7 noteworthy construction C-suite moves

An article from 7 noteworthy construction C-suite moves

Construction’s bullpen lineup, like a building timeline, is constantly in flux. Catch up on appointments from firms such as Swinerton, Balfour Beatty and Gilbane.

Published Aug. 6, 2026

Joe Bousquin Senior Editor

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A rendering of TerraPower Isotopes' Bellwether Laboratory in Philadelphia, Pa. Gilbane is working on the project. Courtesy of TerraPower Isotopes

Construction’s ranks are filled with movers and shakers who literally change skylines. Often, the firms they work for announce roster changes in their executive suites at the beginning of the year.

But career trajectories, along with building schedules, rarely stand still. Major contractors continued to make promotions and additions to their teams through July, as some seasoned vets retired. Here, Construction Dive rounds up the latest executive moves in the industry through July.  

• Bryan Construction names new CFO By Matthew Thibault • March 12, 2026

  With the appointment, the Colorado Springs, Colorado-based contractor will look to bolster its work in the federal and commercial construction markets. Read the full article ➔

• Swinerton taps NYC leader to head Northeast region By Matthew Thibault • March 19, 2026

  Jay Quackenbush, former market head for the builder’s New York City region, plans to expand his new market’s reach into New England. Read the full article ➔

• Barton Malow makes C-suite, executive changes By Matthew Thibault • March 20, 2026

  The shifts and additions in responsibility for four executives align with the contractor’s strategy of pursuing new businesses, according to a Barton Malow spokesperson. Read the full article ➔

• Zachry Construction names new president, keeps focus on water projects By Matthew Thibault • April 24, 2026

  Travis Mross, who started as an intern at the San Antonio-based builder, takes the role as demand for water infrastructure rises. Read the full article ➔

• Balfour Beatty hires new legal chief By Matthew Thibault • June 26, 2026

  Ed Egerton, who brings more than 20 years of experience in infrastructure, engineering and energy, is the firm’s second C-suite addition to come from AtkinsRéalis in the last year. Read the full article ➔

• FlatironDragados names 2 US C-suite members By Matthew Thibault • July 24, 2026

  Building on the momentum from the Flatiron-Dragados merger two years ago, the firm’s U.S. arm has named a new president and chief operating officer. Read the full article ➔

• Gilbane names new CFO By Matthew Thibault • July 28, 2026

  Robert Dillard, who most recently held the chief financial role at KB Home, will join the parent company of Gilbane Building and Gilbane Development. Read the full article ➔

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