EPC projects (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), especially at large scales such as refineries, power plants, infrastructure facilities, and oil and gas projects, require professional management, precise technical analysis, and extensive coordination among all project stakeholders. In such projects, the presence of a specialized consultant from the feasibility stage to commissioning ensures quality, reduces risk, and helps save time and cost.
This article explores the importance of specialized consulting in EPC projects and outlines the key stages of this essential partnership.
What Is an EPC Project and Why Is a Consultant Needed?
An EPC project is a comprehensive project delivery method where a single contractor handles the entire scope—from design to execution and final delivery. However, alongside the contractor, an independent and specialized consultant is essential for the following:
- Technical and economic evaluation of the plan before the project begins
- Preparing tender documents and selecting the appropriate contractor
- Monitoring the design process and ensuring compliance with engineering standards
- Quality control in equipment procurement processes
- Ensuring project implementation within the scheduled timeline and budget
- Verifying final performance and assessing operational readiness
Key Consulting Stages in EPC Projects
- Feasibility Study
At this stage, the consultant analyzes the market, costs, time, location, and execution risks to determine whether the project is viable. This stage forms the foundation of decision-making for project managers. - Preparation of RFP and Tendering
The consultant prepares technical and commercial tender documents and guides the contractor selection process to ensure the project is awarded to the most reliable executing company. - Supervision of Engineering Design
During the design phase, the consultant ensures compliance with international standards, codes, and the client’s requirements. - Equipment Procurement Monitoring
Quality control and timely procurement of materials and machinery are key EPC challenges. The consultant manages these by reviewing technical documentation and conducting factory visits. - Supervision of Construction and Execution
On-site, the consultant oversees the execution team to ensure adherence to plans, material quality, site safety, and progress according to schedule. - Testing, Commissioning, and Final Delivery
At project completion, the consultant conducts equipment testing, reviews as-built documentation, and verifies initial operation, providing an official performance approval report.
Key Qualities of a Professional Consultant in EPC Projects
- Mastery of international technical standards
- Experience with multinational project execution
- Familiarity with EPC contractual structures and related challenges
- Proficiency in professional project management software
- Independence and impartiality in technical and executive decision-making
The Role of Aras Consultant in EPC Projects
As the specialized consulting arm of Aras Holding, Aras Consultant leverages extensive experience in managing major infrastructure projects across Dubai and the region. From feasibility studies to final delivery, the company works closely with contractors and investors.
With deep knowledge of industrial and engineering project needs, Aras Consultant has played a decisive role in international projects.
Specialized consulting in EPC projects is not merely an extra expense — it is a crucial factor for project success. With a professional consultant onboard, projects not only follow the correct path but also avoid many costly mistakes. Experience shows that partnering with reputable consulting firms like Aras Consultant guarantees quality, speed, and profitability.
Aras Holding, through its subsidiary Aras Consultant, has paved the way for the success of EPC projects in Dubai and across the globe. With a professional approach, broad technical expertise, and hands-on experience in global project execution, this international group plays a key role in managing civil and industrial projects.
Utilizing modern project management methods, international standards, and a specialized team, Aras Consultant supports clients from the feasibility stage to final operation. In 2025, the presence of independent and specialized consultants is more critical than ever, and successful companies in Dubai and other global markets increasingly seek services like those offered by Aras Holding.
If you’re looking to execute complex civil projects with minimal risk and maximum return, the specialized consulting services of Aras Consultant, part of Aras Holding, offer an international, secure, and forward-thinking solution.