In 2004, he took over the struggling Start, and in his first season in charge, Start won the 1. divisjon and were promoted. In their return to the top flight, Start had a great spring season, and won the silver medals, only one point behind winners Vålerenga.
In 2004, he took over the struggling club Start and led them to promotion in his first season by winning the 1. divisjon. During their return to the top tier, Start had a successful spring season, finishing second only one point behind Vålerenga, who won the championship.