Keeping Commercial Projects Accountable and On Time.

Backed by 40+ years in capital delivery, we bring the cost and schedule discipline that keeps trades coordinated, tenants happy, and openings on time.

Practical. Embedded. Results-Driven.

Predictable builds and on-time openings.

When financing, design, and construction converge, drift is expensive. CMS keeps projects honest—holding teams accountable, aligning expectations, and bringing financial and schedule clarity to every phase. We embed independent estimating, critical-path scheduling tied to long-lead items, objective cost control and progress payment validation, change-order review, readiness (PDRI), schedule analysis, and executive dashboards—and more—so budgets and dates stay defensible through handover.
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How CMS Delivers Project Controls That Work

Estimating

Independent cost validation that gives you confidence in your numbers. We identify risks, challenge assumptions, and ensure budgets are built on facts - not opinions.

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Planning

Front-end planning that aligns teams, vendors, and leadership around a shared path to execution. We help you move from objectives to actionable, achievable plans.

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Cost Reporting

Reliable cost control and reporting that keep leadership informed and projects accountable. We turn complex data into clarity so you can manage performance in real time

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Scheduling

Schedule development and oversight that bring structure, predictability, and confidence to every phase. We help you stay proactive—not reactive—on timelines.

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PDRI

A structured readiness review that exposes blind spots early and builds leadership confidence before major commitments are made.

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Turnarounds

Dedicated support for shutdowns and maintenance events where every hour counts. We bring control, visibility, and precision to high-stakes schedules.

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CMS Is Right For You If…

CMS is right for you if you’re managing high-stakes projects and want to avoid the pitfalls that derail them - cost overruns, slipped schedules, and risks that only surface when it’s too late. Our model was built to prevent those outcomes by providing project control services that keep projects on schedule and on budget.

No Blind Spots

You get unbiased visibility into your project - risks, delays, and hidden issues are identified early so they can be fixed before they cost you time and money.

No Missed Deadlines

CMS strengthens schedules and applies course corrections fast - so milestones are met and projects finish when they’re supposed to.

No Consultant Fluff

We don’t hand over a binder and disappear. CMS integrates directly with your team so you get execution and continuity - not confusion.

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No commitment.

Why CMS Has Been Trusted to Optimize $1B+ in Projects.

Embedded Experts

Seasoned project controls specialists integrate directly with your team - on-site or remote - adding structure and accountability without the overhead of a bloated consultancy.

Independent Oversight

We act as a neutral layer of accountability, surfacing blind spots vendors miss and giving leadership transparent, data-driven visibility you can trust.

Continuity You Can Count On

Our resilient deployment model means projects never stall - bench strength ensures seamless coverage through turnover, illness, or absence.

Proven ROI

CMS is designed to pay for itself. Clients have saved up to 13¢ on every project dollar and achieved a 400% increase in on-time delivery with our embedded controls.

Case Studies

Real Projects. Measurable Outcomes.

Shell Sarnia Manufacturing Centre Wins 2024 Best Site Award

Shell Sarnia Manufacturing Centre (SMC) Projects—partnering with CMS Inc. Project Controls—won the 2024 Best Site Award from IPA’s International Benchmarking Consortia (IBC). CMS also received a “Best Practical” classification for Project Controls in the SMC 2023 benchmark study.

Turnaround Controls Kept a $50M Upgrade on Track

A major refinery executed a 30-day, $50M upgrade under turnaround conditions. When unexpected corrosion threatened delay and cost, CMS applied EVM and CPM to re-sequence work, add a night shift, and keep stakeholders aligned.

Semi-Planned Outage Finished On Time and 10% Under Budget

A major refinery executed a last-minute, semi-planned outage (14-day window, $4M budget). CMS uncovered unnecessary awarded scope, implemented daily cost tracking, and established contingency guidance.

What our clients say

“Their project controls expert became a trusted part of our team and helped reduce weekly cost variance by 18%.”

— Jasmine Ng, VP of Operations

CMS is a pleasure to work with. We have multiple EPCs / Designers for our projects so CMS provides a consistent approach for our estimates. We use a staged gate approval process so having professional estimates adds credibility to our budget requests.

Cabot
Cabot

CMS has consistently delivered exceptional support for our cost estimating needs. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and deep expertise make them a highly reliable partner. We greatly value their contributions and look forward to continuing our collaboration.

Wolverine
Wolverine

Working with CMS has been a game-changer for our Projects and Engineering Services team. Their unwavering professionalism, deep technical expertise, and proactive project controls have consistently elevated our execution standards across the board. From early phase estimating and planning to detailed engineering and cost control, CMS has demonstrated exceptional capability in managing complex project portfolios. Their integration into our workflows—especially in areas like risk management, scheduling, and performance tracking—has brought clarity, precision, and confidence to our decision-making processes.

Shell Canada - Shell Manufacturing Center
Shell Canada - Shell Manufacturing Center
Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Project controls provide a framework for planning, monitoring, and managing cost, schedule, scope, and risks to ensure project success. They integrate tools like scheduling, cost management, and performance reporting to keep projects on track. Let’s discuss how our tailored project controls approach can align with your project’s specific goals.

It starts with a no-obligation discovery call—an educational conversation to understand your project and goals. From there, CMS provides a clear assessment of where stronger project controls can add value and outlines a practical plan tailored to your needs.

Yes. CMS is execution-first: embedded, independent controls that change outcomes day-to-day (not slideware).

We implement proactive scheduling, critical path analysis, and risk mitigation strategies to minimize delays. Regular progress reviews and contingency planning keep timelines tight. We’d be happy to assess your project’s schedule risks and propose mitigation strategies.

CMS embeds seasoned project controls specialists inside your team to install day-to-day cost, schedule, and risk discipline—we sharpen your team, not replace it. You get independent accountability and decision-grade visibility while your people remain in control.

By acting as a neutral layer of accountability—transparent, independent reporting that preserves healthy dynamics while enforcing standards.

Documented outcomes: up to 13¢ saved per project dollar, 95% of projects improve schedule adherence within 90 days, and a track record of award-recognized execution.

CMS works across many capital-intensive sectors including Oil & Gas, Renewable, Public Sector Infrastructure, Chemical, Biomass, Mining, Commercial, and Nuclear.

Ready to Take Control of Your Project?

Don’t wait for overruns or delays to surface. Whether you want a quick diagnostic or a deeper conversation, CMS makes it simple to take the first step toward projects that finish on time and on budget.

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A fast, objective project health assessment that uncovers risks and inefficiencies - then delivers an actionable plan to get your project back on track.

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Talk directly with our team about your project challenges. No pressure, no jargon - just clarity on where CMS can help.

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