Director of Operations

Director of Operations – Wisconsin (Restoration Division) Berglund Construction - a 115-year leader in building restoration, preservation, and complex construction - is expanding our presence in Wisconsin. We are seeking a high-energy, hands‑on Director of Operations to help scale our Wisconsin office with aggressive growth goals. This is an opportunity to lead the operations of a growing division, shape operational standards, and develop a high‑performing team in one of our most strategically important markets. About the Role As the Director of Operations – Wisconsin, you will be the primary operational driver for all restoration work across the state. You’ll own field executive, labor productivity, overall project performance, P&L results, solve problems quickly and scale the business through operational excellence. This role is ideal for a decisive, tactical, execution‑minded leader who thrives in fast‑moving environments and enjoys building operational structure in a growth market. What You’ll Do Operational Leadership Own day‑to‑day operations for the Wisconsin office Provide hands‑on problem solving and rapid issue resolution Ensure project schedules, budgets, and quality standards are met Lead project start‑ups, manage labor productivity and budget adherence Improve field coordination, change management, and cost control processes Accountable for Wisconsin Office P&L Manage and coach PMs, APMs, and Superintendents Set clear expectations and hold teams accountable Build a culture of urgency, ownership, and continuous improvement Develop operational talent to support growth Client & Partner Management Serve as the senior operational contact for clients and partners Build trusted relationships through responsiveness and transparency Represent Berglund with confidence in the Wisconsin market Performance & Strategy Own operational KPIs, including margin, safety, schedule performance, and client satisfaction Partner with business development leaders on pursuits Translate awarded work into disciplined, profitable execution Help shape long‑term growth plans for the Wisconsin office What We’re Looking For A leader who is: Urgent and decisive — thrives on real‑time problem solving Hands‑on and tactical — comfortable jumping into project challenges Energetic and driven — pushes teams toward high performance Adaptable — excels in dynamic, fast‑moving environments Confident and clear — communicates effectively with teams and clients Accountable — sets expectations and ensures follow‑through Resourceful — finds solutions even when conditions are ambiguous Qualifications 10+ years of construction or restoration leadership experience Proven success overseeing operations in complex, fast‑paced environments Experience running teams of PMs and Superintendents Restoration experience preferred (but not required for exceptional operators) Strong financial acumen and P&L accountability Why Berglund Construction? 115 years of construction and restoration excellence A growing market with significant opportunity for leadership impact Strong executive support and investment in Wisconsin A culture focused on craftsmanship, collaboration, and continuous improvement Competitive compensation, benefits, and long‑term growth opportunities Ready to Build Something That Lasts? If you’re a builder, problem solver, and operational leader who thrives in fast‑moving environments, we’d love to talk. #J-18808-Ljbffr