Project Engineer and Cost Engineer with expertise in financial management for large-scale construction projects. Highly skilled in forecasting, risk assessment, and optimizing budgets to improve efficiency and profitability. Dedicated to maintaining safety, quality, and client satisfaction across all phases of project delivery.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cost Engineer / Sr. Field Engineer
Ballard Marine Construction
Detroit
01.2025 - Current
Manage all project financials, including cost tracking, accounts, forecasting, and billing, for a $25M, 2-year marine construction project
Prepare detailed cost estimates and bids for marine construction projects using HeavyBid, supporting competitive proposals and project award success
Collaborate with project leadership to implement technical solutions and best practices that improve field productivity, reduce costs, and enhance schedule performance
Perform daily field engineer duties, including quantity tracking, work planning, progress reporting, and providing engineering assistance to crews
Lead the preparation of project documentation—RFIs, QC reports, safety records, and work plans—supporting compliance with owner and industry standards
Field Engineer
Ballard Marine Construction
Detroit
05.2021 - 12.2024
Ensured compliance with safety standards across all project activities
Coordinated material procurement with supplies to maintain project schedules
Prepared concise project status reports for stakeholders
Performed quality assurance checks to uphold workmanship standards
Assisted in scheduling and resource allocation to meet project milestones
Supported cost tracking and forecasting to keep project within budget
Construction Intern
CA Ventures
Chicago
05.2019 - 08.2019
Assisted with site inspection for safety and quality compliance
Supported PMs with construction documentation and reporting
Coordinated vendor and supplier deliveries of materials
Scheduled and tracked milestones with subcontractors
Camp Counselor
Camp Crosley Ymca
North Webster
05.2017 - 08.2018
Supervised and guided groups to ensure safe, structured activities
Coordinated team schedules and led group programs effectively
Responded to incidents with sound judgment and a safety focus
Fostered a positive, engaging environment through leadership and communication
Education
Bachelor of Science - Construction Management
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
Skills
Budgeting, forecasting, and cost control
Project planning and scheduling (MS Project, Excel)
Risk assessment and mitigation
Quality assurance and control inspections
Technical problem-solving and field engineering support
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