Katie Helfert

Katie Helfert is a seasoned professional in project management with extensive experience across various organizations. Currently serving as Director at VVA Project & Cost Managers since April 2022, Katie previously held roles such as Senior Associate and Project Manager at CBRE from August 2021 to April 2022, and Project Manager II at Anser Advisory from July 2018 to August 2021. Early career positions include Assistant Project Manager roles at Ascent PgM and Lendlease, Senior Planner for the Village of Lisle, and Project Manager/Planner in the City of Naperville. Educational credentials include a Master of Urban Planning and Policy from the University of Illinois Chicago and a Bachelor of Science in Political Science with a focus on Urban Studies from Illinois State University.