Forensic Delay Analysis Career Path and Future Outlook
Explore the forensic delay analysis career path and embark on the knowledge and skills you need to acquire to kick-start or grow your career in this field.
The Best Project Controls Conferences in 2022 You Don’t Want to Miss
Project Controls Conferences in 2022! Would you consider attending one? Either your goal is learning new strategies, getting motivation, discovering new cutting-edge tools and technologies, or meeting like-minded professionals, attending conferences is a surefire way to achieve your professional goals. I always come away from conferences feeling energized and empowered to take my skills to […]
Top 4 Professional Development Gaps Limiting Your Project Professional Career in the New Era
When was the last time you gave some serious thought to the current trajectory of your Project Professional Career? Or was there a time that you thought to yourself, “what am I even doing here?” I have been in that boat too. In a floating work barge, to be exact. The year was 2014 and […]
Developing High-Performing Project Teams through Flexible Training Programs
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Some time ago, a friend of mine in a project team from the construction industry reached out to me with concern! Let me give you some perspective. For the last seven years, he has been working as a Project Manager, steering the execution of several high-profile projects for a leading contractor in the Middle […]
A Magic Elixir for Some But Not All? Why IT Has Failed the Construction Industry
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Information Technology has brought immense efficiencies to factories and supply chains, making them faster and more responsive. IT has transformed nearly every industry one can think of and conferred real competitive advantages to its early adopters. However, those transformations and competitive advantages have largely bypassed construction. It’s not for lack of trying. The industry […]
Interview with Jeremie Averous, Author of Practical Project Control Manager Handbook and Project Soft Power
Watch this interview with Ursula Kuehn, author of Integrated Cost and Schedule Control in Project Management. She is a recognized trainer and consultant in integrated cost and schedule control and earned value management procedures.
The Best Project Controls Conferences in 2021 You Don’t Want to Miss
Project Controls Conferences in 2021! Would you consider attending one? Either your goal is learning new strategies, getting motivation, discovering new cutting-edge tools and technologies, or meeting like-minded professionals, attending conferences is a surefire way to achieve your professional goals. I always come away from conferences feeling energized and empowered to take my skills to […]
Top 4 Key Attributes of Effective Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA) in an Organization
Do you run a Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA) in your projects? Does your company have an effective Quantitative Risk Analysis capability? An effective Quantitative Risk Assessment (QRA) capability will not exist in a vacuum. QRA capability will be a function of an organization’s overall risk management capability. What does it take to […]
Big Data and Its Impacts on the Future of Cost Estimating
We have all probably heard the term “big data,” another term that can be many things to many different people. But what is BIG DATA and what’s its impact on the future of cost estimating? Larry Dysert, the Cost Estimating thought leader has opened up the concept of Big Data and how it will impact […]
Get Started in Power BI- The Power BI Starter Guide
How do you get started in Power BI? Before diving into the content and providing you the Power BI starter guide, let’s have the same understanding of what Power BI is all about. What is the Power BI? Power BI is a business analytics service by Microsoft that puts visual analytics at your fingertips. […]
What are the key differences between Project Planning vs. Scheduling?
Project planning vs. scheduling- are they the same? You might have heard the role of Planner/Scheduler in a project. Does it mean that Planners & Schedulers do the same work? Are “Planning” and “Scheduling” the same terms? If not, what are the key differences between Project Planning vs. Scheduling? Check this video by Dr. Saleh […]
How to Create a Schedule Dashboard in Power BI using P6 Schedule Data
What is the most common way of looking at a construction schedule? Do you use a schedule dashboard or special schedule report? For many, it usually involves going into Primavera P6 and adjusting groupings and applying filters (sometimes very lengthy and complex filters that become hard to follow). Once the set of activities are selected, […]
The Best Project Controls Conferences in 2020 You Don’t Want to Miss
Project Controls Conferences in 2020! Which one(s) would you attend? What Project Controls conferences have you attended in the past? Which one was the best? Was it the best because it created a positive impact on you? I still clearly remember the first couple of conferences, which had a tremendous impact on my professional and […]
Nuggets of Wisdom from the Creator of Earned Schedule, Walter Lipke
Watch my interview with John Hollmann for some insights on how you too can become an influencer in your field.
How to Become an Influencer in Your Field (Interview with John Hollmann)
Watch my interview with John Hollmann for some insights on how you too can become an influencer in your field.
The Top 7 Integrated Project Controls Software You Need to Know About
As the technology evolves, more and more integrated Project Controls software has come to the market to support the increasing demand of Project Controls. Considering a variety of options we have, the question is, which Project Controls software to choose from? Whenever I talk about the Project Controls software, I always get the question, what […]
Top 5 Features to Consider in Your Project Controls Software Reviews
Have you ever been involved in the Project Controls software reviews and selection process? If you do, you know that you have the privilege of selecting from an array of Project Controls Software. In order to choose the best Project Controls software for your organization, one of the things you need to figure out is what features you […]
The Secret to Success in Personal & Professional Life Using Project Controls (Interview with Dr. Saleh Mubarak)
Dr. Saleh Mubarak, a well-known author and an international authority in project planning, scheduling, cost estimating, and project controls, revealed secrets to success in his personal and professional life using Project Controls principles. Check this interview with Dr. Saleh Mubarak to learn more about his journey and the key to his success. Download […]
How to Select the BEST Project Controls Software
Considering a large amount of data that needs to be processed in projects, Project Controls software is essential. It allows the processing of extensive information that can be retained for analysis, reporting, and benchmarking. But the question is which Project Controls software is the right fit for your projects? Watch this video to figure out […]
How the Anticipated Cost Report Method Helps in Managing Construction Costs
Changes are inevitable in construction and in any project. There might be costs that were not budgeted or authorized initially. A change due to differing site conditions, design errors or omissions, or a scope change due to owner’s added requirements may lead to change orders. Besides change orders, which are additions to the original contract, […]
Transforming Project Controls For Organizations, If Not Now, When?
Transforming Project Controls For Organizations, If Not Now, When? Today’s Owner and EPC companies are frequently dealing with significant budget overruns and schedule delays, placing increased pressure to adopt project controls strategies, which better fit their company and the projects they execute. In this post, Fred Wellman discusses strategies for rapidly transforming project controls for organizations in today’s construction industry. “Another word for control is […]
Know the Ins and Outs of a Construction Career from David Senko
Since he was a little child he was curious to know how things were built. His dad being in construction sparked his interest in the construction career from an early age. When he was 5 years old, he was building cabinets with his dad, drilling the holes, and putting on the hinges and door pulls. […]
Share Your Knowledge in Project Controls
I believe your knowledge and expertise is your most precious gift that deserves to be shared. In this video, I share with you the importance of sharing your knowledge in Project Controls no matter how much experience you have or how young or seasoned professional you are. Check out my journey in sharing my knowledge and how you can do the same. Download […]
The 5 Tips in Developing A Project Schedule that Engineers Will Admire
Developing a project schedule with a group of engineers can be a challenging process. There is a parable about eight blind men, who are trying to describe an elephant by touching the part of the elephant that is nearest them. One man touches the trunk and says, “a snake!”. Another man touches an ear and […]
New Technologies Impact On Future Projects
Digital Technology and Artificial Intelligence aligned with 3D modeling and BIM (Building Information Modelling) are leading Project Management and Project Controls into a whole new era of systems and management techniques. For the last 50 years, there has been little change in the approach and techniques that have been applied to projects but all that is now changing […]
Adding Value to Your Organization Should be Your #1 Priority in Your Career
Adding value to your organization or the people you serve should be your number 1 priority. Watch this video to figure out why. Download the free audio mp3 podcast of this episode on iTunes. Want more training? Subscribe to Project Control Academy to receive complimentary training videos and resources delivered to your mailbox. Project Control Quotes to Consider: Join Project Control Academy on Instagram for […]
“DO YOU BELIEVE IT?” The Question to Ask in Every Cost & Schedule Report!
I have been involved in different aspects of Project Control for over forty years, and one thing that has not changed is the pressure that Cost and Planning Engineers are put under to issue the weekly and monthly reports. One thing that I have learned however is that when you have produced the report, and […]
How to Assess the Accuracy of Your Cost Forecasts with TCPI
How do you evaluate the accuracy of your cost forecasts? Watch this video to learn how you can use the TCPI metric to assess the feasibility of your cost forecasts. Download the free audio mp3 podcast of this episode on iTunes. Want more training? Subscribe to Project Control Academy to receive complimentary training videos and resources delivered to […]
Performance-Based Cost Forecasting (EAC/ ETC)
What cost forecasting formula/ method do you use at every stage of your project? Check this video tutorial to learn what performance-based cost forecasting formula (EAC/ETC) is recommended at various stages of your project. Download the free audio mp3 podcast of this episode on iTunes. Want more training? Subscribe to Project Control Academy to receive complimentary training videos and […]
Essential Requirements For a Successful Project Controls Plan Implementation
Project Controls Plan (PCP) is a well-defined documented Project Controls execution strategy that describes specific processes, procedures, systems, & tools used by the Project Control team throughout the project lifecycle. According to AACE® International RP No.60R-10, “ The use of a project controls plan is considered a leading indicator for assisting in the success of the delivery of the project. The time invested […]
Top 10 Tips From A Leading Thought Leader In Project Controls
How to become a world-class authority in project controls and get to the top of your field? This is the question I was eager to know the answer from someone who has already reached to the top in Project Controls and is arguably one of the leading thought leaders in Project Controls, Chris Carson. You […]
Project Controls Plan Components
Have you ever been assigned to a project and were asked to develop a project related procedure, report, or presentation, but didn’t know exactly how? Wouldn’t it be easier if you were given the structure and elements of your project report or procedure? Watch the video below to learn the Project Controls Plan components, so next […]
5 Key Lessons I Learned That Transformed My Year
As we are approaching the end of the year and are busy with doing our last-minute Christmas shopping to bring joy to our loved ones, I thought what gift I can give you that could serve you not only during the holidays but also for the year ahead. I thought it is best if I […]
How to Calculate Earned Schedule
In this training, I am going to show you how you can calculate the “Earned Schedule”. I assume you already know what “Earned Schedule” is. If not, please make sure that you watch another video that I have prepared for you entitled “Earned Schedule- An improvement to EVM Scheduling Metrics.” To measure Earned Schedule, we […]
Why the EVM Scheduling Metrics Are NOT Reliable!
“Your critical path schedule shows behind schedule. How come your EVM schedule performance indicates an ahead of schedule status?” “What is wrong with your SPI report?” “We are going to finish this project 3 months behind the schedule. Tell me why your SPI is showing a good schedule performance?” Have you ever faced an angry […]
The Cream of Project Controls
Recently there was a tremendous opportunity to learn from one of today’s premier project-controls advocate and thought leaders on topics relating to what most current project controls professionals may very well be occupied with on a daily basis. Lessons from experience have taught this author that every opportunity to hear Chris Carson – Vice President […]
5 Important Lessons Most Project Controllers Learn Too Late in Their Career
After years of working with experienced Project Control teams in various organizations and industries, I believe there are important lessons that most Project Controllers learn too late in their career. Watch this video to learn these top 5 important lessons: Download the free audio mp3 podcast of this episode on iTunes. Like this episode? Please share it so […]
A Journey from the “Dinosaur’s Age” to the Chief Cost Estimator!
Have you ever wondered how “Project Controls” was performed back in the “Dinosaur’s Age,” when the computers didn’t exist? The “Age of Computer” began at some point in the mid-1990’s. Do you remember the big computers back then? I still remember the super large computers that I used to work with at the University back […]
How to Succeed as a Document Controller? (Interview with Ken Clevenger)
How to succeed as a Document Controller? This is a question that is best answered by a senior Document Control Director & Manager. I had the honor of interviewing one of the most inspiring and supportive leaders in the area of Document & Information Management, Ken Clevenger. Ken shared his 20-year experience and expertise in […]
Essential Tools To Master in Project Controls
Summary: There are plenty of tools available today for Project Controllers to help them better manage and control projects. As technology evolves, more tools become available for use. This can become overwhelming as to what tool to choose from for controlling projects. Sometimes, finding and selecting the right tool is a project of its own […]
Certifications in Cost Estimating
Summary: Are you interested to know what internationally recognized certifications are available in Cost Estimating? There are several Cost Estimating associations that provide a variety of Cost Estimating certifications: ICEAA’s Professional Cost Estimator/ Analyst (PCEA®) AACE’s Certified Estimating Professional (CEP) ASPE’s Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) ICEAA’s Certified Cost Estimator/ Analyst (CCEA®) Watch this video to […]
How Cost Escalation is measured in a Cost Estimate?
According to Wikipedia.org, “Changes in the cost or price of specific goods or services in a given economy over a period of time is defined as “Cost Escalation” [1]. Very often, the common question from an owner to an estimator is “Is your estimate in current dollars or escalated dollars?” Any cost estimate is a […]
What is the Difference Between Project Controls & Project Management?
Summary: I get this question a lot, “What is the Difference Between Project Controls and Project Management?”. I believe there are 3 key differences between Project Management and Project Controls: 1- Project Control is a subset of Project Management with the primary focus of managing the project’s cost and schedule. 2- Project Manager is directing the […]
How Does a Project Controller Control a Project?
Summary: Have you ever wondered how a Project Controller controls a project? Do you know what the role of a Project Controller is in a project; from its initiation to completion? An effective Project Controls starts early in the project when the project is initiated and continues throughout the project life cycle until the project […]
What Makes a Great Conceptual Cost Estimate? 7 Factors to Consider
Years back, my boss used to say “You will know whether your estimate is accurate or not, only after the project is finished”. This is so true. Estimating is not an exact science and by definition, the estimated number is only a predicted outcome. Conceptual estimates start with the feasibility or order of magnitude estimate […]
Key Role of Project Controls in Successfully Managing Your Projects
Do you know the status of your project in terms of cost and schedule? Do you think with all of your hard work and your team members efforts, you would be able to finish your project on time? How about finishing on budget? If your answer to any of these questions is NO, don’t feel […]
Execution Of Project Controls: Three key components in project controls that you need to know about
We have prepared a new short video that teaches you about the execution stage in project controls. In this video, you will discover: – The three key components in project controls that are examined in executing a project – Project controls flowchart for the execution of project controls stage – What should be recorded during […]