We are committed to continuous improvement, and the Innovations Zone serves as an incubator for bold, new ideas in project controls. It provides a space for professionals across the field to openly discuss and share innovative concepts for managing projects, fostering fresh approaches and new ways of thinking. Through this collaborative exchange, 'best practices' emerge and ideas are refined. Crucially, the Innovations Zone is dedicated to being a sales-free space, where no promotional content or sales pitches are allowed. The focus is purely on knowledge-sharing and professional growth, ensuring that participants can engage meaningfully with the ideas presented.

The Contract & Commercial Management Zone focuses on the critical role of contracts, procurement, and commercial strategies in project success. This zone will explore best practices for managing contract lifecycles, optimizing procurement, mitigating claims and disputes, and navigating change management. Attendees will gain insights into collaborative contract models (e.g., NEC, FIDIC), risk allocation, and leveraging digital tools like AI and analytics to enhance contract performance. Through expert-led discussions and real-world case studies, this zone will equip professionals with practical strategies to reduce commercial risks, foster collaboration, and drive value across projects. Key areas of focus includes - Contract Lifecycle Management, Procurement Strategies, Claims & Dispute Resolution, Change Management, Collaborative Contracts and Digital Transformation.

We define Megaprojects as large-scale, complex ventures with budgets over $1 billion, taking years to develop but having lasting impacts on the economy, environment, and society, affecting millions of people. In this session, you’ll learn how to apply sound governance and tackle the unique challenges of megaprojects while protecting the substantial investments they represent. The focus will be purely educational, with no sales pitches or promotional content, providing practical strategies and best practices that you can immediately apply to your own work.

The Masterclass Zone offers a unique and valuable opportunity for individuals looking to deepen their understanding of project controls. This specialized event serves as a platform to explore and engage with both the theoretical foundations and practical applications of project controls, allowing participants to develop a well-rounded skill set. These sessions are designed to not only build your knowledge but also enhance your technical abilities, empowering you to tackle complex project control challenges with confidence and precision. Importantly, the focus of each session will remain strictly educational, ensuring that no sales pitches or promotional content are included. Whether you are an emerging professional or a seasoned practitioner, the Masterclass Zone will provide insights and strategies that can be immediately applied to your work, ensuring a lasting impact on your career development.

PCE is fully embracing digital ways of working in construction: The use of technological innovations such as BIM, robotics, virtual and augmented reality and modular/offsite construction, enables building digitally before building on site so as to be mindful of climate.
The Smart Construction Zone will discuss the various tools, technologies, and contracts involved in the generation and management of digital representations of physical and functional characteristics of places through discussing their application on real-life projects and/or the latest advancements

The Owners & End-Users Zone focuses on the real-world application of project controls by project owners, end-users, and government representatives. This zone will highlight practical insights, challenges, and strategies from those who oversee and deliver large-scale projects, offering a deeper understanding of how project controls optimize decision-making, improve supply chain resilience, and drive project success. Through case studies, discussions, and interactive sessions, this zone aims to bridge the gap between theory and practice, delivering actionable takeaways for the project controls community.