NEW YORK, NY, June 30, 2026 – Skanska has appointed Bryan Northrop executive vice president (EVP) and general manager (GM) of the Advanced Technology operating unit, effective July 1. He will oversee teams working on semiconductor and data center construction projects in Oregon, Arizona, Virginia and California, with coordination across Skanska USA Building operating units in Georgia, Ohio and Texas.
“Bryan is a leader who gets things done, bringing a proven track record of building high-performing teams and delivering results in complex operations.” said Anita Nelson, regional executive officer, Skanska USA Building. “His leadership positions us to capitalize on strong market demand, and is exactly who we need to expand our Advanced Technology portfolio at a time of meaningful investment and growth across the sector.”
Skanska’s Advanced Technology operating unit covers data center and high-tech semiconductor manufacturing construction. The unit manages operational oversight, commercial management and resource deployment for advanced technology customers across the US.
“I’ve learned that successful delivery of complex manufacturing projects requires disciplined execution, close collaboration, and a shared focus on solving client challenges,” said Bryan Northrop. “I’m excited to bring that mindset to our Advanced Technology team and help them deliver on the performance our customers expect from Skanska.”
Northrop has worked in construction industry for 30 years and succeeds Katie Coulson, who is retiring. He joined Skanska in 1997 and has held several roles, mainly on pharmaceutical and industrial manufacturing infrastructure projects. Most recently, Northrop served as EVP and GM of Skanska’s New England operating unit.
Northrop graduated from Wentworth Institute of Technology with a dual B.S. in construction management and architectural engineering. He will be based in Boston, Massachusetts.
Source: Skanska
About Skanska
Skanska, founded in 1887 and based in Stockholm, is a global construction and project development company operating across Europe, the Nordic region, and the United States. The company delivers services in construction, residential and commercial property development, infrastructure, and investment projects. Skanska USA, active since 1971 and employing more than 6,300 people, works in sectors such as transportation, power, industrial, water and wastewater, healthcare, education, sports, data centers, aviation, life sciences, government, and commercial development. Skanska in the U.S. operates 28 offices across the country, with its headquarters in New York City. Worldwide, the company has more than 26,000 employees. Skanska provides services from project design through construction and investment, emphasizing safety, sustainability, and efficiency.