Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Airport Construction Specialists Since 1958
VRH Construction has been a dedicated leader in airport construction since 1958, establishing itself as the sole specialist in this niche within the Northeast United States. As a family-owned business now in its second generation of leadership, we combine decades of hands-on experience with innovative project delivery methods to meet the unique demands of airport infrastructure. Our expertise spans preconstruction planning, design-build solutions, and alternative delivery systems, ensuring operational continuity for airlines and airport authorities. With over 67 years of industry experience, we prioritize open communication, professionalism, and accountability, delivering more than 3,900 projects valued at $3.7 billion. Our self-performing capabilities, including 35 full-time tradesmen, enhance agility and cost control while maintaining the highest standards of quality.We serve major metropolitan hubs like JFK, LGA, and EWR, as well as regional airports across New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and New England. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion consistently exceeds M/WBE participation requirements by 5% or more. Through proprietary technology like VBuild and VRHDiversity+Inclusion programs, we provide turnkey solutions for ground support equipment, terminal renovations, and electrification projects. Our flat organizational structure enables rapid decision-making, and our field staff maintain SIDA badges for seamless airside access. Recognized for completing the first LEED-certified terminal at EWR and pioneering modular construction techniques, we remain at the forefront of aviation construction innovation.
Services
Airport Construction
Design-Build Delivery
Passenger Boarding Bridges
Terminal Renovations
Airport Electrification
Cargo Facility Construction
Ground Support Equipment
Preconstruction Services
Construction Management
Details
- Year established: 1958
Highlights and features
- 67 years of specialized airport construction experience since 1958
- Family-owned business with second-generation leadership
- Self-performing capabilities with 35 full-time tradesmen
- Exceed M/WBE participation requirements by 5%+ annually
- Proprietary VBuild project management technology for aviation
What people say
Operational continuity
Proven expertise
Timely delivery
Technical specialists
Family-owned reliability
Services
Airport Construction
Specialized construction services for airport infrastructure including terminals, cargo facilities, and passenger boarding bridges. Our team delivers projects with minimal operational disruption using proven methodologies. We maintain SIDA-certified staff for airside access and employ proprietary technology for precise project execution.
Design-Build Delivery
Comprehensive design-build solutions that streamline airport construction processes. This approach combines design and construction under one contract, reducing timelines while maintaining quality standards. We've completed over $550M in design-build projects for aviation clients.
Passenger Boarding Bridges
Full-service installation and maintenance of passenger boarding bridges and ground support equipment. Our VRHJetworks division offers turnkey solutions including electrical upgrades, systems integration, and commissioning for GSE infrastructure at major airports.
Terminal Renovations
Modernization of terminal facilities including concessions, security systems, and premium lounges. We implement phased construction approaches to maintain operational continuity during renovations. Completed 58 lounge facilities and 32 terminal projects across the Northeast.
Airport Electrification
Electrification solutions for airport ground support equipment including EV charging stations and power systems. Our expertise includes installing e-GSE infrastructure at JFK Terminal 4 and other major hubs while coordinating with existing facility systems.
People
Vic Wortmann Jr.
President & CEO
Third-generation leader with extensive aviation construction experience. Oversees strategic direction and operations while maintaining family commitment to quality and client relationships. Drives innovation in airport infrastructure solutions.
Jeff Konen
Chief Operating Officer
Manages day-to-day operations with focus on project execution excellence. Implements operational strategies to maintain VRH's leadership position in airport construction through process improvements and team development initiatives.
Tom Giles
Director of Jetworks
40-year aviation industry veteran leading VRHJetworks division. Specializes in ground support equipment systems integration and passenger boarding bridge installations. Provides technical expertise for complex airport infrastructure projects.
Eric Winkler
Regional Director
Coordinates regional operations with emphasis on client relationships and project delivery. Ensures consistent application of VRH's construction standards across all geographic areas including New York, New Jersey, and New England markets.
Tiffany Tinnie
Director of Human Resources
Leads talent development and employee engagement initiatives. Manages VRH's proprietary Employee Relationship Management System to maintain a collaborative workplace culture and support the company's diversity and inclusion goals.
Questions
What services does VRH Construction specialize in?
We specialize in airport construction including terminals, cargo facilities, passenger boarding bridges, and ground support equipment installations. Our services cover design-build, construction management, and specialized aviation infrastructure projects.
How long has VRH Construction been in business?
Since 1958, making us the longest-operating airport construction specialist in the Northeast United States with 67 years of continuous aviation industry experience.
Which airports do you serve?
We primarily serve NY/NJ metropolitan airports including JFK, LGA, and EWR. Our regional reach extends to New York State, Pennsylvania, New England, and Mid-Atlantic locations.
Are you a certified minority-owned business?
As a certified MBE ourselves, we maintain a 5%+ average M/WBE participation rate across projects while supporting diverse subcontractor development through our VRHDiversity+Inclusion Program.
What makes VRH different from other contractors?
We're the only Northeast company solely focused on airport construction with 35+ self-performing tradesmen, proprietary aviation technology, and second-generation family leadership maintaining our specialized expertise.
Can you handle complex airport renovations?
Yes, we've completed 32 terminal projects and 58 lounge facilities using phased construction methods that maintain operational continuity during upgrades at active airports.
