Craig Jorgensen | Building a Business for Generations

In this episode of Your Seat at the Table Podcast, Mike Maddock and John Tobin sit down with Craig Jorgensen, President and CEO of VJS Construction Services, to explore the journey of a fourth-generation family business that has grown from a small construction company into a nearly $300 million enterprise. Craig shares how the company evolved through a focus on relationships, customer service, community impact, and developing the next generation of leadership. The conversation also explores the importance of skilled trades, the growing labor shortage, the role of apprenticeships, and how AI and robotics could reshape the construction industry. Craig also opens up about succession planning, handing the leadership baton to his son Jake, and the legacy he hopes to leave through both his business and community involvement. In this episode, Mike, John, and Craig will discuss: (00:00) Introduction to VJS Construction Services (03:03) The Evolution of VJS Construction (05:59) Leadership Lessons and Insights (08:49) The Importance of Craftsmanship (12:09) Building Relationships and Customer Loyalty (15:13) Navigating Challenges in Construction (18:09) Community Impact and Purpose-Driven Projects (21:03) The Next Generation of Leadership (27:36) Leadership Transition and Team Dynamics (29:04) Milestones in Business Growth (32:58) Legacy Projects and Community Impact (34:04) Industry Challenges and Future Concerns (38:07) Technology and the Future of Construction (39:49) Advice for the Next Generation (40:59) Rapid Fire Insights and Personal Reflections Craig Jorgensen is President and CEO of VJS Construction Services, a $250 million general contracting, construction management, and design/build firm. He leads with a customer-centric approach, prioritizing strong relationships, exceptional service, and delivering projects on time and within budget. Under his leadership, VJS maintains an 80% repeat client base while building with purpose and investing in its employees and communities. Connect with Craig: LinkedIn:   / craigjorgensen1   Website: https://www.vjscs.com/ Follow Your Seat at the Table Podcast: LinkedIn:   / 105921361   YouTube:    / @yourseatatthetablepodcast