With over 30+ years of experience, I am a certified and recognized leader in the field of cost engineering, specializing in project controls, cost estimating, CPM scheduling, risk management, change order review, and value engineering. I advise PMO offices on cost estimating strategies to plan, develop, and execute projects efficiently and effectively across various sectors and geographic locations.My mission is to serve, train, and communicate "best in class" cost, schedule, and risk tools and techniques to oversee and support the fiscal year ROI planning, budgeting, forecasting, bidding, change control, claims, and auditing functions for construction programs, projects, and portfolios. I have held leadership positions that allowed me to develop my skills in hiring talent, training personnel, mentoring teams, implementing and executing processes, and following projects through their entire life cycle and benchmarking results for future improvements. I also contribute to the professional development of the cost engineering community as a Technical Board Co-Director of Recommended Practices and a Certification Exam Advisory Group member at AACE International.With over two decades of consulting experience, I am a seasoned subject matter expert (SME) specializing in project controls, cost estimating, and scheduling within the construction sector. My extensive background includes collaborating with Fortune 500 companies, where I've excelled in risk management, value engineering, and understanding complex contracts.Throughout my career, I've been recognized for my ability to save capital and dollars by solving construction problems efficiently. As a dedicated mentor, I've successfully managed teams and fostered an environment of collaboration, emphasizing teamwork in achieving project goals. My expertise extends to technical writing, evident in published papers and engagements as a public speaker.I hold multiple certifications, reflecting my commitment to excellence, and have been honored with awards in the field. Additionally, my contributions extend beyond project management; I am a member of the AACE Technical Board, showcasing my dedication to advancing the profession. With a foundation as an economist, I bring a unique perspective to supply chain and procurement strategies, encouraging engagement as both an academic practitioner and a dynamic team player in the construction industry.