A project manager's challenges in LNG megaprojects

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A project manager's challenges in LNG megaprojects

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Dec 28, 2020

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Most megaprojects suffer from costs and timeline overruns. This podcast details 11 prominent areas project managers should focus on to ensure megaprojects are on-time and on-budget.
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Dec 28, 2020

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