Construction Coordinator / On-Site Representative | Commercial Airfield Construction

TKDA•Bloomington, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

TKDA is hiring Construction Coordinators, also referred to as Radio Car Operators, to support commercial airfield construction at Minneapolis–St. Paul International Airport (MSP). The role supports construction, scheduled maintenance, and material deliveries by monitoring vehicle activity and escorting vehicles that need airfield access. It coordinates movement and closure activities with air traffic control, contractors, and airport tenants, and monitors construction and airfield operations for security and compliance with construction safety plans. The position may also assist with inspections of runways, taxiways, lighting, perimeter security, and safety areas, and provide assistance to airport security and emergency services during severe weather or potential airport emergencies. The work is closely integrated with construction operations and is seasonal in nature. Most applicable working hours occur during the peak construction season, April through November, at approximately 40–50 hours per week. Safety training and pre-construction planning and reviews take place intermittently on an as-needed basis during the off-peak season. The role requires flexibility to work day and evening shifts and occasional weekends and holidays during the peak season. Candidates must pass required pre-employment background and aviation security screening and maintain any required state or federal approvals as an ongoing condition of employment.

Requirements

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 in high-stress situations.
Strong interpersonal skills and effective verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Ability to obtain airfield driving privileges within 30 days of employment.
Flexibility to work day and evening shifts and occasional weekends and holidays during the peak construction season.
Ability to complete and pass background and security checks required by state and/or federal aviation agencies.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Monitor vehicular activity and provide vehicle escorts for people needing airfield access during construction operations, scheduled maintenance, and material deliveries.
Coordinate movement and closure activities with air traffic control, contractors, and airport tenants.
Monitor construction and airfield operations for security and compliance with construction safety plans.
Occasionally assist with inspections of runways, taxiways, lighting, perimeter security, and safety areas.
Assist airport security and airport emergency services during severe weather or potential airport emergencies, including accidents, security threats, or hazardous spills.
Participate in and lead coordination discussions before and during construction operations, as well as during construction progress meetings and observations.