Katy assumed her current role with Skanska UK in May 2023, following a construction career spanning more than 36 years. She has a wide breadth of experience across the building, infrastructure and service sectors, including defence, transportation, education, commercial office, light industrial and healthcare. A passionate advocate for greater inclusivity within construction, Katy chaired the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) for eight years and has been executive sponsor of Skanska UK’s Women’s and Pride LGBTQ+ employee networks.
Since June 2025, Katy has served on the Construction Skills Mission Board, established by the Labour government to tackle workforce shortages in the sector. She is also a member of the Infrastructure Advisory Panel, an independent body backed by government that advises on strategies to reduce costs and accelerate the delivery of major infrastructure projects across both public and private sectors. In addition, she serves on the Board of Directors at Build UK, further demonstrating her leadership and influence within the industry.
She is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Engineers (ICE) and a Fellow of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), reflecting her professional recognition and commitment to the industry. Katy also serves on the board of directors for Build UK, further demonstrating her leadership and influence within the construction sector.
Awards
- CEO of the Year, Building Magazine Awards, 2025
- Lifetime Achievement, Premises and Facilities Management Journal, 2023
- Leader of the Year, British Institute of Facilities Management, 2016\
- Woman of Achievement, Women in the City, 2013