General information
City/town: Slough Job field: Project Management External closing date: Tuesday, March 24, 2026 Type of contract: Permanent ID: 6115
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.
We are currently looking for a Project Manager who will be working in the Building Operating Unit to lead the day-to-day delivery of major, complex projects, manage large packages and progress to full-area responsibility (structure, civils, logistics). You will deliver elements on budget and programme, engaging clients, end users and local communities. The role is hands-on across tender, design, procurement, installation and commissioning, advancing packages with support from the Senior PM/Construction Director. Data-centre experience preferred.
Role location - Initially Moorgate, London; relocating to Slough, Berkshire where the role will be site-based 5 days/week.
As the Project Manager, you will:
1. Collaborate with Design Managers to set up the project/PCSA correctly and ensure Stage 4+ designs are well managed and executed.
2. Work with the team and supply chain to establish site planning early in project delivery.
3. Develop and deliver the target programme with Planning, Design, and Commercial leads.
4. Partner with the SPM and Construction Director to maintain site safety and quality culture, ensuring all works meet statutory regulations, standards, and company HSEQ requirements.
5. Assign clear accountabilities to subcontractors, production, and engineering teams to ensure role clarity.
We are looking for:
6. Proven track record delivering building projects worth £150M+.
7. Senior Construction Manager experience on major builds.
8. Strong understanding of programme sequencing, especially in the datacentre sector.
9. Experienced in leading teams during the delivery phase.
10. Degree or equivalent, with clear experience managing projects at this scale.
What we offer:
11. 24/7 digital GP service for you and your family
12. Financial wellbeing and employee assistance
13. Professional development
14. 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
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.