Skanska, a leading global construction and development firm, recently announced the appointment of Brian Urban, DBIA, LEED AP, as Executive Vice President and General Manager for its Skanska USA Building operations in California.
In this role, Urban will oversee project operations in the state, with a focus on strengthening customer and partner relationships, growing the business, and continuing to build Skanska’s reputation across the region. Urban joins an established local leadership team with deep roots in the San Francisco Bay Area market. Skanska’s California operations support customers across a range of sectors, including aviation, healthcare, education, science and technology, adaptive reuse, and sustainable buildings. In a statement, the company said it remains focused on delivering complex projects safely and collaboratively while continuing to grow its presence and partnerships in the region.
“Brian has an exceptional ability to build strong talent and teams, connect strategy with execution, and he consistently delivers results for our customers and our business,” said Clay Haden, President and CEO, Skanska USA Building. “I am confident Brian is the right leader to help shape the future of our California business.”
“I’m honored to join the California team at such an important moment for the business,” said Urban. “My priority is to listen and learn from our teams, clients and partners. Skanska has strong talent, meaningful relationships, and significant opportunity in California and I’m excited to help build on that momentum.”
Urban brings 32 years of industry experience, including 25 years with Skanska, and most recently served as Vice President-Account Manager in Skanska USA Building’s Seattle operations. His experience includes aviation, healthcare, industrial, education, municipal, cultural and commercial projects. He holds a Bachelor of Science in architecture from the University of Southern California and an Master of Science in construction management from the University of Washington.