Saudi Aramco GI 20.520 PROJECT CHANGE REQUESTS

This document, Saudi Aramco General Instruction GI 20.520, outlines the mandatory procedures for Project Change Requests (PCRs) within the Saudi Aramco organization. It details the purpose, scope, and approval process for PCRs, which are essential for documenting and managing changes to project scope, schedule, and cost.

Key topics covered include definitions of scope changes, thresholds for approvals, initiation and routing of PCRs, and the role of various departments such as the Capital Programs Division (CPD) and Financial Accounting Department (FAD). The document also specifies when PCRs are required, the associated cost estimation standards, and the approval levels based on the magnitude of the change.

It clarifies the distinction between PCRs and formal contract amendments like Change Orders (COs) and Contract Amendments (CAs). This instruction is crucial for ensuring proper financial control, project integrity, and adherence to Saudi Aramco's project management framework.

It provides a clear roadmap for managing project deviations and ensuring that all modifications are adequately justified, documented, and approved before implementation, thereby minimizing risks and maintaining project alignment with business objectives. Ideal for project managers, cost controllers, financial analysts, and project engineers working in the oil and gas industry, particularly within large-scale capital projects.