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Our seasoned consultants are dedicated to helping you navigate the complexities of project planning with expert consultancy solutions that help deliver projects on time and within budget.
At Compass Consult, we have worked with clients from different industries with ambitious projects, empowering them with unparalleled project planning consultancy services.
Our team of seasoned experts understands the critical role that effective project planning plays in the overall success of any endeavor and that’s why we don’t take a cookie-cutter approach. Instead, we offer tailored solutions that perfectly meet our client’s project planning needs.
This comprehensive suite of project planning solutions, helps organizations navigate the complexities of project management with confidence.
Large-scale projects involve multiple teams, timelines, and dependencies. This makes structured planning essential. Without a clear roadmap, it’s easy for priorities to slip, budgets to blow out, or outcomes to drift off course.
Project planning consultancy helps align every part of the initiative with strategic goals. It ensures that:By following a well-defined project planning process, businesses can prevent delays and avoid reactive decision-making. That’s why effective planning isn’t just helpful; it’s critical.
Consulting teams follow a structured approach to ensure every detail is covered. While steps can vary slightly, the core stages include:
Planning consultancy services add value by bringing in proven frameworks, cross-industry insights, and expert facilitation to get all parties aligned from the start.
Project planning is the phase where the strategy is defined: what needs to be done, by whom, when, and how. It’s about building the blueprint.
Project management, on the other hand, is the active execution of that plan. It involves:Think of it this way. Planning sets the direction, while management keeps things on track. Project management consultants often do both. However, without expert planning, even skilled management can fall short.
Consultants use advanced scheduling techniques to map out realistic, achievable timelines. Through project planning consultancy, they:
This is a key part of the project planning process, especially for high-stakes projects with strict deadlines. With the support of experienced project management consultants, businesses can avoid overruns and stay accountable from start to finish.
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A fixed price for the project/work based on the work to be done. Model is suitable where all project inputs/specs/requirements are defined
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“The Compass consultant’s depth of knowledge was excellent. He thoroughly worked through the issues that I was experiencing. Communicated the issues, provided likely timeframes to resolve and met the timeframes nominated. Could not be happier with his level of professionalism and the service he offered.”
"We worked with Compass Consult as our Primavera P6 consultants. Girish and his team were able to prepare a proper plan with resources in the master schedule. Throughout, he referred to the contract documents thoroughly to make sure that all deliverables and coding specifications were taken into account. I admire their dedication towards the job they take on hand and would strongly recommend their programme management services for complex construction projects."
Circular Quay Tower (Salesforce Tower)
Client: Schneider Electric
Contract value: $1.5 Billion
Project Snapshot:
The Salesforce Tower is a skyscraper under construction in Circular Quay, Sydney, Australia. The building will be the city’s tallest office building at a height of 263.1 metres on its scheduled completion date of mid-2022. It is part of a A$5 billion redevelopment of the Circular Quay precinct, alongside the new buildings of Quay Quarter Tower, One Circular Quay, 56 Pitt Street, Sydney, 200 George Street, the terminus of the new CBD and South East Light Rail and redevelopment of the ferry wharves. The building is being constructed by Lendlease.
Software company Salesforce acquired naming rights to the tower in late 2019 and will occupy 24 levels of the building upon its completion.
Our Scope:
Primavera P6 Programme Consultancy Support for Scheider Electric. Includes Delay and Extension Of Time Claims.
Dupont
The client: DuPont is an American multinational chemical company first formed in 1802 by French-American chemist and industrialist Éleuthère Irénée du Pont de Nemours. The company played a major role in the development of Delaware and first arose as a major supplier of gunpowder.
The challenge
With a diverse and global network of research centers and manufacturing sites, DuPont has
a dedicated project controls team for each location that manages the entire project portfolio within their sites. Managing project data from different sites across the organization caused a challenge for reporting at an enterprise level causing delayed reporting, manual errors, and mismatches in key resource directories to name a few. It was time to move to a cloud-based solution that would provide a connected, holistic view of the enterprise project portfolio structure and position them for the next stage of growth.
The results
Working in partnership with Compass Consult to enhance their Primavera P6 capabilities
has ensured DuPont now have a centralized Project Controls system on the cloud, this
increases visibility across all site with real-time reporting and dashboard capabilities
while gaining increased efficiencies in resource management and accurately forecasts
project progress and funding requirements
Dupont
The client: DuPont is an American multinational chemical company first formed in 1802 by French-American chemist and industrialist Éleuthère Irénée du Pont de Nemours. The company played a major role in the development of Delaware and first arose as a major supplier of gunpowder.
The challenge
With a diverse and global network of research centers and manufacturing sites, DuPont has
a dedicated project controls team for each location that manages the entire project portfolio within their sites. Managing project data from different sites across the organization caused a challenge for reporting at an enterprise level causing delayed reporting, manual errors, and mismatches in key resource directories to name a few. It was time to move to a cloud-based solution that would provide a connected, holistic view of the enterprise project portfolio structure and position them for the next stage of growth.
Earned Value Management (EVM) is a structured methodology utilised in project management to evaluate a project's performance concerning cost, schedule, and scope. It involves comparing the planned value (budgeted cost of work scheduled) with the actual cost incurred and the value of work completed. Through this comparison, project managers can identify discrepancies from the project baseline and implement corrective measures when necessary.
EVM offers numerous advantages for construction projects, including enhanced project control and visibility, early detection of potential cost and schedule overruns, informed decision-making, improved communication and collaboration among stakeholders, and ultimately, higher project success rates.
Earned Value Management relies on three primary components:
There are various methods to calculate Earned Value (EV), depending on the project's nature and complexity. One common approach involves multiplying the percentage of work completed for a specific activity by its budgeted cost.
Discrepancies from the baseline (variations between Planned Value, Earned Value, and Actual Cost) can serve as indicators of potential project risks. Analysing these trends enables project managers to pinpoint areas where the project may deviate from its intended course and take proactive measures to mitigate associated risks.
EVM is not obligatory for all construction projects. However, it is a recommended practice for complex projects, especially those with substantial budgets or tight schedules. Government contracts may also stipulate specific EVM requirements.
Several project management software tools support EVM implementation. Primavera P6, as mentioned on our webpage, is one such example, enabling users to monitor and analyse EVM data effectively.
Various online resources and industry organisations offer detailed insights into EVM and its advantages for construction projects. Our website serves as a valuable starting point, alongside professional associations and project management communities. Feel free to explore these resources for a deeper understanding of EVM's benefits in construction project management.
The duration of our consultancy services can vary depending on the complexity of your organization's needs and the scope of the project. Our team will work closely with you to establish a realistic timeline and ensure the timely delivery of our recommendations and solutions.
Compass Consult's consultancy services stand out due to our deep industry experience, customized approach, and commitment to collaboration. We don't offer one-size-fits-all solutions; instead, we work closely with our clients to develop bespoke strategies that address their specific challenges and goals.
By partnering with Compass Consult, your organization can expect to experience a significant improvement in project planning and execution. Our expert consultants will work with you to identify bottlenecks, streamline workflows, and implement best practices that drive greater efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and successful project delivery.
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Compass Consult is a globally recognized project portfolio management service provider. Our team comprises experienced civil engineers, risk management experts, and project controllers with outstanding track records for delivering exceptional project planning, earned value management, cost control, and schedule control services.
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