Careers at TKDA

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Alex Goerke Joins TKDA’s Aviation Division

Alex Goerke Joins TKDA’s Aviation Division TKDA recently welcomed Alex Goerke, PE, to the firm’s Aviation Division. He joins TKDA with a passion for airport engineering. He is well-versed in airport design and construction observation of both commercial and general aviation airports, and has experience in designs for light duty and heavy duty airfield pavements. […]

Matt Christensen Named Surface Transportation Vice President

Matt Christensen Named Surface Transportation Vice President Matt Christensen, PE, has been named vice president of the Surface Transportation Division. Matt joined TKDA as a graduate engineer in 1999, and most recently was the manager of the firm’s bridge group. He takes over the division’s leadership position from longtime vice president, Kevin Cullen, PE, who […]

Dan Shafer to Lead TKDA Finance Division

Dan Shafer to Lead TKDA Finance Division Dan Shafer has joined the firm as the company’s Chief Financial Officer. He comes to TKDA with 25-plus years of experience in the financial sector, and a track record of strengthening financial and operational performance, increasing cash flow, enhancing efficiencies, and improving profits. “Dan brings a solid background […]

Rochester Public Utilities Receives AIA Minnesota 25-Year Award

Rochester Public Utilities Receives AIA Minnesota 25-Year Award The Rochester Public Utilities Service Center, designed by TKDA, is the recipient of the 2020 AIA Minnesota 25‑Year Award. Established in 1981, the prestigious annual award recognizes one exemplary architectural project—between 25 and 50 years old—that stands the test of time. Designed and managed by Dean Johnson, […]

Darci Tanberg to Lead Human Resources at TKDA

Darci Tanberg to Lead Human Resources at TKDA Darci Tanberg has joined our firm as chief human resources officer. She takes over from Greg Barlow, who recently retired after serving the company for more than 20 years. Darci comes to TKDA from Taylor Corporation, where she was vice president of human resources for one of […]

Senior Project Manager joins TKDA’s West Coast Group

Senior Project Manager Joins TKDA’s West Coast Group Khy Lim, senior project manager, has joined TKDA’s San Bernardino office. Khy has almost 30 years of direct project experience, predominantly in intermodal and auto railyard design of projects located in the nation’s Southwest region. His responsibilities have included building and site design, project management, construction permit […]

TKDA’s Craig Bursch Named ASCE Fellow

TKDA’s Craig Bursch Named ASCE Fellow TKDA congratulates Craig Bursch, PE, MBA, on his recent election as a Fellow of the American Society of Civil Engineers. Fellows are recognized for their significant contributions to the field of civil engineering and creative solutions that advance the profession and change lives around the world. “We are so […]

Staying Healthy and Operational During the COVID-19 Outbreak

Staying Healthy and Operational During the COVID-19 Outbreak A Message from our President and CEO The health and safety of our employees, partners, clients and communities is our top priority for TKDA as the COVID-19 virus changes the way we work and live. Our employee-owners have adjusted to working from home, using email, video conferencing […]

5 Tips for Working Remotely

5 Tips for Working Remotely It’s better to over-communicate than to under-communicate to make sure everyone is on the same page Communication among your team is crucial when it comes to successfully working from home. If you’re questioning whether to update your team on your progress, it’s best to share it with them. With that, communicate […]

Pioneer Hall Design Wins Grand Award

Pioneer Hall Design Wins Grand Award The University of Minnesota’s Pioneer Hall expansion and renovation project received a Grand Award at the recent American Council of Engineering Companies of Minnesota’s 53rd Engineering Excellence Awards banquet. TKDA led engineering and architecture design services on the project, collaborating with KWK Architects of St. Louis, the project design […]