Legacy & trust Established 115-year history and family ownership position Berglund Construction as a trusted partner for complex restoration and general contracting projects, suggesting high client retention potential and opportunities to upsell to ongoing maintenance or phased modernization programs.

Historic & restoration focus Experience restoring landmark and campus projects for institutions like University of Chicago and Northwestern University indicates strong capabilities in sensitive restorations, Preservation Act compliance, and high-value bids, presenting openings to pursue similar university, government, and cultural property opportunities.

Awards & leadership Recent Enterprise of the Year recognition and new talent leadership appointments signal growth momentum and an expanding leadership team, creating entry points for executive relationships, partnerships on large-scale projects, and expanded service lines such as talent management and project delivery.

Regional expansion Promotion of regional director and ongoing Illinois-focused leadership, plus a Midwest project track record, indicate potential to pursue expansions in state and nearby markets with targeted proposals for campus renovations, historic restorations, and multi-family or commercial redevelopment.

Tech-enabled delivery Adoption of Procore and cloud tools (AWS, Microsoft 365) aligns with modern project management and collaboration needs; leverage these capabilities to position Berglund for integrated construction management, digital twins, and streamlined bidding with clients seeking efficiency and risk reduction.