Katy Dowding will take over the role in early May, after current president and CEO of Skanska UK Gregor Craig retires
A member of Skanska UK’s executive management team, Katy Dowding, will take up her new role as president and CEO on Tuesday 2 May.
The appointment follows the retirement of Gregor Craig after a six-year stint as president and CEO.
The appointment is a significant milestone in Katy’s 20 year career
Since 2017, Katy has held the role of executive vice president, responsible for Skanska UK’s building and building services businesses. She was also managing director of Skanska UK’s facilities management operation for five years.
She is also a member of the Skanska Costain STRABAG joint venture board, overseeing the delivery of the London tunnels section of HS2.
Katy is well known for her inclusive style of leadership
Katy sits on the industry-level Construction Productivity Taskforce and previously held the role of Chair of the National Association of Women in Construction for eight years.
She is also the executive sponsor of Skanska UK’s Women’s and Pride employee networks.
Commenting on her appointment, Katy Dowding added: “I’m honoured and excited to be given the opportunity to lead Skanska UK. It’s a fantastic business with hugely talented people who help our customers to deliver successful projects and a lasting legacy for society. We are very much focused on partnering with our customers and supply chain, helping to deliver on the big priorities for our industry, including improved productivity, greater diversity and inclusion, and a net-zero carbon future.”
The Skanska Group CEO praised Katy’s predecessor Gregor Craig
Adam McDonald will succeed Katy as executive vice president for Skanska UK’s building and building services operations.
“It is with great pride I welcome Katy as Business Unit President for Skanska UK. She has shown strong leadership skills during her career that spans more than 30 years in the industry. Her drive and desire to make an impact coupled with her inclusive leadership style is a great combination that can take Skanska UK to the next level. I warmly welcome her to the position and look forward to working with her,” says Anders Danielsson, president and CEO of Skanska Group.
“I want to express my deepest gratitude to Greg for his commitment and professional leadership throughout his six years as Business Unit President for Skanska UK. His business mindset and ability to always put the customer first has positioned Skanska as one of UK’s most successful construction companies. I wish him all the best for the future,” says Anders Danielsson, President and CEO of Skanska Group.
