin if permissions are customized
Considerations
Enter a full street address (not just a city or zip code) to enable accurate automatic weather capture on daily reports.
Project templates are only available when creating projects on the web app. To apply a template, create the project on the web first.
More Questions?
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