Lenus Perkins joined Bhate over 30 years ago following his graduation from the University of South Alabama in Mobile, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in Environmental Engineering. From the early days of well drilling and field notes to his role today as one of our formative leaders, he has consistently advanced from staff engineer to his current position as Executive Vice President & Chief Operating Officer.
In his current role, Lenus serves as the direct report for division directors, overseeing operations and providing corporate oversight of commercial and federal contracts across the company’s five business units: environmental remediation, compliance, construction, bulk fuels, and abatement/demolition. Additionally, he is responsible for business development and growth strategies, as well as quality control and safety.
Appointed by Alabama Governor Kay Ivey and confirmed by the Alabama State Senate, Lenus currently serves on the Board of Trustees for the University of South Alabama. He is the Vice Chairman of the Board and Chairman of the Budget and Finance Committee. He was recognized by the University’s College of Engineering as one of 50 distinguished individuals and corporations making a lasting impact on the College of Engineering and the engineering profession.
Beyond his extensive professional responsibilities and public service, Lenus finds time to serve on several boards and charitable organizations. He is a founding member of the Bong Education Center Alumni Association, a nonprofit supporting educational programs in Liberia. He also serves on the board of directors for Navigate Affordable Housing Partners in Birmingham and the Global Network Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the Society of International Business Fellows. Lenus has previously held board positions with the Birmingham Zoning Board of Adjustment, McWane Science Center, and Highlands School Foundation.
Lenus enjoys traveling, entertaining family and friends, and playing chess—and his colleagues will tell you he is a fierce table tennis opponent.
