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PTAG at the 2026 ECC PerspECCtives Conference

August 31, 2026/in AWP, Conference, Project Management/by Elnaz Khaleghi

PTAG is proud to be a Premier Sponsor of this year’s ECC PerspECCtives Conference, taking place September 9 to 11 at the JW Marriott in Austin, Texas.

Jay Moser, Philip Whelan, Michael McBean, Chris Deidun, and Michael Dubreuil will be representing PTAG at the conference.

ECC brings together owners, EPC organizations, and industry leaders to address the execution challenges shaping major capital programs. For PTAG, those discussions closely connect with two areas central to our project delivery approach: Advanced Work Packaging and Advanced Project Delivery.

As projects become larger and more complex, AWP and APD can help improve alignment across engineering, procurement, construction, and project controls, while creating greater visibility into execution readiness and risk.

PTAG looks forward to exchanging perspectives on how these approaches are evolving and how they can support more predictable capital project delivery.

If you are attending ECC PerspECCtives, connect with the PTAG team in Austin.

PTAG at NECX 2026: Strengthening Project Delivery for New Nuclear

August 20, 2026/in Benchmarking, Construction Management, Events, Nuclear, Project Controls, Project Management/by Elnaz Khaleghi

PTAG will be represented by Michael McBean at the Nuclear Energy Conference & Expo, August 24-27 in Dallas.

NECX brings together utilities, reactor developers, suppliers, and regulators to address the deployment and investment challenges shaping new nuclear builds. One issue stands out: how do owners manage cost, schedule, and construction performance when there is no fifth or sixth unit to benchmark against?

For first-of-a-kind and early fleet projects, strong project controls, construction management, and PMIS integration become even more critical. Owners need reliable baselines, clear visibility into field performance, disciplined change control, and integrated project data that supports timely decisions.

The goal is not simply better reporting. It is creating a project delivery environment where emerging risks, trends, and constraints can be identified early and managed with confidence.

Michael will be at NECX discussing how these disciplines need to adapt to the unique pressures of new nuclear projects and how the foundations established on early units can support more repeatable performance across future deployments.

If you are attending NECX, look for Michael McBean on the conference floor and connect with them.

PTAG Supports the 2026 Bruce Power Project Management Division Golf Tournament

August 13, 2026/in CSR, Events, Nuclear, Project Management/by Elnaz Khaleghi

PTAG is proud to support the 2026 Bruce Power Project Management Division Golf Tournament, held on August 19 at Blackhorse Golf and Country in Kincardine, Ontario.

Representing PTAG on the course were Kevin Murphy, Andrew Grant, and Chris Deidun, joining industry colleagues for a day that brought together community, collaboration, and a meaningful cause.

PTAG was pleased to sponsor the annual tournament in support of Habitat for Humanity Grey Bruce, with 100% of proceeds helping advance affordable housing initiatives across Grey and Bruce counties.

Bruce Power has supported Habitat Grey Bruce since 2002, and PTAG is glad to continue standing alongside organizations that are making a tangible difference in the communities where we live and work.

We are proud to have been part of another successful event and to support a cause that helps build stronger communities across the region.

PTAG Advisor Akira Tokuhiro Featured on Unpacking Japan

July 27, 2026/in Best Practice, Focus on our People, Nuclear, Project Management/by Elnaz Khaleghi

PTAG Advisor and Ontario Tech University Professor Akira Tokuhiro recently joined Tobias Bieker for an interview on Unpacking Japan, recorded in Osaka in late May 2026.

The conversation explores project and infrastructure delivery through the perspective of an experienced engineer, educator, and advisor. Drawing on his international background and academic leadership, Akira brings a valuable perspective to the complex challenges that shape major capital projects.

In the interview, Akira discusses the current and future role of nuclear power as a clean energy source, Japan’s response to Fukushima, and the path toward net-zero carbon emissions.

The interview reflects the type of informed, cross-disciplinary thinking required to improve project performance and build stronger delivery organizations.

Watch Akira Tokuhiro’s full interview with Tobias Bieker on Unpacking Japan:

PTAG Heads to CII’s 2026 Annual Research Conference

July 9, 2026/in Best Practice, Events, Project Management/by Elnaz Khaleghi

PTAG will be in Denver for the Construction Industry Institute’s 2026 Annual Research Conference, taking place July 20–22 at the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel.

CII’s research and best practices are embedded in the PTAG Playbook and directly inform how we support complex capital programs. At this year’s conference, our team will be engaging in discussions around Project Controls, Advanced Work Packaging, and Advanced Project Delivery across Power & Utilities, Mining & Metals, Oil & Gas, and Infrastructure.

For PTAG, this conference is more than an industry gathering. It is an opportunity to contribute to the research and ideas shaping better project delivery.

Attending the conference? Connect with the PTAG team in Denver.

PTAG at the Fukushima Daiichi Accident International Workshop

June 20, 2026/in Events, Nuclear, Project Management/by Elnaz Khaleghi

PTAG team member Akira Tokuhiro is in Futaba, Fukushima, Japan for the 15-Year Fukushima Daiichi Accident International Workshop, taking place June 27 to 28.

Hosted by the OECD Nuclear Energy Agency with Japan’s Nuclear Regulation Authority and the Nuclear Damage Compensation and Decommissioning Facilitation Corporation, the workshop brings together regulators, researchers, operators, and community representatives to examine lessons from the Fukushima Daiichi accident and the ongoing decommissioning effort.

Topics include accident analysis, fuel debris retrieval, regulatory lessons, and the long-term challenge of managing reconstruction and decommissioning within the same complex environment.

These discussions are directly relevant to the realities of major nuclear and capital programs, where technical complexity, regulatory requirements, site constraints, and competing priorities must be managed together.

Akira’s participation reflects PTAG’s commitment to staying engaged in the industry conversations that inform better planning, project controls, and execution across complex capital projects.

PTAG to Attend the Global Energy Show

June 5, 2026/in Events, Power & Utilities, Project Management/by Elnaz Khaleghi

The PTAG team (Ugo Santone, Garry Makar, Andrew Dubreuil, Trevor Posyluzny, Ryan Devereux, Sonia Brar, Alicia Ward) is looking forward to attending the Global Energy Show, taking place from June 9 to 11, 2026, at the BMO Centre in Calgary, Canada.

As the energy industry continues to navigate increasing project complexity, evolving market demands, and the ongoing need for safe, reliable, and efficient execution, collaboration across the sector has never been more important. The Global Energy Show provides an opportunity to exchange insights, explore new technologies, and discuss the trends shaping the future of energy development and capital project delivery.

For PTAG, the event aligns closely with our focus on supporting clients through disciplined project management, construction management, project controls, supply chain management, engineering management, PMIS integration, quality management, and HSSE management. Our work across Energy, Utilities, Petrochemical, and Heavy Infrastructure sectors is centered on helping organizations improve predictability, strengthen governance, and achieve better project outcomes.

Attending the Global Energy Show gives our team the opportunity to connect with industry peers, clients, partners, and technology providers who are actively shaping the future of energy. We look forward to meaningful conversations around innovation, execution readiness, workforce capability, safety, and the practical solutions needed to deliver complex projects successfully.

PTAG is proud to be part of the conversation and looks forward to engaging with the energy community in Calgary.

PTAG at the 2026 Energy Projects Conference & Expo

June 4, 2026/in Events, Power & Utilities, Project Management/by Elnaz Khaleghi

PTAG is attending the 2026 Energy Projects Conference & Expo in Houston, Texas, bringing together leaders from across LNG, power, nuclear, refining, and midstream development.

Michael Dubreuil, Jay Moser, and Michael McBean are representing PTAG at the George R. Brown Convention Center on June 16 and 17.

For PTAG, the conversations at EPC align closely with the work we support every day. Major energy projects depend on disciplined planning, reliable cost and schedule management, strong project controls, and effective coordination across engineering, procurement, construction, and operations.

As capital programs grow in scale and complexity, owners need greater visibility into performance, risks, interfaces, and execution readiness. These are the areas where PTAG helps clients strengthen project delivery and improve predictability across the project lifecycle.

With our team based in Houston, EPC is also a valuable opportunity to connect with industry peers, clients, and project leaders working across the energy sector.

We look forward to the conversations and to sharing perspectives on the challenges shaping today’s major capital projects.

PTAG to Attend CURT’s Leadership in the Age of Artificial Intelligence Summit

June 3, 2026/in Digital Transformation, Events, Project Management/by Elnaz Khaleghi

PTAG’s Jay Moser and Ted Weitzman will be attending CURT’s Leadership in the Age of Artificial Intelligence summit on June 9 in Cincinnati.This one-day event is designed for construction and capital project leaders seeking practical insight into how artificial intelligence is already influencing project execution, workforce performance, safety, governance, and business competitiveness.

As the construction industry continues to face increasing complexity, constrained labor markets, evolving risk profiles, and growing demands for stronger project outcomes, AI is becoming an important topic for owners, contractors, and project delivery organizations. The conversation is no longer limited to future possibilities. It is now focused on real-world implementation, operational readiness, and the steps organizations must take to apply AI responsibly and effectively.

The CURT summit will focus on several key areas relevant to today’s capital project environment, including practical AI applications across the construction lifecycle, workforce strategy, risk and governance, decision-making across capital programs, and implementation lessons from industry leaders. These topics align closely with the challenges many organizations face as they work to improve predictability, productivity, safety, and performance across complex projects.

At PTAG, we understand that successful project delivery requires more than adopting new technology. It requires strong leadership, disciplined processes, reliable data, effective governance, and the ability to integrate innovation into the way projects are planned, managed, and executed. AI has the potential to support better decision-making and improve outcomes, but its value depends on how well it is aligned with project needs, organizational readiness, and practical execution.

Participation in events like CURT’s Leadership in the Age of Artificial Intelligence summit allows PTAG to stay engaged with industry leaders who are actively shaping the future of construction and capital project delivery. We look forward to the discussions, insights, and lessons that will be shared in Cincinnati, and to continuing the conversation around how emerging technologies can support safer, smarter, and more effective project delivery.

PTAG at the 45th Canadian Nuclear Society Annual Conference

June 1, 2026/in Conference, Nuclear, Project Controls, Project Management, Waste Management/by Elnaz Khaleghi

PTAG’s Shafaq Riaz will be attending the 45th Canadian Nuclear Society Annual Conference in Calgary, Alberta, from June 14 to 16, 2026.

The conference brings together professionals involved in the development, operation, and advancement of Canada’s nuclear sector, providing an important forum for sharing knowledge and discussing the future of nuclear energy.

For PTAG, these conversations closely align with the work we support across complex nuclear and capital programs. Effective project delivery depends on strong planning, project controls, engineering coordination, risk management, and disciplined execution across the project lifecycle.

Shafaq’s participation reflects PTAG’s continued engagement with the nuclear industry and our commitment to staying connected to the people and ideas shaping the sector.

If you are attending CNS 2026, we welcome the opportunity to connect with Shafaq in Calgary.