Project Director

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. 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 Programme Manager who will deliver projects safely, on time, and sustainably - driving efficiency and strong performance without compromising governance.
• What you'll do:
• Lead, co-ordinate, monitor, review and report on the work streams with respect to time, cost, performance and quality
• Identify and manage risks and issues associated with sub-programmes / work streams, determine and initiate mitigating actions
• Identify and manage inter-project and programme dependencies to ensure the successful delivery of the programme alongside other initiatives. Maximise value / minimise cost wherever possible
• Consolidate updates from teams / work stream leads and sponsors, to provide highlight reports for each area and present at relevant programme governance meetings
• What you'll bring to the role:
• Strong qualities of integrity, loyalty, and performance management
• Excellent collaborative skills with a proven track record of delivery in a collaborative environment
• Ability to influence a range of stakeholders including external groups
• Negotiating skills
• Ability to think commercially
• 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 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.