I've seen a lot of industrial projects struggle, not because of execution issues but because the initial planning wasn't strong enough. Industrial work is a whole different level compared to residential or small commercial jobs. There are more variables, bigger budgets, and tighter timelines, so even small estimation errors can turn into major cost overruns later.
One thing that really makes a difference is having detailed industrial estimates (https://kellyestimating.com/services/industrial-estimating-services/) from the start. It helps in understanding material quantities, labor requirements, and overall project scope much more clearly. Without that, it's easy for things to get out of control midway through the project.
In my opinion, investing time in proper estimation early on saves a lot more time and money later. Curious to hear how others here manage cost planning for large-scale industrial projects?