Demystifying Earned Value

This was a joint event held on 17 June 2025 with the IET. We explored, how Earned Value Management (EVM) integrates project scope, schedule, and cost to provide a comprehensive view of project performance. We also clarified the fundamental concepts and practical applications of EVM.

Key metrics such as Planned Value (PV), Earned Value (EV), and Actual Cost (AC), including PMB, EAC, ETC, ACWP, BCWP etc. will be thoroughly covered throughout the presentation. We also demonstrated how these metrics are used to assess project health.

Additionally, we highlighted the benefits of using EVM for forecasting future performance, identifying potential issues early, and making informed decisions to keep projects on track. By the end of the presentation, attendees should have a clear understanding of how EVM can enhance project management and contribute to successful project outcomes.

This event was beneficial for all Design Managers and Project Managers, whether experienced or new to the field.

Speakers:

Behnam Sarani - Project Director, Transportation, AtkinsRéalis

A Project Director in AtkinsRéalis Transportation, Behnam has 22 years of experience in safely delivering projects in Rail, Aerospace, and Automotive sectors. Specialising in delivering complex multi-disciplinary Design & Build projects, he recently joined the HS2 EDP programme. As an AtkinsRéalis ChPP scheme sponsor, Behnam works in a team to develop bespoke schemes supporting colleagues in achieving APM ChPP accreditation. Additionally, he is an assessor for the APM ChPP programme, undertaking assessments of both written and interview stages.

Manish Khanna - Project Controls Manager, Transportation, AtkinsRéalis

Manish Khanna, FAPM, PMP, CEng, is a highly experienced, motivated and result oriented professional in the field of Transportation Project Controls & Management with a proven track record in delivering small/medium and large transportation & infrastructure projects while working with AtkinsRéalis in Sharjah (UAE), Bangalore (India) & Birmingham (UK). Manish does volunteer with APM, PMI, IET and mentor / coached lot of apprentices and young professionals. As an AtkinsRéalis FAPM scheme sponsor, Manish is a Single point of contact (SPOC) for UK& I team to mentor / coach the applicants for Fellow with APM. Manish is also a Professional Review Assessor & Interviewer with IET for CEng, I Eng applications.

Behnam and Manish have very kindly allowed their presented material to be made available for viewing. The slides on Slideshare now available in our APM resources area and also embedded below for reference.