Project Manager

Skanska is searching for a dynamic Project Manager. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud to share our culture of diversity and inclusion.

Our work makes a clear contribution to society and the environment around us. We build in many different verticals. Whether we are building schools to provide inspiring spaces for learning, roads to connect communities or hospitals to care for patients, it all contributes to our purpose – we build for a better society.

Skanska's values —Be Better Together, Act Ethically and Transparently, Commit to Customer and Care for Life—are deeply engrained in how we work, which is why our values support and drive our D&I efforts.

The Project Manager is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, execution, and administrative management of construction projects for Skanska USA Building Inc. This role provides day-to-day leadership throughout the full project lifecycle, from preconstruction and procurement through construction, commissioning, and closeout, with direct responsibility for helping ensure that projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements, quality standards, and client expectations.

The Project Manager serves as a central leader in project delivery and works closely with superintendents, project engineers, preconstruction professionals, clients, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and other internal and external stakeholders to align project goals, maintain communication, and drive execution. This individual is responsible for managing project budgets, forecasts, schedules, contracts, change management processes, procurement activities, and project reporting, while proactively identifying and addressing issues that may affect cost, schedule, quality, safety, or client satisfaction. The role requires strong organizational skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

A successful Project Manager brings a solid understanding of construction operations, contract administration, financial controls, and team coordination, along with the leadership skills needed to guide project teams through challenges and maintain strong working relationships. This role is expected to support Skanska’s culture of safety, collaboration, inclusion, ethics, and continuous improvement by promoting accountability, operational excellence, and proactive problem-solving across all phases of project delivery. In addition, the Project Manager plays an important role in developing team members, strengthening client confidence, and contributing to the overall success, reputation, and long-term growth of Skanska USA Building Inc.

Project Manager Required Qualifications

• 3+ years proven track record of assuring client satisfaction.
• 3+ years track record of delivering on-time projects.
• 3+ years of experience maintaining or exceeding planned profit targets for projects.
• 3+ years creating and maintaining a culture of safety.
• 3+ years experience developing a culture of quality assurance and control.
• 3+ years experience managing subcontractor relationships.
• Bachelor’s Degree – Construction Management or 8 years equivalent experience plus minimum 7 years prior relevant experience.

Our Investment in you

• We believe that Benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options (including medical, dental, and vision insurance plans), expert guidance, and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality – to help support you physically, financially, and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and Benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
• As a Skanska community, our values ground us, and our diversity of experience propels us forward. No matter what your career stage, there’s a place for you to thrive here and partner with us in shaping how our world lives, moves, and connects.
• At Skanska, we Care for Life. And we’re committed to supporting your whole health and peace of mind through inclusive and personalized total rewards.
• We’re committed to your success by developing you in your role and supporting your career growth
• Compensation and financial well-being – Competitive base salary, excellent bonus program, 401k, & Employee ownership program.

Come work with us and join a winning team!

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Skanska uses knowledge & foresight to shape the way people live, work, and connect. More than 135 years in the making, we’re one of the world’s largest construction and project development companies. With operations in select markets throughout the Nordics, Europe, and the United States, global revenue totaled $15.9 billion in 2024.

Skanska in the U.S. operates 28 offices across the country, with its headquarters in New York City. In 2024, the U.S. construction sector generated $8.2 billion in revenue, and the U.S. development sector’s net investments in commercial projects totaled $224 million.

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