SAN DIEGO, Calif. (Feb. 20, 2026) – Chris Hjerling has joined Sundt Construction as district business development manager in Southern California, strengthening the company’s pursuit and client development efforts across the region.

He will work with project teams to refine pursuit strategies, support proposals and interviews, and expand client relationships throughout Southern California.

“Chris brings a valuable perspective because he understands construction from both the owner and pursuit sides,” said Ryan Nessen, senior vice president and California district manager. “We are looking forward to learning and growing with Chris on our team.”

Hjerling’s career includes consulting, public speaking and coaching. He has led sales and presentation training nationwide. In addition, Hjerling was an owner-builder and owner’s construction manager supporting a decade of restaurant and bar developments.

He holds a Bachelor of Science from San Diego State University.

About Sundt

Sundt Construction, Inc. (www.sundt.com) is one of the country’s largest and most respected general contractors. The 135-year-old firm specializes in transportation, water and wastewater, advanced facilities, heavy industrial and mining, building, concrete and renewable power work and is owned entirely by its 4,500 employees. Sundt is distinguished by its diverse capabilities and experience, unique employee-ownership culture and depth of self-perform expertise in multiple trades. Much of Sundt’s workforce is comprised of skilled craft professionals who, together with the company’s administrative employees, enable Sundt to fulfill its mission to be the most skilled builder in America. Sundt has 13 offices throughout California, Arizona, North Carolina, Texas, Washington, Utah and Florida and is currently ranked the country’s 46th largest construction company by ENR, the industry’s principal trade magazine.