Abstract
In recognition of
Women in Construction Month, PMINJ’s Construction Local Community of Interest (LCI) will host a
90-minute panel discussion featuring women leaders contributing to some of New Jersey and New York’s most complex public infrastructure programs.
This informational session introduces attendees to the
four core domains of the PMI Construction Professional (PMI-CP™) credential through real-world perspectives.
Panelists from the
Port Authority of New York & New Jersey (PANYNJ), NJ Transit and MTA will share how these domains show up in practice across large, multi-stakeholder capital projects.
The panel discussion will be structured around the PMI-CP domains:
- Communications
- Scope and Change Management
- Interface Management
- Contracts and Risk Management
These domains reflect the latest PMI-CP™ credential curriculum and are recognized as the core competencies for construction project management professionals.
Panelists will also reflect on their professional journeys, leadership responsibilities, and lessons learned working within complex infrastructure environments offering attendees a grounded view of both the
technical and human aspects of construction delivery.
This webinar is intended for project managers, construction professionals, engineers, and practitioners seeking an
informational introduction to PMI-CP concepts, while recognizing and celebrating the contributions of women advancing the built environment.
Registration
- $0.00 - PMINJ Chapter members
- $5.00 - Non-members (no refund)
- The link to the virtual meeting will be included in
the Registration Receipt
- Download the Zoom app at: https://zoom.us/download
Speakers
Evelyn Davila, PMP, PMI-CP is a project management leader and consultant known for translating strategy into executable plans and guiding productive, outcome-focused dialogue. She brings cross-industry experience across retail operations, corporate support, marketing, technology enablement, and project delivery, with a strong emphasis on governance, alignment, and execution.
Evelyn is a PMP® and PMI-CP® credential holder, OSHA-30 certified, and an active leader within the Project Management Institute. She serves as PMI’s inaugural Regional Lead for the USA within the Construction Ambassador Program Advisory Team and holds multiple leadership roles with PMI New Jersey, including Project Manager for the Corporate Advisory Board and founder of the chapter’s Construction Local Community of Interest (LCI).
As a moderator, Evelyn is valued for her direct, pragmatic style, her ability to connect perspectives across roles and industries, and her focus on keeping conversations purposeful, inclusive, and grounded in real-world practice.
Tamisha Lansiquot is a Construction Executive with over 20 years of experience. She has specialized in complex construction, environmental consulting, and project management across the New York region. She currently serves as Vice President Program Executive-Industry Services at MTA Construction and Development (MTA C&D), where she cultivates strategic relationships with contractors, consultants, stakeholders, and operating agencies to ensure seamless project delivery.
Dedicated to industry excellence, Tamisha is currently spearheading the development of agency standards designed to foster collaboration and empower cross-functional teams. She is a member of the mentoring committee at MTA C&D where she demonstrates her dedication to supporting and guiding young professionals as they advance their careers in the transportation industry. She is on the 2026-2027 Board of Directors for Women in Transportation - Greater New York Chapter.
Tamisha's leadership philosophy is rooted in transformational leadership—leveraging emotional intelligence to build high-performance teams and fostering a culture of mutual accountability and trust.
Lisa Navarro, P.E. is a senior supervising engineer at the New Jersey Turnpike Authority, the agency that owns and maintains both the NJ Turnpike and Garden State Parkway. Lisa has worked at the Authority for the past 22 years, now leading Highway Design Section within the Engineering Department.
Lisa is supported by her team, charged with Highway Design for various projects in the Authority’s robust Capital Improvement Program, such as the Newark Bay-Hudson County Extension Improvements Program, New Jersey Turnpike Interchange 1 to 4 Capacity Enhancements Program and Garden State Parkway Milepost 80 to 83 Operational Improvements, as well as state of good repair projects including guide rail improvements and culvert repairs.
In 2009, Lisa was named the Young Engineer of the Year by the American Society of Civil Engineers NJ Section and in 2022 Lisa accepted the incredible honor of Woman of the Year from WTS New Jersey.
