Since 1910, TKDA has supported the industries and infrastructure that move natural resources to communities and markets. Building on that legacy, TKDA has developed a new Mining Division, expanding our investment in the people and specialized expertise that help mining clients solve complex operational, technical, and business challenges.
This new division strengthens an established area of TKDA’s business at a time when demand for mining and critical minerals expertise continues to grow. Our team currently supports mining operations across the United States and Canada, providing design solutions for projects that include systems for transloading, transportation, and material handling and processing.
“Creating this division represents our commitment to meet the growing needs of mining industry clients,” said TKDA President and CEO Jeff Lipovetz. “We have talented people with firsthand experience working in active mining operations. They know how to develop solutions grounded in how mining facilities operate. This investment will build on that strong foundation by expanding our team and strengthening our specialized services for mining clients at multiple stages of their operations.”
TKDA’s approach combines direct mining operations experience with the much wider breadth of technical knowledge available across the firm. Engineers, architects, planners, and specialized experts can draw on in-house capabilities essential to successful mining operations, including rail and facility design, to build a team with the varied skills and insights needed to help clients overcome any technical barriers they may encounter. With offices and staff in major mining regions across the Upper Midwest, Pacific Northwest, and American Southwest, TKDA is well-positioned to support clients nationwide.
As part of launching the new Mining Division, TKDA also promoted Brian “Bud” Mickelson to Mining Vice President. In this role, Bud will oversee the growth of TKDA’s mining services portfolio. He brings more than 20 years of experience across the mining, manufacturing, power, and steel industries. Prior to joining TKDA in 2015, he worked at Magnetation and Cleveland-Cliffs, actively supporting plant operations for both organizations.
“I’ve been around mining my whole life, and my roles at TKDA have allowed me to continue working and living in mining communities,” Bud said. “Our new Mining Division is TKDA’s commitment to supporting the industry and the regions that depend on it.”
Bud Mickelson
Mining Vice President
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