Skanska announced the appointment of Antonia Junelind as chief financial officer of its USA Civil operations, effective Jan. 1, 2027.
Junelind will succeed Jari Mäntylä as part of a longer-term leadership transition as Mäntylä shifts his focus to leading strategic initiatives for Skanska USA Civil while looking ahead to his future retirement. Junelind and Mäntylä will work closely together in the months ahead to ensure a smooth transition.
"Antonia [Junelind] brings a global perspective and a strong understanding of Skanska that will be valuable as we continue to grow," said Don Fusco, president and CEO of Skanska USA Civil. "She brings tremendous energy, curiosity and a strong work ethic, along with a willingness to get into the details and do what it takes to move the business forward. Her experience and perspective will be valuable to our leadership team, and I believe she is a natural fit for USA Civil."
Junelind brings more than 15 years of experience with Skanska spanning finance, investor relations, transactions and business development. She currently serves as senior vice president of investor relations for Skanska AB and has also served as acting senior vice president of corporate finance & control. Earlier in her career, she held leadership roles within Skanska's commercial property development operations and Skanska financial services, as well as an international assignment with Skanska UK.
"Skanska's USA Civil business is in a very strong position, and I'm looking forward to the opportunity to build on that foundation," said Junelind. "Throughout my career at Skanska, I've developed a passion for both our operations and the financial side of our business. I believe in combining strong financial discipline and risk management with an entrepreneurial mindset that allows us to capture opportunities and develop the business. I look forward to getting to know the team, learning more about our operations and projects and contributing my experience and perspective."
Mäntylä joined Skanska Finland as chief financial officer in 2010 before relocating to the United States in 2016 to become chief financial officer for Skanska's USA Civil unit. During his tenure, he has helped strengthen the financial performance of the business and worked closely with operational leaders and project teams to bring financial insight and discipline to business decisions.
Junelind and Mäntylä will work closely together in the months ahead to ensure a smooth transition.
