With over a decade of preconstruction experience, Cara brings exceptional expertise to her role as Director of Predevelopment. A graduate of Georgia Institute of Technology’s Civil Engineering program, Cara expertly navigates the early stages of budgeting, from programming through to design development. She is uniquely positioned to serve the needs of our clients by leveraging historical cost data, advanced analytics, and current market insights to develop accurate and comprehensive cost estimates. Cara’s passion for the industry and for estimating shines through in every project. She goes beyond traditional estimating by collaborating closely with clients, architects, and project teams to find creative, cost-effective solutions that align with the project vision. Her expertise ensures that each project moves seamlessly from concept to construction, making her an invaluable asset in pre-development.
Q&A with Cara
What do you enjoy doing outside of your time at Juneau?
Spending time with my Husband and two boys, Liam & Hudson.
What do you enjoy most about the work that you do?
I enjoy delving into the initial stages of project conceptualization to uncover unique and innovative solutions. Whether addressing a challenging site, navigating jurisdictional restrictions and requirements, resolving programming complexities, and balancing these factors against budget constraints, I find the process both engaging and rewarding!
If you could be anywhere in the world right now, where would it be?
Home with my family.