Consulting and project management are two interrelated fields in engineering and construction. The role of consultancy is to provide technical advice and guidance to clients at various stages of the project, from design to implementation and maintenance. Consulting includes design advice, selection of appropriate materials and technology, and technical problem solving.

Project management involves planning, coordinating and monitoring all aspects of the project from inception to completion. The project manager efficiently manages human, financial and material resources to ensure high quality project implementation, on time and on budget, by organizing schedules, managing contracts, following up on work progress, and solving problems that may arise.