Skanska
Head of Construction - Water
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About Skanska
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.
Role Overview
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.
The Role
We are currently looking for an Head of Construction - Water who will lead and inspire our teams to deliver safe, high-quality construction projects across an ambitious capital programme that supports a more sustainable future.
Responsibilities
As The Head Of Construction - Water, You Will
- Lead and inspire high-performing construction delivery teams, creating a collaborative, inclusive culture focused on safety, wellbeing and continuous improvement.
- Oversee construction delivery across multiple complex projects and programmes, ensuring work is completed safely, on time, within budget and to a high standard.
- Drive innovation and smarter ways of working across the supply chain to improve safety, quality, efficiency and overall performance.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with Anglian Water, Alliance partners and external suppliers to support successful programme delivery.
- Take ownership of cost control and resource planning, maximising value while championing environmental excellence and a zero-accident culture.
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Requirements
We Are Looking For
- Extensive experience in large-scale construction management, ideally within the water, utilities or wider infrastructure sector.
- Strong technical knowledge of construction methods, engineering processes and project planning.
- Proven leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and engage multidisciplinary teams.
- Demonstrable experience managing budgets, contracts and key stakeholder relationships.
- Forward-thinking and adaptable, with a collaborative approach to innovation and change; full UK driving licence required.
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Benefits
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
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