Black & Veatch Hires Strategy Veteran Gregory Lewis as CSO
Event summary
- Gregory Lewis joins Black & Veatch as Chief Strategy Officer on February 24, 2026.
- Lewis brings over 20 years of experience in corporate strategy, M&A, and operational leadership across energy, utilities, and industrials sectors.
- He previously held senior roles at Eastman Chemical Company, Philips Lighting, and Strategy&.
- Lewis will lead enterprise-wide strategy, portfolio optimization, innovation, and M&A efforts.
The big picture
Black & Veatch’s appointment of Gregory Lewis underscores its push to strengthen strategic planning and M&A capabilities. The move comes as the engineering and construction sector faces increasing pressure to adapt to sustainable infrastructure demands, particularly in energy, water, and advanced manufacturing. Lewis’s background suggests a focus on high-value acquisitions and operational efficiency.
What we're watching
- Strategic Realignment
- How Lewis's focus on portfolio optimization will reshape Black & Veatch’s sector and regional priorities.
- M&A Activity
- Whether the hire signals an acceleration in acquisitions to bolster capabilities in energy, water, or data centers.
- Execution Risk
- The pace at which Lewis can translate strategy into tangible growth amid evolving infrastructure demands.
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