Suffolk Hires Leif Johnson to West Coast Aviation Team, Furthering Firm’s Commitment to Driving Innovation and Expansion in High-Growth Sector

California-based leader will leverage data and insights to manage projects and demonstrate how technology continues to push the industry forward

Suffolk, one of the largest and most innovative real estate and construction enterprises in the country, is announcing the addition of Leif Johnson as Project Executive of its Aviation team on the West Coast. Mr. Johnson brings with him strong relationships on the West Coast, experience managing airport construction projects, and a commitment to leveraging technology and data to increase efficiencies on projects. Mr. Johnson will leverage his deep knowledge of the aviation sector and his understanding of client needs to manage project execution and support business development efforts in the region, enabling Suffolk to continue to expand its aviation footprint and portfolio in the region.

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Leif Johnson has joined Suffolk’s West Coast Aviation team to manage business development and project execution. (Photo: Business Wire)

“The aviation sector is experiencing significant growth in California and throughout the country due to the increase in infrastructure spending, and Suffolk is well-positioned to be the national leader in airport construction and expansion projects,” said Sam Sleiman, Executive Vice President of National Transportation and Aviation at Suffolk. “Leif has a proven track record for building strong client relationships, leading teams and successfully delivering the most complicated and sophisticated airport construction projects. We are thrilled he has joined the Suffolk family.”

Mr. Johnson expressed excitement about joining Suffolk because of the company’s wealth of experience in the aviation sector, outstanding reputation for client service, impressive portfolio of high-profile and challenging projects, and heavy investment and commitment to leveraging innovation, data, artificial intelligence and technology to provide a more seamless and predictable construction process for clients. Mr. Johnson was also attracted to Suffolk’s strong corporate culture, core values and community involvement that permeates the company’s offices and jobsites.

“Suffolk has a strong reputation in the industry for leveraging data and cutting-edge technologies that add real value to airport and transportation construction projects. This unwavering commitment to innovation and technology was a key factor that piqued my interest in joining the Suffolk team,” said Mr. Johnson. “We are in the midst of an exciting era of growth and rejuvenation in the aviation sector, especially when you consider the passing of the infrastructure bill and the continuous increase in air travel. I am excited to join a team of innovators committed to transforming our industry and making its mark on the aviation market.”

Suffolk is a national leader in managing the most sophisticated and complex aviation and transportation projects. Suffolk is currently managing 10 active aviation projects throughout the country, including Terminal C renovations and the electric central utility plant (eCup) at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport; a design-build expansion and renovation to Airsides A and E at Tampa International Airport; and a 14-gate Terminal E concourse at Southwest Florida International Airport in Fort Myers. Suffolk was recently awarded CMAA Project Excellence award for its extensive renovations and additions to the Boston Logan International Airport Terminal B to C Connector project and the CMAA Project Achievement award for preconstruction and construction management services for the Boston Logan International Airport Terminal E Modernization project.

About Suffolk

Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates and invests. Suffolk is an end-to-end business that provides value throughout the entire project lifecycle by leveraging its core construction management services with vertical service lines that include real estate capital investment, design, self-perform construction services, technology start-up investment (Suffolk Technologies) and innovation research/development.

Suffolk – America’s Contractor – is a national company with more than $5.5 billion in annual revenue, 2,800 employees, and offices in Boston, Massachusetts (headquarters); New York City, New York; Miami, West Palm Beach, Tampa and Estero in Florida; Dallas, Texas; Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego in California; Portland, Maine; and Herndon, Virginia. Suffolk manages some of the most complex, sophisticated projects in the country, serving clients in every major industry sector, including healthcare, life sciences, education, gaming, transportation/aviation, federal government and public work, mission critical and commercial. Suffolk is privately held and is led by founder, chairman and CEO John Fish. Suffolk is ranked #8 on ENR’s list of “Largest Domestic Builders” and #8 on its list of “Top CM-at-Risk Contractors.” For more information, visit www.suffolk.com and follow Suffolk on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Instagram.

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