Skanska named Europe’s Best Employer 2026 by the Financial Times

Skanska has been named Europe’s Best Employer 2026 in a ranking published by
the Financial Times in partnership with Statista – placing Skanska at number one
among employers in Europe and underscoring the company’s position as a leading
workplace.
The recognition is based on a comprehensive independent survey based on millions of
employer evaluations. Employees were asked to assess their employers on criteria
including working conditions, development opportunities, compensation and company
reputation. The Financial Times and Statista ranking highlights companies that stand
out for strong employee engagement and an attractive employer offering across
Europe.
“Being named Europe’s Best Employer and ranked number one is something we are
truly proud of,” says Anders Danielsson, President and CEO, Skanska. “It reflects the
commitment and contribution of our colleagues across Skanska and our shared
ambition to build a workplace where people can grow, perform and contribute to
something bigger together.”
The recognition reflects Skanska’s commitment to a culture defined by care,
collaboration, development and accountability. In a business where people, expertise
and teamwork are critical to success, a strong employee value proposition is an
important part of the company’s long-term competitiveness.
“Our employees are our greatest strength,” says Therese Tegner, Executive Vice
President for Human Resources, Skanska Group. “Receiving this type of recognition
once again shows that our investments in leadership, development and an inclusive
culture make a difference. It strengthens us both as an employer and as a company. It is
also something we have seen in our own data. through our employee surveys.”
The Europe’s Best Employers 2026 ranking was compiled by the Financial Times in
collaboration with Statista. This year’s edition includes 1,000 companies across Europe
based on more than 6 million employer evaluations and can be found here: Europe’s
best employers 2026: ranking