Konrad Steyn

Stood up cost takeout and strategic sourcing programs across $200M–$500M in CAPEX and OPEX, consistently delivering 6–13x ROI through should-cost modeling, vendor rationalization, and contract optimization. Embedded procurement and operations strategy early in project development to ensure CAPEX investments are designed for maximum output, scalability, and long-term efficiency. Identified and addressed critical client needs—driving business development and sales by delivering solutions that enhanced operational performance and improved profitability. Led M&A and divestiture support for Fortune 500 clients, building centralized procurement models, streamlining supplier bases, and accelerating synergy realization post-transaction. Designed market entry strategies for global companies expanding into the U.S. and LATAM, aligning sourcing operations with local compliance and growth goals. Built resilient procurement and supply chain frameworks to help clients manage geopolitical risk, tariff exposure, and supplier volatility. Structured robust contracts to align with top-tier vendors, optimize capital deployment, and ensure execution excellence. Established sustainable strategic partnerships between clients and suppliers to drive long-term value, collaboration, and aligned commercial outcomes.

Graduated with Magna Cum Laude honors, with concentrations in Finance and International Business, combining quantitative acumen with global strategy insight. Teaching Assistant across four core undergraduate areas: -Entrepreneurial Business: Explored frameworks for high-growth ventures and turnaround strategies, emphasizing innovation, resource constraints, and strategic pivots. -International Business: Examined the intersection of cross-border trade policy, market entry strategy, and cultural intelligence in global business expansion. -Business Law & Ethics: Focused on real-world case studies involving corporate governance, regulatory environments, and the ethical implications of controversial business decisions. -Business Management: Analyzed organizational behavior, leadership theory, and the role of structure and controls in driving sustainable, scalable operations. Led the Net Impact "Up to Us" Campaign, a nationwide initiative focused on building awareness and discussions around U.S. fiscal policy, debt sustainability, and long-term economic resilience. Developed a strong foundation in strategic thinking, global market dynamics, and business leadership through both coursework and applied academic engagement.

Sustainability Strategy Development | Vassar College | Carbon Neutrality 2030 Initiative Created a multi-year implementation roadmap aligning short-, mid-, and long-term sustainability goals with capital planning and operational priorities Contributed directly to Vassar’s 2030 carbon neutrality roadmap, positioning the institution as a leader in sustainable, inclusive, and forward-thinking campus development Designed a scalable model to balance historic preservation with carbon reduction, ensuring that sustainability upgrades respected and retained architectural heritage Developed a comprehensive three-part strategic building code and guideline framework, integrating: Global best practices in sustainable design and construction, Cutting-edge building technologies and materials, and Updated building codes to guide all future capital and renovation projects Partnered with senior leadership, facilities, and academic stakeholders to identify campus-wide opportunities for energy efficiency and emissions reduction Drove organizational transformation by redesigning operational structures to support cross-functional collaboration between students, faculty, and facilities teams

Co-founded and led a multidisciplinary design firm delivering architectural and urban design solutions across South Africa and Namibia, spanning infrastructure, housing, and luxury residential projects. Managed a diverse portfolio of clients, partnering with government organizations, private sector developers, and individual clients to drive impactful, context-sensitive design outcomes. Oversaw all aspects of the South African operations, including project management, business development, financial planning, marketing, and client relations. Led the planning and design of urban renewal strategies for rural communities on city peripheries, emphasizing spatial equity, sustainable growth, and inclusive development. Advanced Regenerative Urbanism through projects that embedded sustainable design principles and high-yield organic food systems into rural and peri-urban master plans. Served as lead designer and thought leader, presenting research papers in Copenhagen, Denmark and Longyearbyen, Norway, while delivering keynote talks and participating in global forums to promote sustainable, historically layered, and inclusive urban-rural design thinking.

Taught second-year architecture students in design and technical construction, integrating design theory, material systems, and constructability within South Africa’s spatial and political context. Developed and delivered original course content focused on design philosophy, construction techniques, and material properties—guiding students to connect conceptual thinking with real-world application. Mentored students to solve complex spatial challenges through innovative, community-centered design approaches that promote integrated social change.

Examining the work and schemes of architecture students and advising on improvements for finale exams

Research: African urban development, general urban design principles in a western world, social housing development Architectural design: Social housing developments, middle-income residential buildings, high-income residential buildings, office and retail buildings Urban Design: Inner city redevelopment, social housing development frameworks Presentation and documentation SHRA submissions

Assisted the design development and finalisation of both architectural orientated projects as well as residential scale and city scale urban design projects. Model building to demonstrate urban design visions, principles, as well as residential architectural projects and details.