Practice groups

Industry practicePractice group

Plant and equipment engineering

Managing complex project-based business in a profitable and sustainable manner.

Areas of expertise

Project-based businessEngineeringInternationalisationAutomationSustainabilityDelivery capacityProject profitability

Let’s discuss your situation.

In a confidential initial conversation, we identify the experience your project needs.

The plant and equipment engineering sector is characterised by complex projects, international competition and a high degree of engineering. Rising costs, a shortage of skilled workers, digitalisation, and demands for automation and sustainability are putting companies under pressure to change. Quality, delivery reliability and project profitability must be reliably guaranteed.

Typical situations

When this practice group can help

  • Projects are delivered on time, but do not achieve the projected margin.
  • Engineering costs and cost overruns are spiralling out of control.
  • Skills shortages and supply bottlenecks are jeopardising agreed deadlines.
  • Automation and sustainability require investments whose benefits are unclear.

How we work

  1. 1

    Scrutinising the project business

    We ensure transparency regarding cost calculations, project progress, engineering effort and delivery capacity.

  2. 2

    Improving governance

    Costing, project monitoring and responsibilities are organised in such a way that deviations become apparent at an early stage.

  3. 3

    Secure the result

    We provide operational support for critical projects and embed the improved management framework within the organisation.

Frequently asked questions

Plant and equipment engineering: your questions answered

How do you put together the team for this practice group?

Based on the specific circumstances. The sector, type of project and leadership role determine what experience is required; you will discuss the details directly with our managing partners.

Do you focus on individual projects or on the organisation as a whole?

Both are possible. Work often begins with critical projects and leads from there to costing, management and organisation.

Managing partner

For this practice group, we assemble a team to match your situation, objectives and leadership needs. Contact our managing partners directly.