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What our delegates and partners think
Axiom at Project Controls Expo USA 2026! We’re proud to share that Axiom was represented at Project Controls Expo USA 2026, held in Washington, D.C., from October 5–7, by our COO, Metin Keles, and Jordan Fette, PMP. The event brought together project controls professionals, industry leaders, contractors, consultants, and agencies from around the world to exchange ideas, share experiences, and explore the future of our industry. From insightful technical presentations and lessons learned on complex infrastructure programs to emerging technologies and AI-driven solutions, the discussions highlighted both the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of project controls.
Axiom Consulting and Project Management LLCProject controls should help us act while meaningful options remain I attended Project Controls Expo USA at Nationals Park, Washington, DC, during the October 5–7 event. The program connected technical practice with the people, systems and judgment needed to deliver complex projects. Thank you to Anil Godhawale, IEng, CCP, PSP and the Project Controls Expo USA team for an excellent forum, and to the exhibitors, sponsors and volunteers who supported it.
Tarek El-Sewafy, M.Sc., MBA, P.Eng., PMP, Commercial & Contracts Professional | Claims & Quantum Expert
Honored to have been a part of this experienced panel and share industry insights!
Ferras H., Deputy Chief - Capital Support (Project Controls)
It was a pleasure joining the Owner’s Panel at Project Controls Expo USA alongside leaders from transportation, rail, and national security.
As owners, we’re the ones who live with the outcome long after a project closes out. It was valuable to compare how each of our agencies manages the pressure and trade-offs of delivering critical infrastructure, and to hear how much of the challenge we share across sectors.
Mojgan Yousefkhan, Program Controls Manager, PE, MS, EVP
It was a great conversation about the real challenges of delivering projects, balancing competing priorities, and finding ways to improve outcomes. Always valuable to hear different perspectives from across transportation, rail, water, and public infrastructure. Thank you to the organizers and fellow panelists for an engaging discussion. Looking forward to continuing these conversations and learning from others in the industry.
Muhammad Khan, P.E., PMI-SP, Sr. Project Controls Professional, Virginia Department of Transportation
It was a privilege to be part of this exchange and contribute to the Project Controls community.
Great conversations, thoughtful perspectives, and an important dialogue on the future of AI governance and project controls.
Thank you to the Project Controls Expo USA team and everyone who joined the conversation. Looking forward to what’s next.
Siavosh Honari, Accelerate Smart Growth
Wow! What a great event you have put together. Thanks for letting me speak and thanks to those who came along to hear from me.
David Youell, Associate Director
Had a great time presenting today! With a construction-heavy audience, I especially enjoyed turning the presentation into a conversation - comparing how our industries approach scheduling, where we differ, and where we have a lot more in common than we might think. Lots to learn from each other. Thanks to everyone that shared their perspective and helped bring the discussion to life!
Lisa Hastings, Director, Program Process & Services at General Atomics
Great to be at Project Controls Expo this week! Always a highlight reconnecting with colleagues I’ve known for years — and just as rewarding meeting new faces in the industry. Looking forward to staying connected!
Tonja Stradley, PMP, North America / South America Technical Lead - Cost, Mott MacDonald
DM Enterprises Project Controls Team had a great interaction with the experts in the region at the Project Controls Expo USA. This year the sessions were very interactive with lots of innovative ideas. The Team was able to share their implementation expertise with multiple clients. Looking forward for next Years Bright Ideas.
DM Enterprises
Last week at the Project Controls Expo USA! Grateful for the opportunity to learn so much about the role of project controls in infrastructure projects and meet so many knowledgeable and wonderful professionals and colleagues in this industry.
Chantal Nunez Nunez, Project Controls Specialist at Amtrak
More than 800 senior leaders and industry professionals gathered this week at Nationals Park in Washington, D.C., for the Project Controls Expo USA, the premier annual forum dedicated exclusively to the evolving discipline of Project Controls. The conference brought together industry practitioners, agency executives, cost engineers, and Earned Value Management specialists to explore advanced methodologies, real-world case studies, and proven frameworks designed to improve delivery performance across some of America’s most complex capital programs.
K2, Inc.
Great experience attending the Project Controls Expo USA in Washington, D.C.! It was wonderful connecting with project controls professionals, exchanging knowledge, meeting Anil Godhawale, IEng, CCP, PSP, the founder of Project Controls Expo, and catching up with fellow University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign alumni. As someone working on Digital Transformation solutions at TYLin for rail and transit projects, it was exciting to see the latest technological advancements shaping the future of project controls. Grateful for the insights, conversations, and connections!
Rahul Netha Vallakeerthi, CAPM, Project Controls Data, Systems & Analytics at TYLin
I had the privilege of speaking on The Innovation in project management at the Project Controls Expo USA 2026. Beyond the stage, it was a fantastic opportunity to meet and exchange ideas with some of the leading experts in the project controls field. Those conversations — whether in the hallway, over coffee, or during the networking sessions — were just as valuable as the presentations themselves. Thank you to the organizers for bringing this community together, and to everyone who attended my session, asked thoughtful questions, and shared their own experiences. I’m walking away with new perspectives and stronger connections.
Marwan AbuEbeid, Ph.D., Transforming Businesses via Digital Transformation, Blockchain & IoT
I was fortunate to be part of Project Controls Expo USA this year with my incredible team at ProjectTeam, Inc. And, as luck would have it, it took place at Nationals Park. Getting to experience a side of Nats Park I’d never seen before, connect with others in the project controls community, and attend some informative sessions made for a memorable expo.
Eduardo P., Strategy & Operations Marketing Manager, ProjectTeam, Inc.
“Automating ambiguity.”
That was the line I brought home from Project Controls Expo USA in Washington D.C this week. It came from Wes Beaumont during an excellent session hosted by the Mace Consult team, with James Fewtrell and Michele Johnson.
Edward Curbison, New Markets Director at Aphex
Together with the project controls team from Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe, we took part in Project Controls Expo USA 2026. The event was a valuable opportunity to exchange experience with professionals responsible for delivering some of the most complex projects worldwide. We had the chance to compare approaches, discuss common challenges, and learn from practices proven in large-scale infrastructure and energy programs. For a team supporting the delivery of Poland’s nuclear energy program, access to international expertise in cost, schedule, and risk management is of real importance. Insights gathered during the expo will support our work as the program moves forward. Thank you to the organizers and to everyone we met for open and insightful discussions.
Adam Osiński, Program and Project Portfolio Management, Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe
Thank you to everyone who connected with us at Project Controls Expo USA! From our speaking session to conversations at the booth, we loved discussing how organizations are moving from static EVM reporting into live, interactive portfolio decision-making.
Lumivero
A quick thank you to Anil Godhawale, IEng, CCP, PSP and his team at Project Controls Expo USA for putting together another great event in DC this week. And to my friends Matthew Parks and Hugh Seaton for joining me to share their experience and wisdom. These PCE events are really helpful, especially for those of us at the intersection of construction and technology. I recommend that you put this event on your calendar for next year at the Gaylord Hotels National Harbor. And check out their new PCE Meet events. You can find it all at projectcontrolexpo.com/usa
Nicholas Johnson, Helping the construction industry innovate
It wouldn’t be October without two trade shows in one week! Always great to be back in the nation’s capital, especially when we get to spend a few days at Nationals Park for Project Controls Expo USA! From great conversations at the booth to catching up with industry peers over dinner, it was another great opportunity to connect, share ideas, and spend time with the project controls community. A big thank you to everyone who stopped by to see the SmartPM team and to PC Expo for another great event! Until next time, DC!
SmartPM Technologies, Inc.
Over 20 years ago, I helped my Mom Ann Wakelin run her booth at a vending trade show in Winnipeg. Last week at the Project Controls Expo USA I got to talk P6 Training (and movies!) while manning our Plan Academy Inc. booth. Have a lot of people to catch up with already!
Evan Wakelin, Sales Manager at Plan Academy
A lot of great takeaways from the Owner’s Checklist panel during Project Controls Expo USA.
ProjectTeam, Inc.
That’s a wrap on Project Controls Expo USA! As the headline sponsor, we were proud to be part of the conversation shaping the future of project controls.
Contruent
A great way to wrap up Project Controls Expo USA! One of the highlights of the final day was reconnecting with Tom Polen after two years. I’ve known Tom since 2023, and it was great to attend his session and catch up after 2 long years. He’s someone I’ve always respected in the risk management space, and his session was excellent. We finished the Expo with a great evening at the Cambria Hotel. Drinks, dinner, live music, beautiful views of Washington, D.C., and some great conversations with ALVIN and others from the project controls community. A fitting end to a fantastic few days. Great people, great conversations, and plenty of memories. Until next time!
Girish Bhatia, Founder & CEO
Great experience at Project Controls Expo USA! A valuable opportunity to learn from industry leaders, connect with new leaders in Project Controls, and strengthen relationships with trusted partners. Always great to exchange ideas, share best practices, and bring new insights back to our teams and clients.
Paula Buckley-Rokosny, Project Controls - VP, Area Practice Leader at Project Farma (PF)
Proud to join Asma Taybani Lala, Carl Smith Jr., and OMKAR KADAM in representing Turner & Townsend as a Silver Sponsor at the 2026 Project Controls Expo USA! It’s a great opportunity to connect with colleagues across the industry, share ideas, and discuss how strong project controls can bring greater clarity, confidence, and better outcomes to complex projects.
Dathan Beasley, Director, Turner & Townsend
Michael Christie and Chase Onorati are representing Primaxis at the Project Controls Expo USA in Washington DC. A good opportunity to connect with fellow project controls professionals, exchange ideas, and stay close to the latest developments across planning, scheduling, cost, risk, and project delivery.
Primaxis
Enjoyed delivering the IP2M METRR workshop at Project Controls Expo USA (PCE) in Washington, DC! Together with 30 subject matter experts, we explored how integrated management and organizational environment interact to shape project performance. Thanks to PCE for the invitation! It was energizing to exchange ideas and connect with longtime colleagues and friends — and meet new ones.
David Grau, Sundt Construction Professor at Arizona State University
Great couple of days at Project Controls Expo USA in Washington, DC! I especially enjoyed joining an incredible group of industry colleagues for a panel discussion on “What Your Schedule Isn’t Telling You”, sharing perspectives on what we can learn beyond the data and how strong project controls can help drive better project outcomes. Beyond the panel, it was great connecting with the broader project controls community, exchanging ideas, and spending time with many of my Arcadis colleagues who were also presenting on a variety of risk topics.
Victoria Palek, PMP, LEED AP, Vice President at Arcadis
I can’t express how much I miss these incredible and vibrant vibes! There is nothing quite like the energy of the first day at Project Controls Expo USA 2026 at Nationals Park. The seamless exchange of knowledge, the dynamic interaction with fellow professionals, and the genuine enjoyment of every single detail make this event truly unmatched. To everyone attending this year: absorb every insight, network passionately, and make the absolute most of this valuable experience. Enjoy every moment!
Hatem Elbanna, Consultant Engineer, PMP, IPMA, TQM, CLAC, LEED Green Associate
I recently had the opportunity to attend Project Controls Expo USA 2026 in Washington, DC, and it was a truly valuable learning experience that brought together project controls professionals, industry subject matter experts, and leaders from diverse sectors, organizations, and countries. The conference offered great insights into several key areas of project controls, including Earned Value Management (EVM), Cost Engineering, Scheduling, Risk Management, and the growing role of AI and digital innovation in project controls. It was particularly interesting to learn how AI can be applied in practical ways to various areas of project controls and project management. One of the highlights was meeting and exchanging thoughts with professionals from different industries. Listening to their experiences and perspectives made the event even more worthwhile. Thanks for providing this opportunity Tola Ladipo and Emmanuel Ojo, PhD, PMP. I truly appreciate the opportunity and chance to continue learning and growing professionally. It was a great experience connecting with the project controls community in an environment focused on sharing knowledge, learning from one another, and growing together.
Umang Parikh, PMP®, Project Controls Coordinator at Aecon Group Inc.
As always, I’m passionate about participating in events like this — opportunities for learning, professional development, networking, and exchanging ideas. It’s truly rewarding to contribute to the facilitation of such an inspiring event and to be part of a community committed to sharing knowledge, collaboration, and continuous growth.
Rahila Azimi, Project Manager, Women Empowerment Advocate, Team Leader
