Building a High-Performance Workforce for Next-Gen Manufacturing
Ford BlueOval SK Battery Park Project Overview
The Ford BlueOval SK Battery Park in Glendale, KY represents a major leap forward in electric vehicle production. The sprawling campus required high-performance building systems, including complex HVAC and building automation infrastructure. A leading building systems contractor engaged Aperture Group to support their growing need for specialized roles in system installation and project delivery.
The Challenge
The scale and speed of the build created immediate labor demands that traditional staffing firms couldn’t fulfill. The contractor required highly skilled system technicians, superintendents, and cost analysts with a clear understanding of HVAC and automation systems. The urgency was compounded by the complexity of the site’s energy requirements, the integration of multiple building automation platforms, and the need to coordinate with several vendors operating on tight, interdependent schedules.
Traditional staffing approaches failed to meet the expectations for technical expertise, deployment speed, and on-site readiness. Without a reliable and consistent workforce solution, the project risked slipping off schedule—impacting commissioning timelines and jeopardizing downstream manufacturing milestones.
The Solution
Aperture Group responded by deploying a multi-role team including senior project superintendents, HVAC systems technicians, and cost analysts who were each carefully vetted for their expertise in industrial systems and large-scale, fast-paced environments. Beyond resumes, we assessed every candidate's ability to integrate with active construction teams and manage the stress of mission-critical deadlines.
Our professionals supported key scopes such as the installation and testing of chillers, pumps, fire alarm systems, and electronic BAS components. They were not only technically qualified but also trained to adapt to the evolving needs of the job site, ensuring seamless coordination with the contractor’s internal teams and external vendors.
Systems Technicians
Superintendents
Analysts
The Result
We prioritized workforce consistency. Rather than rotating workers in and out, we placed professionals who stayed with the project over extended phases, maintaining institutional knowledge and supporting continuity through critical handoffs. This stability improved communication, reduced onboarding time, and helped maintain strong momentum throughout the project lifecycle.
Our involvement helped the client maintain critical path schedules, improve team coordination, and meet energy compliance benchmarks. The engagement generated over $1 million in revenue and positioned Aperture Group as a trusted partner in the contractor’s nationwide delivery strategy.
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