Construction firms continue increasing investment in workforce planning and leadership development as labor availability and succession management remain critical industry concerns. Berglund Construction has expanded its executive workforce strategy with the appointment of Leslie Hagemann as Director of Talent Management, a newly created position focused on companywide talent development initiatives.
The contractor said the role will support organizational growth, leadership continuity and long-term workforce planning as Berglund expands operations across multiple regional markets.
Hagemann brings more than two decades of experience in talent management, organizational development and employee training programs. Her responsibilities at Berglund Construction will include oversight of succession planning, leadership development, career advancement strategies and recruitment initiatives.
According to the company, the position was established to better align workforce development efforts with operational growth objectives and business planning.
Berglund Construction said the appointment comes as the company continues expanding into additional regions and managing broader organizational growth initiatives.
The addition of a dedicated talent management executive reflects a broader trend among contractors investing in internal workforce systems to address skilled labor shortages, leadership transitions and employee retention challenges.
Construction firms across the United States have increasingly formalized training, mentorship and career development programs as competition for experienced project managers, superintendents and skilled trades professionals remains elevated.
Berglund Construction operates across multiple sectors including healthcare, education, commercial, industrial, civic and residential construction markets.
For contractors and construction owners, workforce planning and leadership development have become increasingly important as firms scale operations and pursue larger, more complex project portfolios.
Investments in talent acquisition and succession planning can support project continuity, operational efficiency and long-term organizational stability. Contractors expanding into new geographic markets are also placing greater emphasis on structured employee development programs to support growth and maintain labor capacity across regional operations.
Source: Berglund Construction.
