Gray Announces Leadership Transition, Renewed Focus on Design-Build Excellence

Third-Generation Family Member Takes Helm as Company Enters New Chapter with Strategic Momentum

LEXINGTON, Ky., July 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Gray, a trusted leader in integrated design-build services, today announced a key leadership transition that marks both a moment of continuity and forward momentum for the business.

After 26 years of dedicated leadership in various roles, Brian Jones is stepping down from the role of CEO to serve outside Gray. Under his tenure, Jones navigated significant industry shifts, growing revenue by nearly 300% from just over $1 billion to more than $5 billion and experienced a 170% growth in team members with more than 1,300 today. While the official transition takes place on August 15, 2025, Jones will serve as an advisor throughout the remainder of the year to ensure a smooth transition and support the company's long-term vision and success.

Stepping into the role is Rebekah Gray, a third-generation member of the Gray family and daughter of Howard Gray, who led the company after the untimely death of his father in 1972. Rebekah brings a deep understanding of the company's legacy and a principled leadership style rooted in trust, collaboration, and values.

"It's an honor to carry forward the work of my father and family, and most recently, Brian," said Rebekah Gray, incoming President and CEO of Gray Construction. "Our history is one of bold decisions, hard work, and deep relationships. I'm excited to reignite this spirit with a renewed focus on our core strength: delivering integrated design-build services that create lasting value for our customers."

"I've had the privilege of watching Rebekah grow into a thoughtful leader who understands both where we've come from and where we need to go," said Stephen Gray, President and CEO of Gray, Inc., the guiding company of Gray Construction. "We've built this business on trust, relationships, and doing things the right way. Rebekah not only understands this; she lives it. Her vision is clear, her values are steady, and I have every confidence she'll guide the company forward with strength and purpose."

As part of this strategic focus, Gray is proud to announce its selection as the design-build partner for an expansion of the Clemens Food Group pork processing facility in Pennsylvania. This milestone reflects our continued strength in integrated design-build project delivery — with more exciting wins to come across our markets. This reflects the company's continued ability to deliver high-impact projects through seamless collaboration between design and construction teams.

"Design-build is at the heart of who we are," said Rebekah Gray. "It's how we've built trust for decades by bringing design and construction together to deliver smarter, faster, and more collaborative outcomes."

"What's ahead isn't a reinvention — it's a renewed energy toward what we've always done best, now with greater clarity and momentum. Our foundation was built on design-build, and we're leaning into this legacy with a renewed commitment to lead the industry."

With a new generation at the helm and a renewed commitment to design-build excellence, Gray is poised to lead with values and impact in the years ahead.

About Gray
Gray is a fully integrated design-builder delivering end-to-end solutions in construction, professional services, specialty equipment, and real estate. Since 1960, we have grown from a regional contractor to a nationally ranked leader, serving top companies in our core markets. Our comprehensive services — spanning design, engineering, construction, automation, equipment, and real estate — make us a trusted partner for every phase of a project. Whether designing and building a state-of-the-art facility, fabricating custom process equipment, or implementing advanced automation, our expertise drives innovation and value at every step. At Gray, we don't just build projects — we build lasting partnerships.

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