Gray Earns Top 5 National Ranking for Industrial Process Projects

Placement reflects continued success delivering specialized facilities in advanced manufacturing, food and beverage, and other sectors

LEXINGTON, Ky., May 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Gray, an integrated design-builder specializing in end-to-end solutions in Construction, Professional Services, Specialty Equipment, and Real Estate, has earned a top five ranking in Engineering News-Record's annual Top 400 Contractors list.

Gray came in at No. 4 in this year's rankings for "Industrial Process," a category covering a broad range of industries including pulp & paper, steel & non-ferrous metal facilities, pharmaceutical & chemical plants, and food & beverage. Gray has ranked in the top five of ENR's Industrial Process category for four consecutive years.

"Ranking among the top five in the nation is a direct reflection of our team's commitment to excellence and precision across every phase of the project," says Brian Jones, president & CEO, Gray Construction. "I'm incredibly proud of the work we're doing to help our customers grow, innovate, and lead industries forward."

In October, Gray was recognized as the No. 1 contractor in food & beverage for the third consecutive year in ENR's Top Contractors Sourcebook and was in the top 10 in automotive plants, manufacturing, and data centers.

Gray's integrated design-build approach is a key driver behind its success in delivering complex industrial process facilities. By uniting design and construction under one umbrella, Gray streamlines communication, reduces risk, and accelerates timelines, providing critical advantages in sectors where precision and speed are essential. This model enables Gray to consistently meet the evolving needs of customers across markets.

This year's ranking is driven by major projects across the country, including Qcells' industry-shaping solar manufacturing facility in White, GA; QTS' expansive data center campus in New Albany, OH; Yakult USA's probiotic beverage facility in Cartersville, GA; Aurubis' greenfield smelting plant in Augusta, GA; and Trina Solar's large-scale manufacturing site in Wilmer, TX, among many others.

ENR rankings are based on U.S. construction revenue from the previous year.

For more information about Gray's integrated services and project expertise, please visit Gray.com.

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.

For more information on Gray, visit gray.com and follow Gray on LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook.

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