Business Stream 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 Cementation Operating Unit based in Leavesden (Hertfordshire) in where we are a trusted leader in piling and ground engineering. Our breadth of expertise spans every aspect of geotechnical engineering – from micro-piling to diaphragm walls – enabling us to deliver innovative solutions for the most complex challenges.

We are currently looking for a Business Stream Director who will will identify, price, promote and deliver all Cementation Skanska products to the external market. They will represent the Business Stream external opportunities for Cementation Skanska at strategic and operational levels.

As the Business Stream Director, you will:

• Ensure the Company and legislative Environmental, Health and Safety standards are met.
• Develop a clear three-year rolling business plan for the Business Stream that aligns with the Company aspiration.
• Manage and lead a team of Managers and staff within the Business Stream.
• Facilitate the management of employee relations within the team, coordinating processing of investigatory and disciplinary matters.
• Ensure adequate human resources to undertake the work of the Business Stream.
• Ensure all enquiries and tenders are undertaken in accordance with the Skanska/Cementation governance processes.
• Will be required to lead Preconstruction and Business Development responsibilities in securing new opportunities in existing and new markets, with an additional focus on identifying, securing and delivering combined offering works as part of the piling and ground engineering offerings.

We are looking for:

• Leadership skills and the ability to delegate to and motivate others.
• Planning and organisation skills to be able to be responsible for the efficient operation of a business stream.
• The capacity to grasp complex concepts.
• Ability to clearly communicate your team, managers, and clients.
• Identify carbon reduction savings in our processes to meeting our Net Zero Carbon target.
• Knowledge and understanding of Geotechnical engineering and piling disciplines.

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 [email protected] 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.

General information

City/town:

London

Job field:

Business Development

External closing date:

Monday, October 12, 2026

Type of contract:

Permanent

ID:

6281