Episodes

Right-Sizing the Front-end Loading Process
Oct. 20, 2025

Right-Sizing the Front-end Loading Process

In this episode, the hosts discuss the importance of right-sizing the front-end loading (FEL) process for projects of varying sizes. They emphasize that a one-size-fits-all approach does not work in project management, partic...
BtC05: Scope Creep; The Trojan Horse Inside Your Project
Oct. 6, 2025

BtC05: Scope Creep; The Trojan Horse Inside Your Project

Summary In this episode of Beyond the CapEx Podcast, hosts discuss the concept of scope creep in project management, exploring its implications, cultural aspects, and the importance of communication. They emphasize the need f...
BtC04: AI Use in Front-End Loading
Sept. 22, 2025

BtC04: AI Use in Front-End Loading

In this conversation, Cristian Gonzalez and Luis Gomez discuss the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in project management, particularly focusing on Front-End Loading (FEL). They explore how AI can serve as a partne...
BtC03: Owners are from Jupiter, Contractors are from Pluto
Sept. 8, 2025

BtC03: Owners are from Jupiter, Contractors are from Pluto

In this episode of Beyond the CapEx, Cristian Gonzalez and Luis Gomez explore the complex dynamics between owners and contractors in industrial project management. They discuss the differing perspectives and risk profiles of ...
BtC02: Communicating vs Connecting
Sept. 8, 2025

BtC02: Communicating vs Connecting

In this conversation, Luis and Cristian explore the critical distinction between communication and connection, emphasizing the importance of building trust and relationships in project management. They discuss the role of act...
BtC01: Project Front End Planning
Aug. 21, 2025

BtC01: Project Front End Planning

Keywords: capital projects, project management, FEL methodology, project failure, engineering, construction, project execution, cost management, project planning, industrial projects Summary In this inaugural episode of Beyon...