Construction Manager
Skanska ·
Construction Manager General information City/town: London Job field: Construction External closing date: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 Type of contract: Permanent ID: 6572 Description and requirements 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. For over a century, Cementation Skanska has been a trusted leader in piling and ground engineering.
Our breadth of expertise spans every aspect of geotechnical engineering – from micro-piling to diaphragm walls – enabling us to deliver innovative solutions for the most complex challenges. You will be working in the Cementation OU based in London in where we are responsible for Leading projects with Cementation Skanska, where over 100 years of foundation knowledge underpins safe, efficient delivery across transport, energy and urban developments.
We are currently looking for a Construction Manager who play a key role in overseeing and coordinating our piling and ground engineering construction activities across Cementation Skanska, ensuring efficient and successful project execution to the highest standards of safety, quality, and client satisfaction whilst delivering to budget and programme requirements. As the Construction Manager,
you will
Oversee and manage major piling / ground engineering projects (or multiple smaller projects at a time) from start to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Coordinate with all project stakeholders, including clients, engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers, to ensure effective collaboration and project progress.
Team Leadership: supervise, mentor, and motivate project teams, including engineers, supervisors, plant operators and piling operatives to achieve project goals. Provide guidance and support to team members, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented work environment.
Demonstrate the right behaviours and lead by exampleWe are looking for: Proven experience as a Construction Manager (or similar role) in piling / ground engineering projects. Strong knowledge of piling and ground engineering techniques, construction methodologies, and relevant industry standards.
Excellent leadership and communication skills to effectively manage teams and collaborate with stakeholders. Thorough understanding and strong application of health, safety, and environmental standards / regulations in delivering our worksWhat 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 recruitment@skanska.co.uk 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.