Valency Blog - Best Practices in Capital Project Mangement

Aligning Projects with Purpose – Insights by Raul Fuentes

by Maida Majeed | May 22, 2025 | Commissioning & Operational Readiness, Construction Readiness, Facilitation, Other, PDRI

With decades of experience in risk management and capital project execution, Raul Fuentes helps organizations strengthen their project assurance practices—not just by managing risk, but by aligning each initiative with the business’s broader purpose. As part of...

Valerie Weaver on the Confidence to Lead, and the Wisdom to Listen

by Maida Majeed | Apr 21, 2025 | Facilitation, Other, PDRI

With decades of experience and a passion for front end planning, Valerie Weaver guides teams through capital project assurance with clarity and thoughtful leadership. As part of Valency’s Facilitator Spotlight series, we’re showcasing the experiences of our Senior...

Choose the Right Project—and Do It Right”: A Conversation with Tim Podesta

by Maida Majeed | Apr 3, 2025 | Facilitation, Other, PDRI

From oil & gas to decarbonization, Tim Podesta shares insights on front end planning, risk, and how to guide teams toward better project outcomes. As part of Valency’s Facilitator Spotlight series, we’re showcasing our Senior Consultants and their experience in...

Front End Planning – Is it Worth the Time and Expense?

by Sandra MacGillivray | Mar 4, 2025 | Other

In capital projects, what do you think is the leading cause of cost and schedule overruns? Industry experts around the world all agree that poor scope definition in a project is the leading cause of cost and schedule uncertainty. In fact, the Construction Industry...

How to Write Clear and Actionable PDRI Summary Reports

by Eve Koch Nichol | Jan 8, 2025 | Other

Effective communication is critical to managing any project, especially complex capital projects with multiple stakeholder groups. When communication is clear, concise, and well-structured, teams can align their goals, reduce misunderstanding, and make informed...

Fostering Psychological Safety: How to Enhance Project Assurance Assessments

by Eve Koch Nichol | Oct 28, 2024 | Other

In the construction industry, silence can be dangerous. Beyond affecting schedules and budgets, silence can lead to serious safety risks. But if there are such high-stakes in these projects, why do team members stay silent? Speaking up to share an idea, concern or...