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Material prices killing your project budget? ๐คท
I'm QS. Ogbenna C. F. (@FechoFel) โ the Quantity Surveyor helping Naija builders, developers & clients save money, cut waste, and build smarter in these crazy times.
โ๏ธ Key mantra:
Involve a QS EARLY โ Early BOQ + Value Engineering + Strict Variation Control = Protected profits.
๐ Sustainable tip:
Switching to recycled aggregates โ can save you 10โ15% without dropping quality!
What's your current material headache? Cement? Steel? Variations? Drop it below Let's talk about real solutions!
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This new week, I'm particularly grateful for life and the opportunity to work with understanding clients.
Weekend gratitude !
What are you grateful for?
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Great question! It really depends on the companyโs project management maturity and needs:
๐ฃStartup >>>> Supportive PMO
Best for agility. Gives tools, templates & advice without heavy bureaucracy so teams can move fast and innovate.
๐กStruggling company >>>> Directive PMO (or strong Controlling)
Needs structure fast. The PMO takes more control, enforces standards, and helps stabilize delivery.
๐ Top / Mature companies >>>> Directive PMO (or Enterprise-level)
For strategic alignment, consistency at scale, and high compliance (especially useful in construction/infra).
๐ดStandard / Growing companies >>>> Controlling PMO
Sweet spot โ enforces processes and accountability while still letting project managers run their projects.
Most companies evolve from Supportive, to Controlling, then to Directive as they grow. ๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅ
Not every Project Management Office (PMO) works the same way.
๐ข Supportive PMO = Helps teams with tools, templates, and advice. It doesn't take control.
๐ก Controlling PMO = Makes sure teams follow the company's project rules and standards.
๐ด Directive PMO = Takes full charge by assigning project managers and directly managing projects.
Here is a simple way to remember it:
Supportive = Helps ๐ค
Controlling = Checks โ
Directive = Leads ๐
The right PMO depends on how much guidance and control an organization needs.
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Don't cling to the wrongs done to you, today's pain can open tomorrow's gain. It takes true maturity to rise above the negative, and choosing forgiveness is not weakness but a powerful strength that preserves your peace and mental health.
Good Day to the Mature & Strong You.