Beginning his career as a marine biologist, Laddie Irion thought he was embarking on his lifelong work, never imagining that 25 years later he would become Vice President and Director of URS' Air Transportation Business Line.
Making connections and building relationships has been the foundation for Laddie's success at URS. Early in his career, he collaborated with URS on a project at the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport. As an airport employee, Laddie worked alongside URS staff to assess the environmental impacts of a proposed passenger terminal building. The terminal building was approved and constructed following extensive technical and legal review. Impressed with his performance and always eager to hire the best, URS offered him a job.
Laddie's career has thrived in URS' entrepreneurial environment. He says, "URS avoids pigeonholing people, encouraging them to reach their full potential." At times, he's assumed tasks apart from his job title, running the gamut from technical and management matters to business development. "If you identify a problem and a possible solution, URS empowers you to use its resources and thoroughly supports you," Laddie adds.
Laddie's career has taken him around the world, managing major airport projects in Dallas, Los Angeles, Phoenix, Hong Kong, San Francisco, St. Louis and Washington, DC. His work also has led to his appointment to leadership positions in several aviation associations and on industry boards.
Working for URS has enabled Laddie to blend his skills with the Company's resources in order to deliver many successful projects. He has enjoyed a rewarding career that has garnered him the respect of his clients, colleagues and industry associates. He explains, "At URS, you are provided with the opportunity to succeed. It's up to you what you do with it."
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