Balfour Beatty Appoints Brian Prebenda as Florida Business Unit Leader

November 9, 2026

JACKSONVILLE, TAMPA & ORLANDO, Fla. - November 9, 2026 - Balfour Beatty announces the appointment of Brian Prebenda as senior vice president and Florida business unit leader for its U.S. Buildings operations, strengthening the company's leadership and supporting continued growth across Florida.

The appointment is part of Balfour Beatty's long-term succession planning and follows the recent appointment of John Harris as president of Southeast Buildings. Together, the leadership transitions underscore the company's commitment to developing leaders from within and ensuring continuity across its operations, client relationships and growth strategy.

A 27-year Balfour Beatty veteran, Brian oversees the company's Florida business, providing leadership across operations, project delivery, client relationships and strategic growth. He previously served as senior vice president of operations across multiple Florida markets and brings extensive knowledge of the company's people, clients and operations.

Throughout his tenure, Brian has helped strengthen Balfour Beatty's presence across a diverse portfolio of markets. In Central Florida, the company has established a strong hospitality and entertainment portfolio through work on world-class attractions and resort destinations for Universal Orlando, The Wave Hotel and numerous projects for the region's major theme parks.

His leadership also supports Balfour Beatty's growing aviation portfolio, including work at Jacksonville International Airport and a renewed presence at Orlando International Airport through projects such as the Airsides 1 and 3 restroom renovation and addition and concessions renovation. In South Florida, Brian has also helped advance the company's multifamily and hospitality portfolio through Broken Sound Residences and Miami Beach Convention Center Hotel projects while expanding its higher education work with projects at Nova Southeastern University and Florida Atlantic University.

Balfour Beatty has also expanded its presence in Tampa under Brian's leadership, opening an office that supports active projects including renovations at Hotel Cala (formerly known as Hotel Tampa Riverwalk) and the construction of the Edge Collective Phase II and Manor Riverwalk projects. Looking ahead, his focus includes advancing opportunities in aviation and higher education while maintaining strong client relationships and building on the company's established presence across Florida.

"Brian brings a deep understanding of our business, our clients and the Florida market," said John Harris, Balfour Beatty president of Southeast Buildings. "His appointment reflects the strength of our succession planning and our commitment to developing experienced leaders who understand our clients and communities. Brian's leadership will help us build on the strength of our Florida operations while positioning the business for continued growth."

Commenting on his appointment, Brian states: "Our teams have built tremendous momentum across Florida," said Prebenda. "I'm proud of what we've accomplished together and excited about the opportunities ahead. My focus remains on supporting our people, strengthening relationships with our clients and partners and continuing to grow our capabilities across the state."