Mount Juliet, Tenn. – November 11, 2026 – Connico, a leading 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.
“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 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.
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.
About Connico
Connico is a national independent infrastructure consultancy built to solve the most complex problems affecting how people move and live. For more than 35 years, the firm has helped owners and project teams see the full picture, make confident decisions and move technical work forward. Connico combines expertise in cost estimating, scheduling and phasing, program and project management and construction administration with the speed, judgment and personal service major projects demand. The firm serves aviation, transportation, energy and federal clients. Headquartered near Nashville, Tenn., Connico also has offices in Atlanta and Cincinnati and team members across the country. More information is available at connico.com.
