From Dates to Dollars: Advanced Cost Modeling in MS Project
From Dates to Dollars: Advanced Cost Modeling in MS Project
Microsoft Project is great for managing timelines—but what about real cost? If you’re still exporting to Excel or struggling with cost reconciliations, this session is for you.
What You'll Learn
Key takeaways from this session
Understand how to model direct, burdened, and fee-inclusive labor rates in Microsoft Project
Learn how fringe, overhead, G&A, and fee are calculated and why precision matters
Discover how to use MS Project cost rate tables (A–E) for real-time cost scenario modeling
Identify the pitfalls of fixed cost entries and how to avoid breaking your cost logic
Use VBA automation to import precision rates from Excel directly into MS Project
Model non-labor costs like materials and subcontractors using material resources and cost tables
Compare and reconcile your schedule costs with proposals, EV systems, and financial models
Streamline baseline creation, change management, and cost forecasting without leaving MS Project
Earn PDU Credits
PMI Professional Development Units
Total PDUs Available
For credential maintenance
PDU Breakdown
Ways of Working
Technical & process skills
Business Acumen
Strategic & organizational
Power Skills
Leadership & interpersonal
Watch the complete webinar to claim your PDU credits and maintain your PMI certification.
About the Presenter
Jeffrey Christoph
Jeffrey Christoph is a subject matter expert in project management, project controls, Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS), and business process optimization. He specializes in delivering practical, scalable solutions that integrate advanced technology with robust management practices. As co-founder and technical lead at Transformative Management Solutions, Jeff continues to lead development efforts on modern, scalable project control solutions including the TMS Project Foundational Framework and Djobu EVMS. His approach combines hands-on technical expertise with strategic process improvement. Previously, Jeff served as Corporate Senior Director of Business Operations at Leonardo DRS, where he led the design and deployment of a corporate-wide EVMS across eight business units. His work culminated in a successful DCMA-compliant EVMS rating for the Naval Electronics business unit—a first for the company’s ~$3 billion defense sector. Jeff’s background includes consulting for large-scale PMOs and EVMS implementations and executive roles at L-3 Communications, where he focused on international program development and integrated project control systems. Technical Expertise MS Project (Online, Server, Professional) Microsoft Power Platform (Power BI, PowerApps, Dataverse) Software Development and Design (VBA, Power Query, DAX, C#)
