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Project Controls Group, Inc.

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www.projectcontrolsgroup.comSt. Louis, Missouri, United States

Veteran- and minority-owned project controls firm delivering schedule, cost, and contract management services.

Overview

Project Controls Group, Inc. (PCG) provides full-service project controls and management solutions to the engineering and construction industries. Founded in 2003 by Marvin Woods and Viola Pancratz, PCG offers services across cost estimating, budgeting, cost reporting and forecasting, CPM scheduling, document controls, change management, contract administration, claims avoidance and analysis, negotiations, schedule analysis, and project management. The firm emphasizes helping clients track program performance, maintain cost and schedule control, and predict project outcomes through clear reporting and data-driven insights. PCG is a veteran- and minority-owned business committed to delivering high-quality services on projects completed on time and within budget, with a focus on minimizing risk and facilitating informed decision-making for owners, designers, and contractors.

Mission statement

Our only goal is to ensure the success of a project by minimizing risk throughout the lifetime of the project.

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What we offer

Cost Estimating

Service

Expert construction cost estimates from concept through completion.

www.projectcontrolsgroup.com/services/cost-estimating/

CPM Scheduling

Service

Enhance project delivery through comprehensive CPM scheduling and dispute resolution services.

www.projectcontrolsgroup.com/services/cpm-scheduling/

Operation/Maintenance

Service

Ensures efficient operation and maintenance of airport baggage handling systems.

www.projectcontrolsgroup.com/services/operationmaintenance/

BIM Services

Service

Enhances project coordination and control through advanced BIM services.

www.projectcontrolsgroup.com/services/

GIS

Service

Enhancing project decision-making through advanced GIS services for effective geospatial data management.

www.projectcontrolsgroup.com/services/

Public Engagement (Disparity Studies)

Service

Enhances procurement equity through effective public engagement and disparity studies.

www.projectcontrolsgroup.com/services/

Design Review

Service

Ensure project design compliance and feasibility through thorough review.

www.projectcontrolsgroup.com/services/

Document Control

Service

Streamline project documentation management for timely access and compliance.

www.projectcontrolsgroup.com/services/

Design & Construction Contract Administration

Service

Efficiently manage design and construction contracts to ensure compliance and minimize risks.

www.projectcontrolsgroup.com/services/

Procurement Assistance

Service

Streamline procurement processes for timely and effective projects.

www.projectcontrolsgroup.com/services/

Project Management

Service

Enhances project success through effective planning, tracking, and risk management.

www.projectcontrolsgroup.com/services/

USACE Walla Walla District A-E IDIQ Cost Engineering

Service

Provides expert cost engineering support for USACE projects.

www.projectcontrolsgroup.com/contract-types/usace-walla-walla-district-e-idiq-cost-engineering/

GSA Schedule Contract 871-7 Construction Management

Service

Streamlined access to top-tier construction management services.

www.projectcontrolsgroup.com/contract-types/gsa-schedule-contract-871-7-construction-management/

Market segments

Market size by segment

Growth potential (CAGR)

Construction cost estimating

1.4 Billion USD6% CAGR

Services that develop detailed construction cost estimates, verify A/E estimates, perform value engineering, evaluate change orders, and provide cost certification and financial audit support for budgeting and control.

Construction CPM scheduling

2 Billion USD8% CAGR

CPM-based planning and schedule management for construction projects, including all four dependency types, critical path and float analysis, resource loading, and interoperability with Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.

Construction project controls

8.3 Billion USD9.8% CAGR

Planning, scheduling, cost control, forecasting, change order and risk oversight that enable delivery of complex construction programs.

BIM-enabled project coordination

1.5 Billion USD10% CAGR

Integration of building information modeling with project controls to support multidisciplinary coordination, visualization, constructability review, and linkage of BIM data to cost and schedule workflows.

Operations and maintenance for baggage handling systems

2.5 Billion USD6.5% CAGR

Provision of technicians, control room operations, fault monitoring and clearance, repair and maintenance, work order dispatching, and CMSS reporting for baggage handling and material handling systems.

More information about our offering

Cost Estimating

PCG provides detailed construction cost estimates across all project phases, from programming and budgeting through design development and post-contract support. The service includes A/E estimate verification, master planning estimates, value engineering, change order estimates evaluation, financial auditing, claims analysis, construction cost analysis, and certification. PCG’s capabilities extend to job order contracting and broader cost management across various project types.

  • Achieve Budget Accuracy
    Comprehensive estimates at every stage help maintain control throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Manage Project Changes Effectively
    Precise estimates and evaluations for change orders mitigate disruptions and maintain project schedules.
  • Minimize Financial Risks
    Thorough claims analysis identifies potential issues and protects clients from unexpected costs.
  • Enhance Project Value
    Innovative approaches in value engineering ensure project efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Ensure Accurate Evaluations
    Confirming the validity of estimates provided by architects and engineers enhances accountability and decision-making.
  • Enhance Project Credibility
    Verified cost certifications ensure transparency and confidence for stakeholders.
  • Ensure Fiscal Compliance
    Regular audits reinforce adherence to budgets and expenditure guidelines.
  • Support Strategic Planning
    Provides essential data for effective financial planning and resource allocation.
  • Streamline Procurement
    Facilitates efficient management of job order contracts enhancing project delivery.

CPM Scheduling

PCG’s CPM Scheduling services cover all phases from design to construction scheduling. They develop CPM schedules, analyze baselines, review updates, identify conflicts, and support change management and disputes. The firm performs forensic scheduling analysis and provides expert-witness support for delay claims using various scheduling software.

  • Create Effective Schedules
    Detailed CPM schedules guide project execution ensuring timely completion.
  • Identify Schedule Changes
    Analyzing and comparing schedules to highlight variations ensures project alignment.
  • Resolve Schedule Disputes
    Techniques and documentation prevent potential disputes and ensure smooth execution.
  • Analyze Delay Claims
    Thorough analyses decipher the causes of delays.
  • Spot Scheduling Conflicts
    Proactively recognizing conflicts enhances reliability.
  • Utilize Advanced Tools
    Employ industry-standard software to enhance scheduling capabilities.
  • Provide Expert Testimony
    Offer expert insights in legal settings to support claims.

Operation/Maintenance

PCG provides technicians and operators for the operation and maintenance of baggage handling systems. The scope includes repair and maintenance of machinery, fault clearance, and system monitoring. Control room operators manage site personnel, track work orders, and generate reports through CMSS.

  • Ensure Smooth Operations
    Expert operation minimizes airport delays.
  • Monitor and Resolve Issues
    Continuous monitoring ensures reliability and efficiency.
  • Efficient Personnel Management
    Optimizes system performance through effective dispatch.
  • Ensure Equipment Reliability
    Regular upkeep guarantees operational reliability.
  • Track Performance
    Improves operational tracking and analysis.

BIM Services

Building Information Modeling (BIM) services to support project planning and coordination, integrating with project controls.

  • Integrates Cost and Schedule
    Streamlines project management with financial and scheduling data.
  • Improves Discipline Coordination
    Enhances multidisciplinary collaboration, reducing conflicts.
  • Enhances Stakeholder Communication
    Provides 3D visualizations that improve stakeholder engagement.
  • Supports Effective Data Use
    Ensures BIM data is effectively managed and accessible.

GIS

Geographic Information System (GIS) services support project controls with geospatial data and mapping.

  • Enhances Project Data Management
    Facilitates essential geospatial data analysis.
  • Facilitates Effective Project Planning
    Ensures seamless integration of geospatial data.
  • Enables Informed Decision-Making
    GIS supports public engagement through data-driven insights.
  • Ensures Regulatory Compliance
    Tracks compliance effectively throughout projects.

Public Engagement (Disparity Studies)

Services include public engagement activities and disparity studies to support inclusive procurement.

  • Assess Procurement Equity
    Evaluates disparities to ensure fair access for all stakeholders.
  • Foster Community Involvement
    Facilitates community engagement through organized outreach.

Design Review

Design review of project plans and documents to validate feasibility and compliance with goals.

  • Ensure Regulatory Compliance
    Identifies non-compliance issues early for timely adjustments.
  • Validate Design Feasibility
    Ensures design compliance minimizing rework.
  • Optimize Budget Allocation
    Insights into cost efficiency for design adjustments.

Document Control

Services to manage and organize project documentation ensuring timely access and compliance.

  • Enhance Document Access
    Facilitates easier retrieval of documents when needed.
  • Mitigate Legal Risks
    Reducing the likelihood of disputes and penalties.
  • Increase Accountability
    Visibility into document revisions improves oversight.
  • Support Efficient Collaboration
    Enables teams to work on the most current versions of documents.

Design & Construction Contract Administration

Administer contracts, documentation, changes, and compliance effectively.

  • Ensure Compliance and Accountability
    Handles all aspects ensuring compliance and effective documentation of changes.
  • Facilitate Timely Adjustments
    Allows for timely adjustments minimizing disruptions.
  • Streamline Information Access
    Ensures organization of project documentation facilitating transparency.
  • Mitigate Financial Risks
    Helps in timely resolution of disputes maintaining project integrity.

Procurement Assistance

Support for acquisition of services, equipment, and materials.

  • Facilitate Efficient Vendor Selection
    Ensures effective vendor selection promoting timely acquisition.
  • Enhance Budget Management
    Provides insights into expected spending aiding budget management.
  • Achieve Regulatory Compliance
    Monitors compliance throughout procurement reducing risk.
  • Build Strong Vendor Partnerships
    Cultivates strong vendor relationships through effective negotiations.

Project Management

Plan, track, and manage program performance with stakeholder reporting and risk management.

  • Enables Real-Time Monitoring
    Allows efficient tracking of costs and schedules ensuring adherence.
  • Facilitates Effective Collaboration
    Enhances communication among stakeholders reducing miscommunication risks.
  • Minimizes Project Risks
    Addresses potential issues proactively to avoid delays.
  • Ensures Transparency
    Keeps stakeholders informed about progress and challenges.
  • Optimizes Change Implementation
    Ensures changes are effectively integrated without disruption.
  • Identifies Delay Causes
    Determines delay impacts and assigns accountability.

USACE Walla Walla District A-E IDIQ Cost Engineering

PCG is a subcontractor on USACE Civil Works Cost Engineering and Agency Technical Review contracts, offering technical support and resources.

  • Facilitates Effective Cost Assessments
    Ensures compliance through structured support and resources.
  • Ensures Global Coverage
    Delivers services across diverse project requirements.
  • Enhances Project Communication
    Streamlines communication ensuring consistent support.
  • Provides Rich Resource Access
    Equips teams with essential tools for successful execution.

GSA Schedule Contract 871-7 Construction Management

GSA Schedule Contract 871-7 offers a range of construction management services tailored for federal and non-federal clients.

  • Provides Comprehensive CM Services
    Access to tailored construction management services for various sectors.
  • Offers Full Lifecycle Project Management
    Managing all aspects from planning to execution ensures project success.
  • Facilitates Federal and Non-Federal Access
    Allows various entities to efficiently procure management services.
  • Access for Diverse Clients
    Non-federal clients can also access the offered services.

References

Methodology and sourcing behind the market figures shown above.

Construction cost estimating

Estimated global market for construction cost estimating services uses supplied construction-estimating software figures as a baseline and applies a services-to-software multiplier. Persistence Market Research reports construction estimating software at US$357.4M (2022) growing to US$556.0M (2032) at a 4.5% CAGR; services (detailed estimates, verification, VE, change-order evaluation, certification/audit support) are labor- and consultancy-intensive and commonly represent multiple times the software market. Using a conservative 3–4x multiplier on the 2022 software baseline yields ~US$1.4B for services in the near term. Growth potential (CAGR ~6%) is set between the software CAGR (4.5%) and higher market projections (≈10%) found in other industry summaries, reflecting moderate acceleration from digitization, infrastructure spending, and outsourcing of preconstruction functions.

Construction CPM scheduling

Estimates based on reported global construction management/software market sizes and CAGRs in the search results (FortuneBI, Coherent). Scheduling is an application within that market; CPM-based scheduling is a specialist subset. Assuming scheduling represents roughly 15–25% of total construction management software spend and CPM-specific tools capture ~40–60% of scheduling spend yields a 2025–2026 implied range of ~1.1–3.0 billion USD; midpoint and conservative enterprise-adoption outlook used to set estimate at ~2.0B. Growth potential (CAGR) anchored to reported overall CMS CAGRs (~10–10.5%) and scheduling-specific forecasts (~7.7%); CPM scheduling likely grows slightly below enterprise CMS average but near scheduling software rates, so estimated at ~8% CAGR.

Construction project controls

Primary sources show divergent scope estimates for construction management / project-controls software: GMI reports USD 6.3B (2023) with a 9.1% CAGR; Coherent reports USD 19.17B (2026) with 10.5% CAGR. I used GMI's 2023 baseline and its CAGR to project to ~USD 8.3B (approx. 2026) and averaged reported growth rates (9.1% and 10.5%) to estimate a representative CAGR of 9.8%, noting higher Coherent sizing likely reflects a broader market definition.

BIM-enabled project coordination

Estimation uses two market reports in the search results as parent markets: a 2025 Engineering Project Management System (EPMS) market sized at $5.67B and a broader AEC software market projected to $21.88B by 2031. BIM-enabled project coordination is treated as a specialized subset of EPMS/AEC collaboration (4D/5D BIM, clash detection, constructability and project-controls integration). Assuming this segment represents roughly 20–30% of the EPMS market (given overlap with project controls and BIM tools), the estimated market size is about $1.5B. Growth potential is aligned with parent-market digitalization trends and slightly above reported AEC/EPMS CAGRs, estimated at ~10% CAGR.

Operations and maintenance for baggage handling systems

Estimated from published total airport baggage-handling-system market sizes (range ~9–15 USD billion) in the provided search results. I assumed the operations & maintenance/service segment represents a recurring share of the total BHS market (roughly 15–30%), producing an O&M services market estimate ~2–3.8 BUSD; midpoint used (2.5 BUSD). Growth potential (CAGR ~6.5%) aligns with the range of reported BHS CAGRs (3.7%–9.5%) and the expectation that services/aftermarket typically track or slightly outpace hardware replacement cycles due to modernization and maintenance demand.

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