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Top 10 KPIs Construction and Oil & Gas Project Managers Should Track in 2025

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In 2025, as the construction and oil & gas industries face increasing pressure to deliver complex projects on time, within budget, and under stricter regulatory and ESG standards, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are more vital than ever. According to KPMG’s Global Construction Survey , only 25% of projects came within 10% of their original deadlines and budgets in recent years — highlighting the urgent need for better project controls and real-time visibility. By tracking the right KPIs, project managers can make proactive decisions, reduce risk, improve stakeholder trust, and drive project success. What Are Project Management KPIs? KPIs are quantifiable metrics that track the progress, efficiency, and success of a project. They translate complex project data into actionable insights, helping teams assess whether they're meeting strategic objectives across scope, cost, schedule, safety, and quality dimensions. Why Use KPIs in Project Management? In high-stakes indus...

Primavera P6 Is Not Enough: Why You Need Integrated Control with Project On Track

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In the world of construction and infrastructure, project planning is everything. For years, Primavera P6 has been the go-to tool for project scheduling and time management. Its robustness, ability to handle large-scale timelines, and complex dependencies have made it a cornerstone in capital project planning. But here’s the truth many teams have come to realize — Primavera P6 alone is not enough . What is Primavera P6? Primavera P6 is a high-performance project scheduling and management software developed by Oracle. It’s widely used in large-scale industries like construction , infrastructure , oil & gas , manufacturing , and utilities to plan, schedule, and manage complex projects. Key features of Primavera P6: ·         Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) creation ·         Gantt chart-based scheduling ·         Critical Path Method (CPM) analysis ·   ...

From Extraction to Restoration: The Importance of Responsible Mine Closure Planning

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  Mining is not just about digging minerals out of the ground—it’s a complex, multi-year journey filled with risk, innovation, planning, and purpose. From the first spark of curiosity during exploration to the final reclamation of land decades later, the lifecycle of a mine weaves together geology, engineering, environmental science, and community engagement. Here’s a comprehensive look into every stage of the mining journey. 1. Exploration: The First Clue in the Earth’s Puzzle (1–3 Years) Mining starts with a fundamental question: could there be valuable minerals hidden beneath the surface? The exploration phase , typically lasting between one to three years , is the first step in answering that. During this stage, geologists focus on identifying areas that may contain mineral deposits by using methods such as geological mapping , geophysical surveys , and geochemical sampling . While it is the phase with the highest level ...