Create a project This procedure creates a completely new project. About this task Note: Any project that you create is automatically assigned to you as Project Coordinator. Procedure From the Project Management view, click the Create Project button (). The Project Information dialog appears. Enter a Name for the project. Optional: Set the Due Date. Click the calendar button. An interactive calendar appears. Select the required date, then click OK. You'll return to the Project Information dialog where the selected Due date will be displayed. Click OK. Your new project appears in the Project Management view. What to do nextIf you need to change or assign additional project managers you can do so using the Assignments dialog, if you have project assignment rights.