b'CARGODTW17potential liquidated damages while maintaining full schedulein person and in real time, ensured that the building supported visibility and client confidence, Garamoon explains. the operational needs of the sort system, rather than dictating its Another challenge was addressing the facilitys substantiallayoutan important model for cargo sort building projects. power requirements. Coordinating with utility providers, theThe Iafrate Construction team agrees that maintaining a airport and external agencies required extensive planning tofull-time, on-site presence alongside the contractor and design ensure the facility received the necessary power supply on time. engineers facilitated real-time collaboration and quick problem-As construction of the new facility neared completion, FedExsolving. While video conferences, emails, etc. were used, the identified a shortage of landside parking for 53-foot trailers andin-person meetings and discussions were a huge advantage has since engaged the team to design an additional trailer lotand a major factor in avoiding extended delays and keeping the just east of the new building. The original site plan was limited bysitework on schedule, Thomson relates. surrounding wetlands, which restricted how much land could beReflecting on the overall execution, team leaders stress the developed. We were only allowed to impact a certain amount ofvalue of communication and a unified approach when navigating those wetlands, Hadar comments. complex and fast-paced construction. This project showcased the value of collaboration, proactive procurement and strategic Valuable Lessons Learned phasing, says Busen, of The Christman Company. It was a With sufficient airfield space, cargo operations can truly growteam effort that achieved major milestones despite significant and modernize at this site without significantly disrupting airportlogistical constraints.activity, notes Esposito. Its a win-win [regarding] the goals of eachA solid logistics plan was also critical, as multiple trades stakeholder, he says.had to work simultaneously. Unlike most airfield projects, Nimry, from Ghafari Associates, notes that designing thewe had to contend with the construction of a major building building and sort system together, with both teams collaboratingwhile performing our scope of the project, Thomson recalls. SCAN TO BOOST EFFICIENCY AMID CHECK OUTOUR FULL LINE WORKFORCE CHALLENGES OF AIRPORTPRODUCTSPREMIUM PRODUCTS, IMPROVED EFFICIENCY, LESS MAINTENANCE/DOWNTIME Graco Line Striper Low Profile Barricade No Tools NeededRunway Closure Markers800.525.8876 | WWW.SHERWININDUSTRIES.COMContract # 110122-SWNAirportImprovement.comSeptember 2025'