Industrial Megaprojects 2nd Edition

Capture the high stakes of planning and delivering the world’s largest industrial ventures with Industrial Megaprojects, 2nd Edition by Edward W. Merrow. This rigorous, readable guide cuts through the complexity of mega-scale engineering, energy, mining and infrastructure projects to reveal why many fail — and how the successful few succeed.

Drawing on decades of data and field experience, Merrow explains the root causes of cost overruns, schedule slippage and performance shortfalls, and shows practical ways to reduce risk through better front-end planning, governance and decision making. Clear frameworks, real-world examples and analytic insights make this edition especially valuable for project managers, owners, investors and policy makers working across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia-Pacific and emerging markets.

If you manage capital programs or advise stakeholders on large-scale projects, this book equips you with proven strategies to improve forecasting, contract structuring, risk allocation and execution oversight. The author’s authoritative voice transforms complex concepts into actionable recommendations that improve outcomes on projects from petrochemical refineries to offshore platforms, mines and urban infrastructure.

Practical, evidence-based and globally relevant, Industrial Megaprojects, 2nd Edition belongs on the shelf of anyone responsible for delivering high-value capital projects. Learn to spot early warning signs, make smarter go/no-go decisions and protect shareholder value — order your copy today and start reshaping how your organization plans and delivers megaprojects.

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