Project Management for the Energy Professionals

Introduction

As we face new and unprecedented challenges in the 21st century, the demand for energy continues to increase unabated. However, the nature of that energy demand is changing, and continues to change almost as fast as it is increasing.

Along with the changing nature of energy demand, the management of energy projects has also had to change. Energy projects need to be delivered faster, safer, and more efficiently than ever before. This GLOMACS Project Management for the Energy Professionals training course focuses on how to exploit both traditional and new project management practices in the energy industry.

Objectives

By the end of this Project Management for the Energy Professionals training course, participants will have learned how to:

• Identify the core components of projects in the energy industry
• Develop effective execution strategies applicable to energy projects
• Monitor and control project progress using proven control methods
• Identify, analyse and control risks that threaten to disrupt energy projects
• Deliver energy projects with design integrity assurance
• Satisfy project stakeholders while managing their expectations

Training Methodology

This Project Management for the Energy Professionals training course will ensure that participants will receive a thorough training on the subjects covered by the outline with the instructor utilising a variety of proven adult learning teaching and facilitation techniques. This training course will incorporate both theory and skill training components, applying hands-on exercises, facilitation of group discussions, practical case studies and real-life examples.

Organisational Impact

The organisation will benefit by:

• Acquiring new tools and techniques for managing energy projects
• Improving project delivery efficiencies and safety records
• Increasing the project management skill sets of their employees
• Minimising negative corporate risk impacts through effective project risk management
• Creating assurance and building rapport with stakeholders
• Attracting new business and improving their reputation with existing clients

Personal Impact

From this Project Management for the Energy Professionals training course, participants will develop additional and valuable skills through:

• Learning how to plan and develop effective project delivery strategies
• Understanding the importance of context and environment in energy projects
• Developing their project estimating and scheduling skills
• Refining their project monitoring and control techniques
• Understanding how to effectively identify, analyse, and control project risks
• Perfecting their project leadership and team management skills