
Delivering Projects That Matter
Insights, Systems & Stories on Better Project Delivery
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Every mile of line begins with land. In the utility industry, real estate isn’t just a support function — it’s the foundation of growth, resilience, and customer trust.
Lease expirations are inflection points. Start 18–24 months out, model renew vs. relocate, and design for hybrid work to reduce costs and boost talent outcomes.
A $1.2 million mistake taught David Gray a hard truth: waiting too long to hire an Owner’s Rep costs more than it saves. This post explains why early engagement pays off.
Projects don’t usually fail all at once — they fail by drifting. In this post, David Gray explains why scope baseline docs are essential to anchor vision, control scope, and prevent drift.
Reports don’t win projects—decisions do. In this post, David Gray shares personal insights on how data-driven project controls move beyond reporting the past to predicting the future, giving leaders foresight, confidence, and clarity.
Reactive maintenance costs more than you think. Learn how shifting to proactive facilities strategies saves money, reduces risk, and strengthens resilience.
Facility Management is no longer just about maintenance—it’s about data, technology, and strategy. Learn how IoT, AI, and smart buildings are transforming FM into a driver of cost savings and sustainability.
Hybrid work has reshaped corporate real estate. Discover strategies for right-sizing portfolios, improving employee experience, and building sustainable, data-driven workplaces.
David Gray shares lessons from complex projects on how disciplined cost control builds predictability, trust, and executive confidence.

From Field to Boardroom — and Into the Details That Make Projects Work
I’m David Gray, and I’ve spent 15+ years helping complex capital projects get delivered — on time, on budget, and with clarity. David Gray Projects is where I unpack what works, what doesn’t, and how teams can deliver better.
ESG commitments become real in facilities. Use this step-by-step plan—baseline, prioritize, fund, execute, and verify—to cut costs, reduce carbon, and improve comfort.