Project Management Office (PMO)
In today's complex capital project landscape, success demands more than technical knowledge. It requires sophisticated project management office (PMO) services that deliver predictable outcomes and lasting organizational capabilities.
Why a PMO Matters
In an environment where every dollar and day counts, our PMO services are essential for navigating the challenges of capital investments. By combining deep industry experience with cutting-edge digital solutions and proven methodologies, we help see that each project — from energy assets and industrial facilities to infrastructure — meets its strategic goals efficiently. This comprehensive approach not only drives immediate value but also builds robust, long-term capabilities across your entire project portfolio.
The Burns & McDonnell Advantage
We partner closely with our clients to implement practical solutions that turn recommendations into results. Our team brings an integrated suite of services — from governance consulting and front-end development to risk management and quality assurance — designed to streamline processes and optimize project performance. With a focus on measurable outcomes, we leverage advanced project management systems and tailored methodologies that maintain consistency, control and success at every stage of the project life cycle. Ultimately, our commitment is to empower your organization with the knowledge and tools needed to achieve excellence in every capital investment.
Project Delivery
PMO services can help provide much-needed support from start to finish.
- Program/project readiness assessment. Evaluation of the organization, processes and tools across all departments involved in all phases of projects, from development to commissioning.
- Front-end development services. Multidiscipline support from preliminary engineering to environmental, permitting, siting, land acquisition and stakeholder engagement.
- Contract strategy and procurement support. Development of contracting strategies, bid package preparation and contractor qualification/selection, as well as establishment of procurement procedures.
- Program controls and performance management. Development and execution of integrated cost, schedule, earned value management, progress tracking and performance metrics.
- Program management information systems. Implementation of advanced construction management platforms, building information modeling coordination and integrated project management systems.
- Construction management. Support for bidding processes, constructability, and field monitoring and reporting.
- Program integration and interface management. Coordination of multiple stakeholders, contractors and disciplines throughout the project life cycle.
- Change management and document control. Implementation of change control processes, including impact assessment procedures, approval workflows and documentation systems.
The PMO team’s guidance can help advise and guide projects toward optimal outcomes.
- Estimating consulting. Assistance evaluating and establishing your estimating processes and tools.
- Program/project governance consulting. Implementation of standardized processes, tools and controls to manage multiple capital projects efficiently.
- Quality management consulting. Implementation of comprehensive quality assurance and control programs, including inspection plans, testing protocols and documentation systems.
- Risk management and mitigation consulting. Development of risk identification frameworks, assessment methodologies and mitigation strategies.
- Knowledge management and lessons learned. Development of processes and systems to capture, analyze and apply project learnings across the portfolio.
