Establishing a Continuous Excellence Team for a Global Oil & Gas Company

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Background & Challenges

A global oil & gas company required a structured governance model for its project management division, which oversaw $3B–$4B in annual capital investments. The department included 300+ employees, ranging from project engineers and designers to support staff.

Key challenges included:

  • Lack of structured governance – No formalized framework for overseeing multiple projects.
  • Limited performance tracking – Inconsistent oversight led to inefficiencies and cost overruns.
  • Stakeholder misalignment – Project teams operated in silos, reducing collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Strategic Approach

  • Established a Continuous Excellence Team (CET) to drive performance optimization and process improvements.
  • Developed structured governance models for project monitoring, risk assessment, and execution strategy alignment.
  • Implemented professional development initiatives, enhancing employee competence, engagement, and career growth.

Key Outcomes & Results

  • Optimized project execution through improved governance and performance tracking.
  • Recognized by company leadership for driving operational excellence.
  • Created a scalable, repeatable model for continuous improvement in future projects.
Scale:
$3B+ Yearly Capital Investments
Impact:
Governance & Operational Excellence
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