I applied online. The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at Skanska (London, England)
Interview
This was a standard telephone interview process with around 9 competency questions. The telephone interview lasted around 30 minutes and varied from academic to extra-curricular questions. Examples of question involved why the firm, example of teamwork/leadership, example of conflict
I applied online. The process took 3 months. I interviewed at Skanska (London, England) in July 2024
Interview
This was split into two parts, a virtual interview and an assessment centre. The whole experience was so accommodating and really encouraged me to speak comfortably. I wasn’t able to attend the assessment centre but was promptly offered a separate video interview.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Describe a time you received criticism for your work. What is your attitude towards it?
I applied online. I interviewed at Skanska (Birmingham, England) in Mar 2023
Interview
Psychometric test, analytical test, video interview, the final review takes time. Video interview consists of 4 questions. There is option to re record the video if candidate is not satisfied.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
A situation where you did something very challenging
I applied online. I interviewed at Skanska in Feb 2021
Interview
First you have to send a lengthy response to their standard questions about why you love the position and what makes you a great fit etc., then they send you to an automated online assessment a few days later.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
The online assessment tests numerical and other personal skills, but is timed for about 3 minutes per question. This is a poor reflection on a company which should pride itself in their workers treating each problem with care instead of stressing through them as fast as possible as if their jobs depended on it.
