Applying Project Control

In today’s fast-paced world of project delivery, project controls are the support network that enable the project to truly deliver and deliver well. In this engaging and interactive competence-led project controls training course, we establish the need for project organisations to recognise the value provided by the essential support mechanism that is known as Project Shared Services or Project Controls. It’s already well known that in order for organisations to successfully achieve project objectives, the relevant project information must be imparted with accountability and any responsibilities made clear.

The core Project Controls disciplines are the root of this support and each will be comprehensively covered during this Applying Project Control training course, which will feature:

• A sound foundation in Project Control tools and techniques
• Interactive exercises to reveal the mysteries of planning and control
• An introduction to the principles of project management techniques
• A good level of knowledge in relation to risk management and ownership
• A solid introduction to the supporting role that Project Controls plays in assisting delivery of projects, including planning and scheduling, teamwork, procurement, communications, document control, quality management, resource management, risk management, handover and review

The aim of this PetroKnowledge training course is to provide a holistic overview of projects and the role that project controls play in supporting the project to be delivered successfully.

By the end of this Applying Project Control training course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the value of project control to project success and improve the project team's contribution to the project performance
• Perform many of the key project control processes and techniques
• Appreciate the integration of procurement with relation to budget and schedules on projects
• Contribute to a positive culture for project controls in the project team
• Review effectiveness of measures for controlling risks

The target audience is employees with experience in engineering or projects who are either new to project control, or are being prepared for project control roles, or who require a refresher overview of project control principles.

This Applying Project Control training course is particularly suitable for:

• Project and Discipline Engineers
• Planning Engineers
• Cost Engineers
• Quantity Surveyors
• Document Controllers
• To those who would like to learn how projects are planned and controlled in industry

This Applying Project Control training course will utilise a variety of proven adult learning techniques to ensure maximum understanding, comprehension and retention of the information presented. This includes:

• Training provided via in an interactive format via facilitation and in-class learning sessions
• Consistent use of both individual and group exercises
• Good use of a case studies /scenario studies to reinforce learnings
• Glossary of relevant terms for Project Management provided and referred to throughout to ensure competency descriptors are understood

The Applying Project Control training course enables organizations to:

• Enhance project management capabilities and elevate overall organizational maturity.
• Develop employees' leadership and project management skills, improving efficiency and execution.
• Increase adaptability and flexibility by implementing various project lifecycle approaches.
• Strengthen customer confidence through professionals who apply standardized and widely accepted project management methodologies.
• Improve governance and accountability with well-defined reporting structures.
• Minimize project overruns by utilizing effective control mechanisms for better project execution.

By attending this Applying Project Control training course, participants will gain:

• A comprehensive introduction to project management fundamentals, methodologies, and their advantages.
• A clear understanding of the importance of engaging with senior management for project success.
• In-depth knowledge of effective project initiation techniques and their critical role in project execution.
• The ability to develop and implement an integrated project plan for streamlined operations.
• Practical skills to immediately apply essential project management tools and techniques in real-world scenarios.
• An overview of the PMI PMBOK® framework, providing a strong foundation for those aiming to pursue CAPM® and PMP® certifications.