Construction Coordinator | Commercial Airfield Construction

TKDA; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits from day one

401(k) match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

TKDA is seeking a Construction Coordinator (Radio Car Operator) to support airfield construction at MSP. You will monitor vehicular activity, escort vehicles, and coordinate with air traffic control and contractors to maintain safety and security during peak season.

Seasonal work with 40–50 hours/week April through November; applicants must have law enforcement or security experience, a clean driving record, and the ability to obtain airfield driving privileges within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Ten or more years of experience in law enforcement, security operations, or emergency response management.
• Ability to react rationally and maintain emotional stability and self-control under high stress situations.
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to obtain airfield driving privileges within thirty (30) days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor vehicular activity and provide vehicle escorts for access to the airfield during construction operations, scheduled maintenance, and deliveries.
• Coordinate movement and closures with air traffic control, contractors, and airport tenants.
• Monitor construction and airfield operations for security and compliance with safety plans.
• Assist with inspections of runways, taxiways, lighting, perimeter security, and safety areas.
• Assist airport security and emergency services during severe weather or incidents.

Skills

Law enforcement experience

Security operations

Emergency response management

Communication skills

Airfield coordination

Independent work

Valid driver’s license

Airfield driving privileges

Education

Associate degree in Law Enforcement or related field

Job description

Our employee-owned and integrated team of multi-disciplined professionals has multiple opportunities available for Construction Coordinators, also referred to as Radio Car Operators! Our team has an extensive history providing engineering and planning services to the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). For decades, we have been involved in the rehabilitation and construction of a wide range of projects at MSP including runways, taxiways, aprons, utilities, and roadways as well as NAVAIDS, fueling facilities, and security enhancements.

As a member of our team, you would be responsible for monitoring vehicular activity and providing vehicle escorts for those needing access to the airfield during construction operations, scheduled maintenance activities, and material deliveries. You will also be responsible for coordinating movement and closure activities with air traffic control, contractors, and airport tenants and monitoring construction and airfield operations for security purposes and compliance with construction safety plans. On occasion, you will provide assistance with inspections of runways, taxiways, lighting, perimeter security, and safety areas. In the event of severe weather or potential airport emergencies (accidents, security threats, or hazardous spills), you will provide assistance to airport security and airport emergency services.

Since this opportunity is closely integrated with construction operations, it is more seasonal in nature. The majority of applicable working hours would be conducted during the peak construction season from April through November for approximately 40-50 hours per week. Safety training and pre-construction planning and reviews will be conducted during the off-peak season on an intermittent / as-needed basis. Candidates must have flexibility to work both day and evening shifts along with occasional weekends and holidays during the peak construction season.

Required Qualifications

• Ten or more years of experience in law enforcement, security operations, or emergency response management.
• Ability to react rationally and maintain emotional stability and self-control under high stress situations.
• Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication skills; Ability to participate in and lead coordination discussions in advance of and during construction operations as well as during construction progress meetings and observations.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record; Ability to obtain airfield driving privileges within thirty (30) days of employment.

Advantageous Qualifications

• Associate degree in Law Enforcement, or related field.
• Previous experience or familiarity with airport operations or airfield construction activities.

Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.

Note:

To be considered for this position and to perform the assigned responsibilities, the selected candidate must complete and pass all background and security requests required by state and/or federal agencies responsible for aviation operations as an ongoing condition of employment.

Join Our 100% Employee-Owned Firm

At our company, every employee is an owner. From the front desk to the corner office, every one of our 430+ professionals thrive on collaboration and holistic development. Our success is collective, and so are the rewards.

Comprehensive Benefits

• Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
• Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses
• HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan
• 401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals
• ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits
• Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year

Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community.

TKDA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status, gender identity, or any other characteristics protected by law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, all applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.

All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship needs or requirements. TKDA does not sponsor any type of employment visas, including but not limited to H‑1B, F‑1 OPT/CPT, TN, or other work authorization programs.

*Pre-Employment Screening*

Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.