With more than 21 years of experience in project controls, cost management, and business operations, Don Julaton brings a wealth of expertise and global perspective to the Pathfinder team.
Throughout his career, Don has supported projects valued at more than $40 billion across a diverse range of industries, including advanced manufacturing, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, renewable energy, oil and gas, petrochemicals, infrastructure, and government programs.
Currently serving as a Senior Cost Manager for a leading renewable fuels project in the Midwest, Don oversees critical project controls functions including cost management, forecasting, earned value analysis, reporting, change management, and risk identification. He works closely with project leadership and stakeholders to ensure sound financial performance and successful project delivery.
Don's career has taken him across North America, the Middle East, Central Asia, Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, Africa, and Eurasia. He has supported major capital projects for Fortune 500 manufacturers, global engineering and construction firms, pharmaceutical companies, consumer products organizations, biotechnology companies, and government agencies.
Known for his strategic mindset and analytical approach, Don specializes in cost management, forecasting, estimating, project scheduling, earned value management, and business operations. He is also passionate about mentoring and developing project controls professionals, helping teams strengthen both technical capabilities and project performance.
Don holds a Master of Business Administration in Global Management and a Bachelor of Business Administration with concentrations in Finance and Economics. He is an affiliated member of the Project Management Institute (PMI) and has completed Project Management Professional (PMP) Boot Camp training.
