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Is Emeritus Certification For You?

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For credentialed professionals nearing or having entered retirement, it might seem like a good time to give up the credentials you have worked so hard to maintain rather than worry about earning CEUs or retaking the exam to keep them. However, that AACE credential may have become part of your identity and, therefore, not so easy to abandon. For those of you who are nearing the end of your career or already in retirement, there may be an alternative to recertifying that will allow you to maintain your certificate…

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New Member Profile: Lee Vandevort

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My name is Lee Vandevort, and I was born in Sacramento, CA. I am a sixth-generation native Californian. I attended high school in Auburn, NE, and then USC for architecture and civil engineering. I work at Construction Claims International where I provide dispute finance to large contractors involved with public works projects. What I love most about my job is helping cash-strapped companies with their cash flow to finish jobs…

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New Recommended Practice 131R-23: Introduction to Fault Tree Analysis for Projects

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This document is intended to provide a guideline, not a standard, for using fault tree analysis (FTA) to improve the quality of the outputs of the project or product by providing a comprehensive and systematic way to identify, assess, and prioritize risks. FTA enhances a decision-maker’s understanding of the complex relationships regarding potential risks or failure points that should be addressed to improve or optimize project outcomes…

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In Memoriam, October 2024

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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Pegasus-Global Holdings’ Co-Founder and Co-Chair. Dr. Patricia Galloway, who passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, September 26, 2024, in the company of family and beloved friends. She lost her courageous battle with pancreatic cancer…

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A Professional Pathway and Embracing Core Values: An Interview with Jessica Edwards Project Controls Specialist for Brindley Engineering Corporation

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I began working in the oil and gas industry using SAP in purchasing and procurement. This eventually led to a role in sales and marketing. Married life took my family from Wyoming to Illinois, where I began working as a transportation dispatcher. It became apparent that the department needed support with backlogs in the mechanical garage and transportation sectors. As a result, I was able to employ my previous SAP experience to broaden my understanding of safety, security, health, and environmental concerns within the industry…

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Technical Board Spotlight

Part 5 – Six Elements of Project Controls – Proof of Value

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This article continues the series on the Six Elements of Project Controls. Past articles included the basics of the six elements of project controls, the effect of quality, the maturity required, defined competencies, and the level of effort. Today’s article discusses the value of introducing and managing the six elements of project controls within your organization. The six elements include the following…

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AACE International Synchrony Projects and Pakistan Petroleum Limited (PPL) Journey Toward Excellence in Cost Engineering

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In an era marked by rapid industrial transformation and increasing diversity in corporate ecosystems, Synchrony Projects, as an Approved Education Provider (AEP) for AACE International, has exemplified the potential of strategic educational collaborations…

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Meet Women in Project Controls Chair: Stephanie Kers

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Hello AACE Members! I’m Stephanie Kers, and I am deeply honored and excited to be stepping into the role of Chair of the Women in Project Controls (WPC) Committee! On behalf of the committee, I extend our gratitude and appreciation to Tracy Leung, outgoing chair, who has been an incredible leader for our committee over the past two years. Tracy’s enthusiasm and guidance have united an amazing group of diverse, international, and dedicated AACE professional women and allies. I look forward to continuing to work together to further our vision and continue to grow all aspects of our WPC community! Let me start by telling you a bit about myself and my path into project controls…

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Certification News

So You Want to Be an Expert Witness?

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One of the major hurdles in being selected to testify as an expert witness is obtaining your first assignment, as clients and their legal counsel generally want to have a proven and experienced individual in their corner, leaving little room for first-time testifying experts. This paper discusses one of AACE International Certification Institute’s (“Institute”) expert-level certifications, the Certified Forensic Claims Consultant (CFCC), and how this certification was designed to help overcome the lack of testifying experience for otherwise exceptionally well-credentialed claims experts…

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