Can the mission keep moving while the facility is under construction? October 23, 2026 The following is authored by Tim Bayes, MPP, PMP, who serves as Kleinfelder's East Division Federal Market Manager and U.S. Air Force Program Lead. Bringing more than 26 years of experience leading infrastructure, engineering, construction, and mission support programs in complex federal environments, Tim is a retired U.S. Air Force Command Chief who oversaw organizations of more than 4,200 personnel, 31 aircraft, and a $311 million budget before joining Kleinfelder. He now leads federal business development and program delivery efforts, helping clients address infrastructure, environmental, facilities, resilience, and mission readiness challenges. Construction on an active military installation is different from work on a typical commercial site. The facility may be undergoing significant improvements, but the mission must continue throughout construction. That reality creates challenges in how the project should be planned and delivered. Construction must be planned around the mission. Success requires a clear understanding of installation operations, security requirements, occupant needs, access limitations, and the potential effects of construction on mission-critical activities. These considerations should be incorporated into the project from the beginning - rather than addressed after work is underway. Planning around the mission is key to success. Construction phasing should reflect how the installation operates. Work may need to be sequenced around training activities, operational schedules, secure areas, occupied spaces, or limited shutdown windows. Temporary facilities and services may also be needed to maintain operations while permanent systems are taken offline. Depending on the project, this could include temporary utilities, alternate access routes, protective barriers, environmental controls, and interim workspaces. The objective is to create a construction plan that allows improvements to move forward without creating unnecessary disruption to essential operations. Coordinate early to avoid operational impacts. Early coordination is a must. Utility shutdowns, equipment outages, road closures, and construction in occupied areas can have consequences beyond the immediate work zone. These activities should be identified early and coordinated closely with installation personnel. The project team should clearly communicate with the installation staff on the following: * What systems or areas will be affected * When the disruption will occur * How long the impact is expected to last * What temporary measures will be available * What contingency actions will be taken if conditions change This coordination gives installation personnel the information they need to prepare while giving the construction team a better understanding of operational constraints. Access and security require continuous management. To keep interruptions at a minimum, access planning is also critical on an active military installation. Construction personnel, vehicles, equipment, and deliveries must move through the site without interfering with installation traffic or compromising security. Clear access plans can help separate construction activities from facility operations, maintain emergency routes, protect occupants, and reduce conflicts at gates and active work areas. These plans should be reviewed throughout construction because security requirements and operational priorities may change. Communication doesn't end When construction begins. Finally, remember the coordination cannot end once construction begins. All stakeholders need a consistent process for sharing updates, discussing upcoming activities, and responding to changing conditions. Regular communication helps the team adjust work sequences, resolve field issues, and schedule disruptive activities around the installation's priorities. It also allows concerns to be addressed before they develop into safety issues, operational impacts, change orders, or schedule delays. At Kleinfelder, Kleinfelder understand that successful federal project delivery means balancing facility improvements with the client's broader mission requirements. By integrating those requirements into planning, design, and construction-phase services, project teams can safely advance critical improvements while maintaining continuity, readiness, and essential operations. Kleinfelder can help. Mission continuity is not something to be addressed during construction. It must be built into project planning from day one. If you're preparing for a project on an active installation, Kleinfelder'd welcome the opportunity to discuss the operational considerations that can help support a successful outcome.

Kleinfelder, a San Diego-based engineering and environmental services firm, has hired Jason C. Williams as national aviation leader. He will guide the growth and strategy of its aviation business. Williams has over 30 years of experience across the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), large airports, and military installations. He most recently served as director of operations at IEA Inc., where he led a 135-person team. Earlier, he was lead community planner at the FAA's Louisiana and New Mexico Airports District Office, managing grants worth over $300 million annually. At Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, he worked on a $10 billion, 10-year capital improvement plan and helped secure a $180 million letter of intent for airfield infrastructure. Kleinfelder employs over 3,300 people at more than 100 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia.

Kleinfelder names Jason C. Williams as National Aviation Leader. October 13, 2026 at 06:00 AM EDT i This article is third-party content and does not represent the views of this site. Tamar Securities, LLC make no guarantees regarding its accuracy or completeness. The Kleinfelder Group, Inc. ("Kleinfelder"), a leading engineering, design, construction management, construction materials inspection and testing, and environmental professional services firm, announced today that Jason C. Williams has joined Kleinfelder as National Aviation Leader. In this role, Williams will lead the growth and strategic direction of Kleinfelder's aviation portfolio, leveraging over 30 years of comprehensive experience across the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), large-hub commercial airports, military installations, and international infrastructure consulting engagements. Williams brings a proven track record of executive leadership, strategic capital planning, and complex infrastructure execution. Most recently, he served as Director of Operations at IEA Inc., where he led civil engineering and infrastructure operations for a 135-person multidisciplinary team while overseeing federal contracting strategy and multi-state market expansion. Prior to his leadership role at IEA, Williams served as Lead Community Planner for the FAA's Louisiana and New Mexico Airports District Office (ADO). In this position, he managed capital improvement programs and federally funded grants valued at over $300 million annually across 110 airports, while overseeing more than 80 airport layout plans, master plans, and airspace planning initiatives. His extensive background also includes over seven years in key management roles at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW). At DFW, Williams led major aviation planning efforts supporting a $10 billion, 10-year capital improvement plan, directed airfield asset maintenance strategies to minimize operational downtime, initiated planning for the Northeast and Southwest End-Around Taxiway System, and coordinated with the FAA and U.S. Department of Transportation to secure a $180 million letter of intent for critical airfield infrastructure. His technical focus at DFW also spanned innovation and future mobility, including advanced air mobility (AAM) and electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicle (eVTOL) airspace capacity studies in collaboration with FAA headquarters. "Jason's unique combination of experience as an airport owner/operator representative, FAA regulator and planner, and consultant brings immense value to our aviation clients," said SVP and Transportation Market Leader Houman Makarechi. "His ability to translate large-hub operational best practices into scalable, practical solutions for airports of all sizes will be pivotal as we continue expanding our footprint and supporting the modernization of aviation infrastructure nationwide." "I am excited to join Kleinfelder at a time when airports across the country face critical needs for capital infrastructure renewal, capacity expansion, and modern technology integration," said Williams. "I look forward to partnering with our talented technical teams to deliver tailored, forward-looking solutions that meet the evolving operational needs of airport stakeholders and local communities." Williams holds a Master of Business Administration, cum laude, with a specialization in strategic management & marketing from Villanova University, a Bachelor of Science in Aeronautics magna cum laude, from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, and an Executive Certificate in Strategic Execution from the University of Virginia's Darden School of Business. He is a certified FAA Air Traffic Controller and a Certified Member of the American Association of Airport Executives. Kleinfelder. Bright People. Right Solutions. Founded in 1961, Kleinfelder is a leading engineering, design, construction management, construction materials inspection and testing, and environmental professional services firm. Kleinfelder is proud to have been recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Employers for Engineers. Kleinfelder employs over 3,300 professionals and operates from over 100 office locations in the United States, Canada, and Australia. The company is headquartered in San Diego, California. Poised for growth, Kleinfelder continues to provide high-quality solutions for its diverse client base. Visit Kleinfelder.com and follow Tamar Securities, LLC on LinkedIn/Kleinfelder. Contacts. Dustin Esposito Vice President, Communications [email protected] (617) 498-4627 Report this content If you believe this article contains misleading, harmful, or spam content, please let Tamar Securities, LLC know.