Neil Devlin
About Neil Devlin
Neil Devlin is a Construction Manager with extensive experience in project management and cost analysis, currently working at Exponent since 2022. He has held various roles in the construction industry, including positions at AECOM Hunt, Turner Construction Company, and CORE International Consulting.
Work at Exponent
Neil Devlin has been employed as a Construction Manager at Exponent since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing construction projects, ensuring that they are completed on time and within budget. His expertise includes preparing and maintaining detailed cost reports to identify potential cost exposures and savings in real time. Devlin's experience in managing projects in various sectors contributes to his effectiveness in this position.
Previous Experience in Construction Management
Prior to his current role at Exponent, Neil Devlin held several positions in the construction industry. He worked at AECOM Hunt as a Project Engineering Intern from 2012 to 2013 and later served as an Assistant Project Manager / Project Engineer at Hunt Construction Group from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, he gained experience as a Dispute Resolution Specialist at CORE International Consulting in 2021 and as a Project Engineering Intern at Turner Construction Company in 2011.
Education and Expertise
Neil Devlin studied at California State University-Sacramento, where he earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Construction Management and an Associate of Science (AS) in Business Administration, Management, and Operations. His education has provided him with a solid foundation in project scope development, productivity analysis, and cost estimating. Devlin has participated in forensic analysis on major international construction claims, enhancing his expertise in dispute resolution.
Skills in Project Management
Neil Devlin possesses a range of skills essential for effective project management. He is adept at preparing, updating, and reviewing Critical Path Method (CPM) schedules and performing change order analyses. His experience includes managing projects in the power transmission and aviation sectors, with project values ranging from $5 million to over $1.1 billion. Devlin also provides field quality control and supervision, ensuring adherence to project specifications.
Diverse Roles in Construction
Throughout his career, Neil Devlin has served in various roles within the construction industry, including program manager, owner’s representative, general contractor, trade subcontractor, and dispute resolution specialist. This diverse experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the construction process and the ability to offer recommendations for best practices and process improvements.