Danielle Nichol Leyva
About Danielle Nichol Leyva
Danielle Nichol Leyva is a Senior Estimator at Swinerton Builders, specializing in cost planning, quantity surveying, and value engineering within the construction industry. She has a diverse background in estimating and project management, with experience at various firms including Hmc Architects and Mack5.
Current Role at Swinerton Builders
Danielle Nichol Leyva currently serves as a Senior Estimator at Swinerton Builders in San Francisco, California. She has held this position since 2019. In addition to her role as Senior Estimator, she has also been a Lead Estimator at the same company since 2018. Her responsibilities include cost planning, quantity surveying, and value engineering, which are critical components in the construction industry.
Previous Experience in Construction Estimation
Prior to her current role, Leyva worked at Swinerton Builders as an Estimator from 2017 to 2018. She has also held positions at Hmc Architects as a Cost Estimator from 2005 to 2009 and as a Staff Accountant from 2003 to 2005. Additionally, she worked at Mack5 as a Cost Planner from 2009 to 2011. These roles have contributed to her extensive experience in cost estimation and planning.
Education and Qualifications
Danielle Leyva earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration with a focus on Accounting from California State University, Fullerton, where she studied from 1999 to 2003. She also attended Norco College, studying Construction from 2010 to 2011. Her educational background supports her expertise in the construction and business sectors.
Specialization in Cost Planning and Value Engineering
Leyva specializes in cost planning, quantity surveying, and value engineering within the construction industry. Her expertise extends to tendering and new business development, making her a valuable asset in project management and financial planning in construction.
Experience in Interior Design and Project Management
Before her current roles, Danielle Leyva worked as a senior interior designer at Optima for Reengineering & Project Management. This experience provided her with a diverse skill set that complements her work in construction estimation and project management.