Skanska, a leading global construction and development firm, announced Heather Askins as the Director of Business Development for its North Carolina and Virginia building operations. Based in Raleigh, Askins has more than a decade of experience in business development and professional engineering and has strong community ties with vast experience and knowledge in the AEC industry.
“Heather brings exceptional leadership skills, well established relationships and a stellar reputation that will only bolster our growth goals throughout the Triangle region and beyond,” said Bob Myer, vice president of business development.”
Prior to joining Skanska, Askins worked with Lynch Mykins, serving as All-In Director where she supported business development strategies in North Carolina and Virginia. In her role at Skanska, Askins will continue to elevate the trajectory of the company’s relationships throughout the Triangle region and beyond.
“I’m thrilled to join such a dynamic business development team known for winning great projects and I look forward to contributing to the team’s ongoing success and serving our communities in this new capacity,” said Askins.
Askins is a graduate of North Carolina State University and is actively involved in NAIOP as a past president of the Developing Leaders board and participates in many other local organizations.
About Skanska USA
Skanska uses knowledge & foresight to shape the way people live, work, and connect. More than 135 years in the making, we’re one of the world’s largest development and construction companies. We operate in select markets throughout the Nordics, Europe and the United States. Skanska in the U.S. is headquartered in New York City with 29 offices around the country. In 2022, construction in the U.S. generated $6.9 billion in revenue, and as a developer in the U.S., Skanska has invested a total of $3.5 billion in commercial and multi-family projects. Together with our customers and the collective expertise of our 6,500 teammates in the U.S. and 28,000 globally, we create innovative and sustainable solutions that support healthy living beyond our lifetime.
