Connico Investing in Expertise to Support National Growth

Connico, a national consultancy serving aviation, transportation, federal and energy markets, has announced the addition of three team members who bring experience across cost estimating, construction management and field services. The new hires reflect Connico’s approach to building teams with professionals at different stages of their careers who contribute specialized expertise to the complex infrastructure projects the firm supports nationwide.

Kevin Sullivan

“Great work happens when you bring together people with different experiences and areas of expertise,” said Sri Kumar, Connico president and CEO. “Sullivan, Adeniyi and Patra each strengthen our capabilities while bringing new perspectives and opportunities to learn from one another. Building a team where people at every stage of their careers can grow is central to our mission of being the best place to work. We’re excited to welcome them to Connico and look forward to what we’ll accomplish together for our clients.”

Kevin Sullivan joins Connico as senior architectural cost specialist, bringing 38 years of experience in construction cost estimating and project management. At Connico, he specializes in the architectural components of projects, applying his extensive industry experience to develop informed and reliable cost estimates for clients.

Adetola Adeniyi

Adetola Adeniyi joins as an architectural cost specialist with 21 years of cost estimating experience across public and private sectors. At Connico, she provides cost estimating services with a focus on architectural components, supporting clients as they plan and make decisions around challenging projects.

Girish Patra recently earned a Master of Science in Civil Engineering, with a concentration in Construction Engineering and Management, and also holds a Bachelor of Technology in Civil Engineering. As a Field Analyst I, Patra collaborates with Connico’s field services team, where he provides construction oversight and supervision. When he’s not on site, he supports other departments across Connico, providing opportunities to apply his technical knowledge throughout the firm.

Girish Patra

Together, the new hires expand Connico’s ability to support clients. Their varied backgrounds reflect Connico’s commitment to bringing together experienced professionals and emerging talent, creating opportunities for people at every stage of their careers to contribute and build meaningful careers while advancing the firm’s vision of being the best place to work.

Kim Stevens

Kim Stevens is the publisher of State Aviation Journal, which he founded in 2009. A longtime commercial-rated pilot, he was introduced to state aviation in 1992 as Director of the Nebraska Department of Aeronautics, later serving as Deputy Division Director for the Arizona Department of Transportation's Aeronautics Division. From 2013 to 2018, he was Director of Communications and Operations for the National Association of State Aviation Officials (NASAO) in Washington, D.C. Relocating to North Carolina, Kim worked for the Raleigh-Durham International Airport for two years and now concentrates solely on the Journal. Prior to his aviation career, Kim spent a decade in the newspaper and magazine business.