Event
CII Global AWP+ Conference: Advancing Project Delivery – Decision Making in Action
Agenda
| Day/Date | Time (CT) | Journey Stage | Session | Overview |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, Nov. 18 | 1:30 - 2:30 PM | Foundations | AWP Fundamentals | A master class introducing the core principles of Advanced Work Packaging and how structured planning improves predictability and execution. Designed to align all participants on a strong foundational understanding. |
| Wednesday, Nov. 18 | 2:45 - 3:45 PM | Foundations | Digital Project Delivery | A master class exploring how digital tools, integrated data, and connected workflows enhance decision-making and streamline project delivery. Participants gain a clear view of the digital enablers shaping modern execution. |
| Wednesday, Nov. 18 | 4:00 - 5:00 PM | Foundations | Advanced Project Delivery | A master class focused on how AWP, Lean, and Project Portfolio Management (PPM) work together to elevate project performance. Emphasis is placed on real‑world decision points where these approaches integrate to drive measurable outcomes. |
| Wednesday, Nov. 18 | 5:30 - 8:30 PM | Community & Connection Moments | Welcome Connection Experience | What if the best way to kick off the conference is by sparking a moment that gets everyone aligned and energized from the start? |
| Thursday, Nov. 19 | 8:00 - 9:00 AM | Understanding the Challenge | Strategic Networking Breakfast | Early‑morning conversations designed to spark alignment, share priorities, and connect leaders driving next‑generation project delivery. |
| Thursday, Nov. 19 | 9:00 - 9:15 AM | Understanding the Challenge | Opening Vision & Welcome | A focused kick-off introducing the central theme: how the industry is defining where it needs to go through Performance Advancement Targets (PATs), and how better decisions—supported by the right enablers—help us move in that direction. |
| Thursday, Nov. 19 | 9:15 - 10:00 AM | Understanding the Challenge | Leadership Motivational Keynote | A motivating keynote highlighting what construction can learn from other industries—showing how disciplined decision making, coordinated teams, and clear leadership behaviors translate into predictable, high-performance outcomes across industries. |
| Thursday, Nov. 19 | 10:00 - 10:30 AM | Community & Connection Moments | Coffee & Connections - Morning Break | A relaxed moment to grab a coffee, meet someone new, and ease into the day before the next session. |
| Thursday, Nov. 19 | 10:30 - 11:00 AM | Understanding the Challenge | Strategic Spotlight | A forward‑looking keynote spotlight introducing CII’s Performance Advancement Targets and prompting the industry to reflect on the decisions, priorities, and shifts that will be required to reach them. A thought‑starter designed to spark dialogue, challenge assumptions, and set the stage for deeper conversations throughout the conference. |
| Thursday, Nov. 19 | 11:00 - 12:00 PM | Decisions in Action | Engineering, Project Controls & Supply Chain: Mini Case Studies in Decision-Making | A dynamic session where short real-world scenarios are presented, each one built around a clear decision point that naturally prompts the question: what would you do in this situation? Panelists then walk through the actual decision taken and unpack its cause-and-effect impact on project outcomes. Each case highlights a critical decision point—what was known at the time, what choice was made, and how that decision shaped the outcome. |
| Thursday, Nov. 19 | 11:10 - 12:00 PM | Decisions in Action | Breakout Sessions | Breakout sessions featuring handoff‑style interactive activities that help participants quickly align, focus on what matters most, and explore the enablers and practical actions required to improve performance and move toward defined targets. |
| Thursday, Nov. 19 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM | Decisions in Action | Power Lunch Break | A midday pause to refuel, reset, and recharge before diving into the afternoon sessions. |
| Thursday, Nov. 19 | 1:00 - 1:30 PM | Decisions in Action | Sponsors Session | A candid, light‑hearted session where sponsors reflect on what truly makes their investment in industry events worthwhile. Through open conversation, real‑world insights, and honest perspectives, this session explores how decisions, priorities, and participation translate into meaningful value—for sponsors, for the industry, and for the future of project delivery. |
| Thursday, Nov. 19 | 1:30 - 2:30 PM | Decisions in Action | Execution, Commissioning and Handover: Mini Case Studies in Decision-Making | A dynamic session where short real-world scenarios are presented, each one built around a clear decision point that naturally prompts the question: what would you do in this situation? Panelists then walk through the actual decision taken and unpack its cause-and-effect impact on project outcomes. Each case highlights a critical decision point—what was known at the time, what choice was made, and how that decision shaped the outcome. |
| Thursday, Nov. 19 | 2:30 - 3:00 PM | Community & Connection Moments | Coffee & Connections - Afternoon Break | A light pause to recharge, chat with peers, and reset your energy before heading into the next block of sessions. |
| Thursday, Nov. 19 | 3:00 - 4:30 PM | Decisions in Action | Fundamental Scope Blocks and Rapid Validation | A fast‑paced session featuring a case study on fundamental scope blocks and rapid validation, followed by an interactive panel exploring how AWP, Lean, and PPM come together to support better front‑end and execution decisions—improving alignment, schedule confidence, and overall readiness. |
| Thursday, Nov. 19 | 4:30 - 5:00 PM | Decisions in Action | The Differentiating Factor: Same AWP, Same Contracts, Four Different Outcomes | A compelling case study exploring four parallel projects that shared the same owner, EPCm, infrastructure, and AWP framework, yet achieved dramatically different outcomes. Participants are invited to examine the decisions, leadership behaviors, and application of Project Production Management (PPM) that influenced performance and shaped execution results. |
| Thursday, Nov. 19 | 5:00 - 5:15 PM | Community & Connection Moments | Day 1 Wrap-UP | A short close to capture the momentum from Day 1 and connect the themes that emerged throughout the sessions. A moment to pause before shifting into tonight’s gala, and to carry the energy forward into tomorrow’s next chapter. |
| Thursday, Nov. 19 | 9:00 - 5:30 PM | Community & Connection Moments | Innovation HUB | A space to explore the tools, services, and solutions that support our work. An opportunity to connect with partners, discover new capabilities, and see how their expertise contributes to stronger collaboration and more effective project delivery. |
| Thursday, Nov. 19 | 6:30 - 10:00 PM | Community & Connection Moments | AWP Awards & Social Gala | An evening dedicated to celebrating the people who make our work possible. A moment to recognize achievements, honor contributions, and come together as a community—because together we elevate our practice and advance project delivery in meaningful ways. |
| Friday, Nov. 20 | 8:00 - 9:00 AM | Community & Connection Moments | Strategic Networking Breakfast | Early‑morning conversations designed to spark alignment, share priorities, and connect leaders driving next‑generation project delivery. |
| Friday, Nov. 20 | 9:00 - 9:15 AM | Advancing Performance | Day 2 Kick-off & Alignment | A focused opening moment that helps participants realign, reset their energy, and get ready for the day’s collaborative work. |
| Friday, Nov. 20 | 9:15 - 10:15 AM | Advancing Performance | The Path Forward - Shark Tank Edition | A fast-moving, Shark Tank-style interactive talk where the most impactful insights from the conference are brought forward and tested. “Sharks” react to the key shifts surfaced across decision-making, technology enablers, and PATs—where key insights are debated and challenged, helping identify which decisions and priorities should shape the industry’s next steps. |
| Friday, Nov. 20 | 10:15 - 10:45 AM | Community & Connection Moments | Coffee & Connections - Morning Break | A relaxed moment to grab a coffee, meet someone new, and ease into the day before the next session. |
| Friday, Nov. 20 | 10:45 - 11:30 AM | Advancing Performance | Technology & Innovation Leadership Panel | A fast-paced conversation with technology leaders, field innovators, and digital builders showcasing how AI, smart tools, and real-world insights are transforming decision-making and elevating PATs-driven project performance. |
| Friday, Nov. 20 | 10:45 - 11:30 AM | Advancing Performance | Breakout Sessions | Breakout sessions featuring handoff‑style interactive activities that help participants quickly align, focus on what matters most, and explore smarter ways to approach challenges together. |
| Friday, Nov. 20 | 11:30 - 12:15 PM | Advancing Performance | Leadership & Technology Keynote | A motivating keynote exploring how emerging technologies and AI are changing not just tools—but the way decisions are made, enabling faster, more informed, and more aligned execution across projects. |
| Friday, Nov. 20 | 12:15 - 12:30 PM | Advancing Performance | Call to Action: Advancing Together | A collaborative close aligning participants around the key decisions, actions, and collaboration points required to continue advancing project delivery beyond the conference. Participants surface shared priorities and momentum points, opening the door to the ongoing communities and efforts that keep this work moving forward together. |
| Friday, Nov. 20 | 12:30 - 12:45 PM | Advancing Performance | Closing Remarks | A concise final message offering appreciation and essential end‑of‑event information. |
| Friday, Nov. 20 | 12:45 - 2:00 PM | Community & Connection Moments | Lunch | |
| Friday, Nov. 20 | 9:00 - 2:00 PM | Community & Connection Moments | Innovation Hub | A space to explore the tools, services, and solutions that support our work. An opportunity to connect with partners, discover new capabilities, and see how their expertise contributes to stronger collaboration and more effective project delivery. |