BOLDT ANNOUNCES HUGGETT AS GROUP PRESIDENT OF MIDWEST OPERATIONS

MILWAUKEE, WIS. [OCTOBER 30, 2026] — The Boldt Company announces John Huggett as Group President of Midwest Operations, one of Boldt’s largest operational regions.

In this role, Huggett provides executive leadership for business operations across Wisconsin, Illinois and Minnesota, overseeing multiple teams responsible for the successful delivery of complex healthcare, industrial, mission-critical and commercial projects throughout the region. As Group President, he is responsible for strategic growth, business performance and construction operations in the Midwest.

With more than three decades of experience in the construction industry, Huggett brings a proven track record of operational excellence, customer-focused leadership, and strategic growth to the role. He leads efforts to strengthen client relationships, expand market opportunities and position the business for long-term success throughout the Midwest.

“John’s leadership has helped to strengthen Boldt’s position across some of our most important markets,” said Greg Sabel, President, The Boldt Company. “He connects clear strategy with disciplined execution and creates the alignment, accountability and high-performing teams needed to sustain our growth. He is deeply committed to our customers, our people and our culture.”

Huggett earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil and Environmental Engineering with a Construction Engineering Management Option from the University of Wisconsin–Madison in 1998. Since joining Boldt in 2005, he has held positions of increasing responsibility in project management and operational leadership, most recently leading major construction operations before assuming leadership of Midwest Operations.

Throughout his career, he has led multidisciplinary teams, managed significant construction portfolios, and helped organizations navigate changing market conditions while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, innovation and customer satisfaction.

At Boldt, Huggett has helped shape business strategy, advance self-perform construction capabilities and develop the next generation of leaders. His approach emphasizes clear direction, disciplined execution, organizational alignment and accountability while expanding Boldt’s presence in established and emerging sectors, including mission-critical construction.

"Boldt's success has always been built on strong relationships, exceptional people and a commitment to delivering results for our customers," said Huggett. "I'm honored to lead Midwest Operations and work alongside talented employees who are passionate about creating opportunities for people to thrive. Together, we'll continue building on our strong foundation while pursuing new opportunities for growth and innovation across the region."

Huggett is actively engaged in Wisconsin’s construction, education and civic communities. He serves on the boards of the Wisconsin Policy Forum and the Waukesha County Technical College Foundation.

He also serves as an adjunct professor in the University of Wisconsin–Madison Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, where he teaches Civil Engineering 492: Integrated Project Estimating and Scheduling and connects technical education with real-world project delivery, risk management and business leadership.

A trained mental-health gatekeeper, Huggett has supported suicide prevention and encouraged more open conversations about mental health in the construction industry.

His previous leadership includes service on the board of the Associated General Contractors of Wisconsin, United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County Campaign Cabinet and Chair of the Waukesha County Business Alliance Construction Executive Council. He also has served as chairman of Three Harbors Council Scouting America and a member of the Rotary Club of Milwaukee.

About The Boldt Company

The Boldt Company (Boldt) is a leading professional construction services firm with customers across the United States and is a subsidiary of The Boldt Group. Founded in 1889, Boldt is a 100% employee-owned firm headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin. Boldt is recognized as a pioneer in Lean construction and in the industrialized construction space. Boldt operates 17 offices across the U.S. that serve customers in healthcare, power, industrial, education, automotive and commercial markets.

Source: The Boldt Company.