Senior Project Manager; Vertical Transportation

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 Building Operating Unit at our office in Moorgate, London.

We are currently looking for a Senior Project Manager – Vertical Transportation (VT) who will lead the day‑to‑day planning, coordination and delivery of vertical transportation (lifts, escalators and related systems) across building projects, from procurement and design through manufacture, installation, testing and commissioning, in line with Skanska governance, industry standards and contract requirements.

• Provide specialist VT (including lifts & escalators) delivery and package management across all stages and projects, ensuring predictable scope, programme and quality
• Lead preconstruction and procurement; supplier audits, scope/spec development, tender evaluation and supply‑chain engagement
• Coordinate package design with clients, consultants, and suppliers to ensure buildability, compliance, and project integration
• Support the development of detailed installation and commissioning programmes aligned with project needs and milestones
• Oversee mock‑ups, off‑site manufacture, and on‑site installation, ensuring safety, compliance, programme, quality, and coordination with other trades

• Extensive technical expertise in VT (including lifts & escalators) with proven package management on complex building projects
• Deep knowledge of VT processes, supply chain, standards and statutory compliance requirements
• Strong track record managing programme, risk, commercial matters and technical assurance
• Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills

• 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)

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.

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.

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  or call  – Option 5 & 1.

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.