Linda Ryder

Linda Ryder is an experienced MEP Project Manager currently leading projects for the Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority at AECOM, contributing to the ambitious BNA VISION plan aimed at accommodating growth in Middle Tennessee. Prior to this role, Linda served as Project Manager at Parsons Brinckerhoff overseeing design and construction for state-owned buildings, and was President at Logik, Inc., managing fire protection installations. Additional experience includes serving as Sr. Project Manager at Beers Construction, where Linda managed significant projects like the new $33 million science building at Austin Peay State University and the $55 million Nashville Main Library. Linda's extensive background also includes roles with Smith Seckman Reid, Turner Construction, Lang Engineering, McDowell Building Corp, Schlumberger Well Services, and Tennessee Valley Authority. Linda holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Tennessee Technological University and an MBA in Finance from Middle Tennessee State University.