Programs | American Airlines Terminal 8

Open Gates to Contracts, Jobs and Information

John F. Kennedy International Airport is getting ready to welcome a new American Airlines Terminal 8. The project will improve the overall customer experience, with a total of 70,400 square feet of added space including 33,000 square feet of public space. Another 57,500 square feet of existing space will be refurbished.

To build the new Terminal 8, American Airlines and Holt Construction are committed to engaging, preparing and hiring certified Minority and Women Owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs), Local business Enterprise (LBEs) and Construction Workers for the project.

Our programs are strategically designed for certified firms and the local community workforce who want to get to work on the JFK Terminal 8 project. Each group has its own “gate” designed to provide the educational tools and resources needed to work on this historic project.

Register for a session that works for you. Sessions will be available in January 2021.

UPCOMING SESSIONS - APRIL

Get Pre-Qualified

Friday, April 9, 2021
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m MWBEs/LBEs

This session will take you through, step-by step, the complete Holt Pre-Qualification process. You will have an opportunity to ask questions and determine which documents you have or might be missing. This is your first step to bidding on a contract. Both MWBEs and LBES need to pre-qualify.

Find Opportunities in the Building Trades: Pathways 2 Apprenticeship (P2A)

Friday, April 16, 2021
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m WORKFORCE

P2A assists people from low-income communities to access union construction apprenticeships, which are pathways to safe, secure, middle class careers. We strive to serve justice involved individuals, residents of public housing, and the under-employed. P2A serves as a link between community organizations that assist these communities and the building trades industry.

Opportunity Friday Office Hours: Meet the T8 Team

Friday, April 23, 2021
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m MWBEs/LBEs

Take this opportunity to meet one-on-one with the team managing the American Airlines JFK Terminal 8 Expansion. Different representatives will be on-hand to talk about upcoming opportunities, your pre-qualification status, the project labor agreement and any questions you have on the project.

Opportunity Friday Office Hours: Meet the Subs

Friday, April 30, 2021
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m MWBEs/LBEs

This networking session will provide you with the opportunity to meet the subcontractors working on the American Airlines JFK Terminal 8 project. Utilize the exciting virtual portal to meet one-on-one with subcontractors to find the right sized contract for your company.

past sessions - January

Get Pre-Qualified: Your First Step to Getting a Contract

Friday, January 8, 2021
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
MWBEs/LBEs

What is a Project Labor Agreement, and How Do I Sign On?

Friday, January 15, 2021
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
MWBEs/LBEs

The JFK Terminal 8 Expansion requires that all firms either be a union contractor, union subcontractor or sign on the Project Labor Agreement (PLA). This must-attend session will start with the basics of a PLA and review the JFK Terminal 8 Expansion PLA. It will also review your rights under a PLA, how to find union labor and how MWBEs and LBEs can participate on the project.

How do I find the Right Project for My Company? [Go vs. No Go Projects]

Friday, January 22, 2021
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
MWBEs/LBEs

You have to find the right opportunity for your company. Large firms evaluate whether they want to bid on a project or pass. This session will help you navigate the factors to consider so that you can bid on the right project and increase your chances of winning a contract.

Holt Opportunity Friday: HASPs: Creating Your Health and Safety Plan

Friday, January 29, 2021
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
MWBEs/LBEs

This very important session conducted by Holt’s Safety Team will help you build and implement a site safety plan for your projects. Health and Safety Plans, commonly called HASPs, are an important part of your construction program and will enable you to manage projects better, control risk and inevitably increase your safety rating (EMR) and ultimately reduce insurance costs.

February

Preparing a Bid: What They Never Taught You in School

Friday, February 5, 2021
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m MWBEs/LBEs

Conducted by Holt’s Estimating Team, this session will review what you need to do and know as you prepare a bid submission. Learn from experts who understand what to include in your bid, what you need to consider to keep a profit margin and also be sure to understand the terms and conditions of your bid response. They didn’t teach this in school – so get ready to better understand the art and science of bid preparation.

Find Opportunities in the Building Trades: Non-Traditional Employment for Women (NEW)

Friday, February 12, 2021
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m WORKFORCE

This session will introduce women to opportunities in the Building Trades. Meet the experts from Non-Traditional Employment for Women (NEW) – the country’s leading program for women in the building trades. Lean in to a conversation from some NEW graduates and women already on the jobsite.

Insurance: Understanding OCIPS

Friday, February 19, 2021
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m MWBEs/LBEs

Insurance policies and the coverages they provide are often very confusing. This session, led by insurance industry experts, will help you understand the coverages included in the Owner Controlled Insurance Program (OCIP) provided by American Airlines. It will also review the additional insurance you will be required to have in order to bid on a project. This session will demystify your insurance policy for you.

Getting Certified with PANYNJ and ESD

Friday, February 26, 2021
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m MWBEs/LBEs

Not certified yet as an MWBE with either the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey or New York State? This session will include professionals from PANYNJ and ESD who will help you navigate this important step in building your business.

MARCH

Find Opportunities in the Building Trades: Construction Skills

Friday, March 5, 2021
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m WORKFORCE

If you want to explore a position in the building trades, check out The Edward J. Malloy Initiative for Construction Skills (CSKILLS) to learn more about the technical assistance this organization can provide.

Find Opportunities in the Building Trades: Helmets to Hardhats

Friday, March 12, 2021
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m MWBEs/LBEs

Learn about Helmets to Hardhats – a nonprofit program that connects transitioning active-duty military service members, veterans, National Guard and Reservists with skilled training and quality career opportunities in the construction industry! The program is designed to help military service members successfully transition back into civilian life by offering them the means to secure a quality career in the construction industry.

First Quarter T8 Project Update

Friday, March 19, 2021
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m MWBEs/LBEs

Take this opportunity to check-in with the American Airlines JFK Terminal 8 Expansion team. Receive a project update, learn about new contract opportunities and how your firm can connect with American Airlines and Holt Construction.

Are You Covered? What You Need to Know About Your Insurance Policy

Friday, March 26, 2021
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m MWBEs/LBEs

With the rising cost of insurance and different types of policies available, how do you know which plan is best for you and your company? This important session will provide information on what types of insurance you need to work on the JFK Terminal 8 expansion. Insurance experts will also review which policies to avoid and how to make the choice that will keep you covered and protected!