Rising passenger demand, aging facilities and the need to maintain airport operations during major construction programs are increasing the complexity of aviation infrastructure delivery. Jacobs has received industry recognition for its airport design work for the second consecutive year, according to the company's Aug. 12 announcement.
Jacobs' airport portfolio spans planning, preconstruction, engineering, program management, delivery and operational readiness.
Recent work includes the $1.6 billion CLEvolution modernization program at Cleveland Hopkins International Airport, the replacement passenger terminal at Hollywood Burbank Airport and a capital investment program at London Gatwick Airport.
The projects involve upgrades and expansion while airports continue operating, requiring coordination between construction activities and ongoing passenger and aviation operations.
Jacobs also works on infrastructure beyond passenger terminals, including runways, taxiways and airport transportation systems.
Recent projects include airfield investments at Denver International Airport and modernization of the automated aerotrain at Kuala Lumpur International Airport. In India, Jacobs is supporting planning and delivery activities at Noida International Airport.
Digital and sustainability initiatives are another component of the company's aviation work. At Heathrow Airport, Jacobs is supporting a decarbonization program using a tool that helps evaluate emissions-reduction measures and investment priorities. At King Salman International Airport in Riyadh, the work includes runway design, sustainability planning, digital systems and preparation for smart airport operations.
Airport construction programs also require preparation for the transition from construction to active operations. Jacobs' Operational Readiness, Activation and Transition practice works with airport stakeholders on people, processes, systems and facilities before new infrastructure enters service.
Recent activation work at Pittsburgh International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport has focused on coordinating operational transitions while limiting disruption.
Jacobs' continued recognition comes as airport owners undertake major capital programs involving capacity, modernization, sustainability and technology. For owners and contractors, the projects highlight the need to coordinate design and construction with ongoing airport operations and long-term infrastructure performance.
Source: Jacobs.
