Arlene Hidalgo

Senior Content Writer

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Arlene is a content marketing expert with over a decade of experience helping construction project management professionals build authority. She creates impactful content that simplifies complex concepts, engages stakeholders, and highlights industry expertise. Her work ensures your projects, insights, and innovations stand out in the competitive construction landscape.

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Arlene Hidalgo

Construction Estimating

What is ROM (Rough Order of Magnitude) & How to Use It

A rough order of magnitude is a quick way to estimate project costs early. Check how to use it, calculate ranges, and apply it in real construction work.

Arlene Hidalgo

Groundbreaking Ceremony

Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony for Construction Projects

A foundation stone laying ceremony marks the official start of construction with symbolic and strategic value. Get clear steps, roles, and planning tips to run one right.

Arlene Hidalgo

Groundbreaking Ceremony

8 Types of Construction Ceremony Events That Mark Project Progress

A construction ceremony marks key milestones with symbolic events. Explore 8 types, what happens at each, and how they connect teams, purpose, and progress.

Arlene Hidalgo

Groundbreaking Ceremony

Topping Out Ceremony: Meaning, Process, & Traditions Explained

A topping out ceremony marks the final beam placement at a building’s highest point. This guide covers its meaning, process, symbols, and global construction traditions.

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Project Controls

What is a Project Controls Plan? Examples + Best Practices

Understand what a project controls plan is, why it matters, how to build one, and see real examples and tips for managing cost, time, and risks.

Arlene Hidalgo

Capital Project Management

The 8 Longest Construction Projects of All Time!

Uncover the eight longest construction projects ever, including iconic landmarks and cathedrals, while learning about the challenges behind their completion.

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Project Controls

Controls Chart in Project Management [Examples]

Learn how a control chart works in project management with simple types, steps, and real examples from construction to track cost, quality, time, and safety.

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Project Controls

How to Implement a Project Control System in Capital Projects

See how to set up a basic project control system to help manage cost, time, and risk in capital projects using clear steps and simple processes.

Arlene Hidalgo

Project Controls

Using S-Curve Analysis to Control Project Costs & Schedules

Improve project results using s-curve analysis to control costs and schedules, track progress, avoid delays, and make smart project decisions fast.

Arlene Hidalgo

Project Controls

Advanced Project Control Techniques Explained

See how project control techniques help manage project cost, time, and risk with new tools like AI, dashboards, and digital twins for better results.

Arlene Hidalgo

Project Controls

Forecast Project Management for Better Outcomes

Get easy steps to forecast project management by using tools, analyzing data, and improving plans for time, cost, risk, and resource forecasts.

Arlene Hidalgo

Project Controls

Project Baseline Explained for Scope, Cost & Schedule

Understand how a project baseline helps you manage scope, cost, and schedule so your project stays on track and avoids problems like delays or overspending.

Arlene Hidalgo

Arlene Hidalgo

What is ROM (Rough Order of Magnitude) & How to Use It

Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony for Construction Projects

8 Types of Construction Ceremony Events That Mark Project Progress

Topping Out Ceremony: Meaning, Process, & Traditions Explained

What is a Project Controls Plan? Examples + Best Practices

The 8 Longest Construction Projects of All Time!

Controls Chart in Project Management [Examples]

How to Implement a Project Control System in Capital Projects

Using S-Curve Analysis to Control Project Costs & Schedules

Advanced Project Control Techniques Explained

Forecast Project Management for Better Outcomes

Project Baseline Explained for Scope, Cost & Schedule

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