Property & Development Magazine Issue 427 | Page 53

Facilities Management: Skanska

in full mobilisation. These include the three AMP6 proj-

sector clients, including large central government

ects for Thames Water, Welsh Water and Anglian Water,

departments and local authorities. It is expected that the

worth a total of around £454m over five years.

work will involve everything from mechanical and electrical maintenance to cleaning and catering.

“‘A book-to-build’ ratio of 126% shows we have a
robust pipeline of work. We remain in a challenging con-

Dowding said: “This is a major opportunity for

tracting environment, but I believe we are on track for a

Skanska. We’re looking forward to playing a key role in

solid 2015 and a firm foundation for profitable and sus-

improving the facilities management services across

tainable growth in 2016,” said Putnam.

the public sector. By taking a greener approach, we can

With its strong order book, Skanska is continuing

help clients to cut energy use, reduce carbon emissions

to expand its workforce throughout the company.

and manage waste better – helping them improve effi-

“We have welcomed over 100 graduates and 75

ciency and cut costs.” n

apprentices and trainees as part of our 2015 intake,”
Putnam said. “This demonstrates our clear commit-

www.skanska.co.uk
Tel: [phone]

ment to provide opportunities for the next generation. It will also equip Skanska with the right people
and the right skills in the future to deliver best quality,
best value projects for our customers.”
By combining its skills and experience in construction
and infrastructure development, the company has
become a UK leader in delivering projects in healthcare,
education, defence, transportation and municipal services, delivered through both private and public investment. Specialist in-house teams provide world class
foundations and piling expertise, as well as mechanical
and electrical services for buildings and infrastructure.
One of its biggest recent successes was its selection