Ferrovial Construction expands leadership team
to support next phase of growth
AUSTIN,
Texas, July 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ferrovial, a
leading global infrastructure company, today announced changes to
its construction division's leadership team. Pepe Baraja has been appointed CEO for the U.S.
and Canada, reporting to Ferrovial
Construction CEO Ignacio Gastón.
Baraja replaces Angel Luis Sanchez,
who was promoted to serve a global role as Major Projects and
Operations Director.
Ferrovial's construction division is a key pillar in its value
creation, providing end-to-end technical, engineering, and
production capabilities to deliver complex projects. The company
prepares for its next phase of growth as infrastructure investment
strengthens in the U.S.
"These appointments are a natural evolution of our organization
and play to each executive's strengths," said Ferrovial
Construction CEO Ignacio Gastón.
"Pepe's deep knowledge of the company, coupled with his proven
ability to lead intricate, large-scale projects, will be invaluable
as we execute our growth plans."
As Major Projects and Operations Director, Sanchez defines
strategy and directs bidding, budgeting, forecasting, and
performance reviews of major projects. Additionally, Sanchez
oversees their project controls, operations structures, and global
workforce planning. Sanchez has been with the company for 35 years,
holding several leadership positions within the construction
division.
Baraja now oversees all ongoing projects and business
development activities in North
America as Ferrovial intensifies its efforts in the U.S.
Baraja first joined the company in 2002 and has led many complex
projects. Most recently, Baraja served as chief operating officer
for the U.S. and Canada, involved
with key projects such as the New Terminal One at JFK International
Airport in New York and the
Ontario Line in Toronto.
"Ferrovial has been designing, building, and operating essential
infrastructure in North America
for 20 years, and there are many opportunities to increase our
presence and create value," said Baraja. "I'm thrilled to step into
this role at such an exciting time for the company and continue
delivering high-quality infrastructure for communities."
About Ferrovial
Ferrovial (Nasdaq: FER) is a leading global infrastructure
company transforming highways, airports, and energy infrastructure
across North America and around
the world. With approximately $27
billion in market capitalization, Ferrovial is North America's largest listed road and
airport infrastructure company. The company has operated in
North America for more than 20
years building and managing toll roads in Ontario, Texas, Virginia, and North
Carolina, and is currently developing the New Terminal One
at JFK International Airport in New
York. Ferrovial is present in more than 15 countries, with
global headquarters in Amsterdam
and U.S. headquarters in Austin,
Texas. For more information, visit Ferrovial on LinkedIn and
X @ferrovial, and at ferrovial.com
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