Pathfinder offers independent project management consulting and training worldwide for a variety of industry sectors. For nearly half a century we have assured our clients’ business success through innovative project management solutions. Our services cover all aspects of project planning and execution, from strategic planning to start-up, from concept to production. At Pathfinder, our people make all the difference. Our staff is recognized as experts in all facets of project planning. Most have more than 25 years of project management experience. With hands-on involvement in over 5,500 Process Industry project assignments valued at over $900B of capital investment for over 500 clients on 6 continents, Pathfinder’s ability to enhance your capital investment project performance is unsurpassed in the industry. Project management and related project support services are similar across all industries. But we understand the nuances and fully appreciate the fine details of executing projects within a variety of sectors, including oil and gas; chemical; food and beverage; power; mining and more. Our experience in so many industries allows us to tailor our consulting and training to your specific issues and constraints. We take pride in our reputation at Pathfinder. We believe in providing unbiased project observations and recommendations without any encumbered agendas. We base our success on our clients’ positive feedback, which is reflected in the fact that 80 percent of our clients are repeat customers on a yearly basis.
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11 Allison Drive
Cherry Hill, NJ 08003, US
Suite 477-918
16 Ave.NW
Calgary, Alberta T2MOK3, CA
3663 N Sam Houston Pkwy E
Houston, Texas 77032, US
Looking forward to a great discussion on Wednesday!
When teams lose track of their roles, communication stalls, and productivity declines, the entire project suffers. On October 30, AECOM’s Aidhean Camson, Pathfinder LLC’s Stephen Cabano, and InEight’s Ryan Kerschen unpack how having a strong accountability strategy benefits everything from productivity to profitability. Register today: https://lnkd.in/evNFQ9wx
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Upcoming Webinar Alert! Are you facing challenges in maintaining accountability and efficiency in your capital construction projects? Don’t miss our upcoming webinar, "Everyone Plays a Role: Ensuring Accountability in Delivering Project Excellence", on October 30 at 2:00 PM ET. Our expert panel will dive into strategies to manage productivity loss, cost overruns, and communication breakdowns, all while highlighting the importance of accountability throughout the project lifecycle. Get insights from Ryan Kerschen, Stephen Cabano, and Aidhean Camson as they share real-world examples and solutions. 🔗 Register Now: https://bit.ly/4eTnroG
Our advisors are second to none. Ali Jalloul was recently highlighted in one of our client's newsletters for his skills and leadership qualities. Pathfinder is available on-call to fill any gaps you might have in your domestic and international Project Management/Project Engineering teams. These senior-level resources are utilized to fill any owner-team position deficiencies and are not intended to play the role of the Engineering and/or Contractor. If you need project resources in any of the following disciplines, please place your request on our website https://lnkd.in/dzHp-CqW
Tomorrow 11:00am Eastern!!
Who really owns the responsibility for Project Controls in today’s complex project environment— the owner or the contractor? With the shift towards outsourcing and contractors taking on more planning and execution roles, the answer isn’t always clear. Some argue that once a contractor is hired, they should take the reins, while others believe that ownership of project controls should always stay with the owner. This pivotal shift in the industry calls for a deeper understanding of who truly holds responsibility for project oversight. Some argue that once a contractor is hired, they should manage project controls as part of their contract. Others maintain that despite outsourcing, ultimate control and accountability should remain with the owner. This is where our upcoming FREE masterclass steps in. Join Stephen Cabano, a seasoned expert with over 30 years of experience across both owner and contractor roles, for a 90-minute deep dive into how different contracting strategies shape project control responsibilities. Alongside him, Shohreh Ghorbani from Project Control Academy will guide the session, ensuring you leave with clear, actionable insights. Discover how contracting approaches impact oversight, what trends are redefining roles, and how to strike the perfect balance between managing and verifying project controls. This is your opportunity to gain clarity, improve collaboration, and elevate your owner-contractor partnerships. 🔒 Register Now: https://lnkd.in/gTTZ6Pa5 Join us on the 19th September at 10 am CT and unlock the expertise needed to navigate the evolving project controls landscape! #projectcontrolswebinar, #projectcontrolstraining, #projectcontrols, #owner, #contractor, #contracts, #projectcontrolacademy, #ProjectManagement
Pathfinder's Steve Cabano is looking forward to a great discussion next week.
Are you working for an owner organization or contractor and wondering who truly holds responsibility for Project Controls—the owner or the contractor? As more owner organizations rely on contractors for front-end planning and execution due to reduced internal bandwidth, this question has never been more critical. Some believe that project controls is within the responsibility of the contractor and others think vice versa and is of the opinion that the project controls function remains a fundamental responsibility of the owner. Join us for a 90-minute masterclass with Stephen Cabano, a project management expert with over 30 years of experience in both owner and contractor roles, from Pathfinder LLC, to explore this pivotal topic. Together with Shohreh Ghorbani from Project Control Academy, we will address how contracting approaches impact Project Control responsibilities and provide actionable insights for balancing execution and oversight. By attending this free session, you will: 👉 Understand the full scope of Project Controls and its shifting dynamics. 👉 Learn how trends in contracting influence Project Control roles. 👉 Explore various Project Control models used by owners for success. 👉 Examine the critical differences between performing the work and verifying it. 📅 Save the Date: September 19, 2024, at 10:00 am CT 🔒 Register Now: https://lnkd.in/gTTZ6Pa5 Strengthen your role, build better owner-contractor partnerships, and adapt to evolving industry standards. This is your opportunity to gain clarity on a fundamental aspect of modern project management. See you at the masterclass! #projectcontrolswebinar, #projectcontrolstraining, #projectcontrols, #owner, #contractor, #contracts, #projectcontrolacademy, #ProjectManagement
💥 The front end of a project is so important to its success 💥 We often see clients try to rush through FEL thinking that is the way to shorten their schedule which is a fallacy. This chart shows the difference a well-defined project can make. As good as your Execution may be, you can’t execute your way out of a poorly defined project!
Cost estimating accuracy is dependent on several factors: 1️⃣ The Scope Definition (both technical and execution) 2️⃣ Estimating Methodology and Quality of the Estimating Database 3️⃣ Risk Assessment Your estimate will only be as good as the lowest common denominator. If you perform a very detailed level estimate on a poorly defined scope, you should not classify it at a higher level than the scope (both technical and execution) warrants. It’s recommended to hire an impartial third-party to assist with estimating your project, verifying the accuracy of your estimates, and creating contingency plans based on potential risks.
We’re proud to announce that Stacie Wrobbel has been elected to the Board of Advisors for The ECC Association. Congratulations, Stacie! 🎉 Stacie has over 30 years of hands-on project planning and execution experience covering downstream, midstream and upstream activities in the oil and gas industry. Stacie has an impeccable knowledge of the industry, dedication to diversity and inclusion, knowledge and experience of industry trends and new technologies and she's quite knowledgeable on recent research conducted by the Construction Industry Institute and other industries and society organizations. 👉 Connect with Stacie Wrobbel
Wrapping up several fantastic days at the Construction Industry Institute Annual Conference. Proud to sponsor such an informative and innovative organization. #CIIAC24 Stephen Cabano Paul Williams Christine McIntyre