Act as a timesheet delegate
Delegation allows you to perform timesheet activities on behalf of another user.
This is useful when:
- A Timesheet Manager is unavailable to approve timesheets
- A team member is unable to submit or update their timesheet
- Administrative support is required to maintain continuity
Important
- Only Administrators can create new timesheets on behalf of another user
- Timesheet Managers and Line Managers can:
- Approve or reject timesheets
- Recall and update submitted timesheets
- Submit timesheets on behalf of users
Approve Timesheets as a Delegate
- Navigate to Resources → Timesheet Approvals
- Select the Filter option
- Set:
- Timesheet Manager = [Person you are acting for]
- Apply the filter
- Follow the standard approval process:
- Review the timesheet
- Select Approve or Reject
Submit Timesheets as a Delegate
- Navigate to Work → Timesheets
- Select the Filter option
- Set:
- User = [Person you are acting for]
- Apply the filter
- Update or complete the timesheet
- Click Submit
Create a Timesheet as a Delegate (Administrators Only)
- Navigate to Work → Timesheets
- Use the resource selector (header dropdown)
- Select the user you are acting for
- Select the required Timesheet Period
- Click Save
- Complete and submit the timesheet
Export Timesheets as a Delegate
You can export timesheets while acting as a delegate:
- Navigate to:
- Work → Timesheets, or
- Resources → Timesheet Approvals
- Apply filters to select the relevant user(s)
- From the command bar:
- Select Export to Excel, or
- Use the ellipsis (…) if required
Tip:
Export functionality is available across most list views in Altus and can be combined with filters to extract timesheet data for specific users or groups.
Key Considerations
- Delegation uses filters, not a separate interface
- Always confirm you are acting on the correct user before making changes
- Approved timesheets will still follow the standard process:
- Approval → actual work recorded → financial impact
- Maintain clear communication when acting on behalf of others
Tips
- Use delegation to avoid bottlenecks during absences
- Apply filters carefully to isolate the correct user
- Use exports when supporting audit or reporting needs
- Document any changes made on behalf of another user if required