People News: Fluor, Siemens AG

Jim Breuer of Fluor Corporation and Christiane Ribeiro Guimarães Höfer of Siemens AG. (Photographs Courtesy of Business Wire and Siemens AG, respectively).

Jim Breuer and David E. Constable will transition to CEO and Executive Chairman, respectively, at Fluor Corporation. Also, Siemens AG appoints Christiane Ribeiro Guimarães Höfer as Global Head of Communications.

Fluor

Effective May 1, Jim Breuer will transition from Chief Operating Officer to CEO of Fluor, an Irving, Tex.-based firm that provides engineering, procurement and construction services. On the same date, David E. Constable, Fluor’s current Chairman and CEO, will move into the role of Executive Chairman, “ensuring continuity of leadership and strategic direction for the company,” Fluor reported Feb. 18.

Breuer, a 31-year Fluor veteran, has served as Chief Operating Officer since 2024. Previously, he held several executive leadership positions, including Group President of Energy Solutions. His engineering, procurement and construction experience is said to span four continents in the energy, chemicals, mining and metals, and power sectors.

“I am incredibly proud of what we have achieved over the past four years under our ‘building a better future’ strategy, having strengthened our balance sheet, secured a high-quality backlog and restored stakeholder confidence in our project delivery value proposition,” David E. Constable said. “Jim has played an instrumental role in our success and the Board and I have full confidence in his ability to lead Fluor, as we transition from a ‘fix and build’ phase to the next chapter of our strategy, ‘grow and execute.’ Jim’s deep knowledge of our global operations, markets, partners, and clients will be crucial in driving our heightened focus on business growth, executing projects with excellence, developing the next generation of leaders and delivering sustainable earnings.”

“I am grateful to the Board of Directors for the opportunity to lead Fluor at this pivotal time and to build on the strong platform for growth we have collectively established under David’s leadership,” Jim Breuer said. “I look forward to my ongoing working relationship with David as Executive Chairman, and collaborating with the Board, the Fluor Management Team and our dedicated employees and partners across the globe as we continue to deliver value for our clients and shareholders.”

Separately, California High-Speed Rail Authority in 2022 selected the AECOM-Fluor joint venture to provide Program Delivery Support services. Additionally, Fluor was part of the Denver Regional Transportation District’s Eagle P3 Commuter Rail Project, which was completed in 2019.

Siemens AG

Christiane Ribeiro Guimarães Höfer on March 1 will become Global Head of Communications at Siemens AG, a technology company focused on transport, industry, infrastructure and healthcare. She succeeds Lynette Jackson, who has held the role since October 2021 and decided to leave the company to pursue another opportunity.

Ribeiro Guimarães Höfer is currently Head of CEO Communications, Strategic Messaging and Thought Leadership. She also leads communications for the newly launched “ONE Tech Company,” a company program for accelerated growth. She joined Siemens Brazil in 2001 and has served as Head of Communications and Government Relations for Siemens Australia and New Zealand, and Head of Innovation Communications and Communications Business Partner to Roland Busch as Chief Technology Officer and Deputy CEO.

“I would like to thank Lynette for her strong contribution to Siemens, protecting and building our reputation and leading the function across the enterprise for the last three and a half years,” said Roland Busch, President and CEO of Siemens AG. “I wish her personally and professionally all the best.”

“We are very pleased to appoint Christiane Ribeiro as Siemens’ new Global Head of Communications,” Busch continued. “Having been with Siemens for almost 25 years, she brings a deep understanding of our company, our culture, and our global footprint. Her leadership across multiple regions and her pivotal role in positioning Siemens as a leading technology company over the last years make her uniquely suited for this role. As we continue to transform and shape the industries of the future, her expertise and passion will be invaluable in strengthening our brand and engaging stakeholders around the world.”

“Together with my colleagues, I look forward to supporting the continued growth of Siemens through high-impact communications,” Ribeiro Guimarães Höfer said. “It is a privilege to tell the amazing stories of our customers and partners, our people, and the impact our technology has on the world. I am excited to do this with outstanding teams around the globe.”

Separately, Tobias Atzler on Oct. 1 became Investor Relations Leader at Siemens AG.