JFK New Terminal One

The New Terminal One at JFK International Airport is a state-of-the-art terminal spanning 2.6 million square feet. It redefines the international passenger experience with its expansive public spaces, cutting-edge technology, and world-class amenities. The project features a total of 23 gates, over 300,000 square feet of dining, retail, lounges, and recreational space, as well as indoor green spaces and sustainability features like a solar hot water system.

DBM Vircon’s Scope of Work

The project scope for DBM Vircon encompassed model finalization and the creation of comprehensive shop drawings for the structural steel components of the main head house. This included detailed plans for the fabrication and erection of large box column steel members featuring complex cast steel joints, as well as the unique tapered bow tie shaped clerestory that defines the building’s distinctive silhouette. Our team’s expertise in structural steel detailing, coupled with advanced modeling software, ensured the accuracy and efficiency of the fabrication process.

Project Highlights & Challenges:

The expedited timeline for this project presented significant challenges, necessitating innovative approaches to structural steel detailing. To overcome these hurdles, DBM Vircon established a collaborative workflow with the design team, utilizing Tekla model sharing to facilitate efficient communication and coordination. Our team’s proactive review of the model identified potential issues early in the process, ensuring the accuracy of the final design.

Despite the dynamic nature of the project, with design modifications occurring throughout the fabrication phase, DBM Vircon successfully managed and incorporated these changes, resulting in a final structure that aligns with the project vision. The project highlights the successful integration of advanced technology, collaborative teamwork, and problem-solving expertise to deliver a complex structural steel package within an aggressive schedule.