At Skanska, we’re shaping the way we live, work and connect. As one of the world’s largest construction and development companies, we work together with customers, communities and partners to shape a better society.
You will be working in the Infrastructure function working on our Anglian Water Project. Through our role in the @one Alliance, we’re helping Anglian Water deliver a £2.6 billion investment in vital infrastructure. From civil works to water treatment facilities, this programme strengthens environmental protection across the East of England - safeguarding water resources for generations to come.
We are currently looking for an Senior Construction Manager who will deliver projects safely, on time, and sustainably - driving efficiency and strong performance without compromising governance.
We are currently looking for a Senior Construction Manager, who will lead the successful delivery of major projects from concept to completion, guiding high-performing teams to achieve excellence in safety, quality, cost, and programme. You’ll drive collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement while working with supply chain partners to deliver efficient, sustainable solutions.
As the Senior Construction Manager, you will:
-
Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing construction management team.
-
Build the right mix of skills, experience, and capability across projects.
-
Drive talent development, workforce planning, and resource alignment to meet business needs.
-
Champion consistent ways of working, embedding best practice, systems, and processes.
-
Work with partners and supply chain to deliver safe, high-quality, cost-effective projects on time and on budget.
We are looking for:
-
Significant construction industry experience, with strong expertise in construction methods, engineering principles, and project delivery.
-
Proven leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, manage, and develop large multidisciplinary teams.
-
Strong capability in project planning and scheduling to keep delivery on track.
-
Sound knowledge of risk management, with a focus on achieving time, cost, and quality objectives.
-
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proven ability to build strong relationships with teams, partners, clients, and stakeholders.
What we offer:
-
24/7 digital GP service for you and your family
-
Financial wellbeing and employee assistance
-
Professional development
-
Enhanced family benefits (including maternity, paternity,dependants and parental bereavement leave)
Inclusion and Diversity
We thrive through embracing differences as we know that diversity opens a rich potential for new ways of thinking, helping us to build successful and high-performing teams. We call it The Skanska Way.
Flexible working
Where possible, we offer a range of flexible working options, and we would be happy to discuss this at the application stage if this is something you’d like to explore.
Reasonable adjustments
We want you to feel confident and supported throughout every stage of our recruitment process. If you need any adjustments to help you during your application, please contact us at [email protected] or call 0330 105 2000 – Option 5 & 1.
Closing date
We encourage you to apply as early as possible, as the closing date may be subject to change.
If this role would be of interest, please click apply and join our team of 27,000 problem solvers and creative thinkers, where knowledge is our greatest creation. We share, listen and support your success – every step of the way.
