Tom Phalen

Tom Phalen joined Rice Center for Engineering Leadership (RCEL) in July, 2015 after a 38 year career with Fluor, a Fortune 100 Engineering and Construction Company. He brings proven leadership and management skills to the Center, having led large multi-cultural and multi-discipline teams in executing projects. During his career at Fluor, he held a variety of positions including process engineer, department management, engineering management, project management and operations management. Throughout his career, he led teams varying in size from a few members to over 2,000 as General Manager of Fluor’s Houston office. He has served as a Project Director on large projects and has led teams that included multiple offices and cultures simultaneously. Mr. Phalen combines technical engineering expertise with experience in project planning and control, and as an RCEL member, he strives to bring learners the practical lessons learned from leading teams and managing people in today's global environment.

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Engineering Project Management: Scope, Time and Cost Management (Coursera) Coursera
Rice University

Engineering Project Management: Scope, Time and Cost Management (Coursera)

Management & Leadership

Discover the essential skills for successful engineering project management with our in-depth course. From defining project scope to managing time and costs, you'll gain a thorough understanding of the key processes that drive project success. Learn practical techniques for change management and improve your ability to forecast project outcomes effectively.

Jun 8th 2026
5-12 Weeks
Planning Management Project Management
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Engineering Project Management: Risk, Quality, Teams, and Procurement (Coursera) Coursera
Rice University

Engineering Project Management: Risk, Quality, Teams, and Procurement (Coursera)

Management & Leadership

Dive into the world of Engineering Project Management with our specialized course designed to equip you with the skills needed to navigate risk, maintain quality standards, manage diverse teams, and expertly handle procurement processes. This course will transform your approach to project management, ensuring not just on-time delivery but also high-quality results.

Jun 8th 2026
5-12 Weeks
Project Management Risk Management Human Resource Management
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Engineering Project Management: Initiating and Planning (Coursera) Coursera
Rice University

Engineering Project Management: Initiating and Planning (Coursera)

Management & Leadership

Embark on a journey to become an adept Engineering Project Manager with our specialized Coursera course. This program is designed to equip you with the essential skills needed for initiating and planning engineering projects effectively. From managing stakeholders and relationships to organizing your team and developing a robust project charter, this course will guide you through every crucial step of the process.

Jun 1st 2026
5-12 Weeks
Planning Management Project Management
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