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Gateways to the World

Over 70+ years of Experience

Services
  • Construction Management
  • Program Management
  • General Contracting

Delivering Excellence in Aviation Construction

H. J. Russell & Company has decades of experience delivering complex aviation projects that enhance passenger experience and airport infrastructure. From terminal renovations to airside improvements and program management, we know how to work efficiently in secure, active environments. As a trusted partner at major airports like Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta, we consistently meet tight schedules, uphold safety, and exceed expectations.

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Smart Solutions for Complex Aviation Environments

At H. J. Russell & Company, our team of aviation experts ensure every project enhances the passenger experience, maintains airport operations, and meets budget and timeline requirements.

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Our Areas of Expertise:

  • Terminal Renovations & Upgrades: Experience modernizing terminals to enhance passenger flow and comply with updated safety and accessibility standards.

  • Modular Construction: Delivered efficient and high-quality modular solutions for airport facilities, enabling faster deployment with minimal disruption to operations.

  • Concessions Build-Outs: Completed multiple retail and restaurant tenant improvements within airports, balancing aesthetics, code compliance, and tight scheduling.

  • Infrastructure & Airside Support: Involved in utility upgrades, airside improvements, and support facilities tied to overall airport growth and FAA standards.

  • Construction Management at Risk (CMAR) and Program Management: Provided leadership and oversight on large-scale capital improvement programs.

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Building the Future of Aviation with Decades of Experience

H.J. Russell & Company, the nation’s largest African American owned construction and program management firm, has been a pioneer in the aviation industry for over 70 years. With unparalleled expertise in program management (PM) and construction management (CM) services, we excel in delivering complex programs that meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.

We are proud of our impactful work at major airports across the country, including:

  • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)

  • Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • Miami International Airport (MIA)

  • George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)

  • Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA)

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Hartsfield-Jackson Development Program

Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport Development Program – Atlanta, Georgia

ATLNext Program

ATLNext, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport’s 2030 Master Plan – Atlanta, Georgia

DFW Terminal Renovation and Improvement Program – Dallas, Texas

Notible Projects

Supporting Airports Across the U.S.

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Curtis Wilson

Vice President of Transportation and Infrastructure
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Damian Lee

Texas Division Lead
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Boston Division Lead

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Curtis Wilson

Vice President – Transportation and Infrastructure

Curtis Wilson is a nationally recognized leader in transportation and infrastructure with over 34 years of experience delivering multi-billion-dollar capital programs across the aviation, water, transit, and municipal sectors. As Vice President at H.J. Russell & Company, Curtis has directed more than $20 billion in public and private infrastructure investments, including transformative programs such as ATLNext ($20B), the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport Capital Program ($5B), the City of Atlanta Clean Water Initiative ($4.2B), the Los Angeles World Airports Capital Program ($15B), and More MARTA Atlanta ($6B).

Curtis brings deep expertise in standing up and operating high-performing Project Management Offices (PMOs), program governance frameworks, and fully integrated project controls. His technical command spans CPM scheduling, earned value management, risk analysis, and enterprise program management information systems (PMIS).

A certified Project Management Professional (PMP), Curtis is also a dedicated mentor and team builder, known for cultivating high-performance teams that thrive in complex, fast-paced environments. He is a longtime member of the Project Management Institute (PMI) and the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE), and remains committed to driving innovation in capital project delivery nationwide.