Skanska announced leadership changes within its USA Civil East Coast executive team: Bill Matre will be stepping aside from his role as general manager of Skanska Koch as he transitions toward future retirement while continuing to serve as senior vice president and Michael Donohue will assume the role of general manager of Skanska Koch.
These changes took effect Thursday, January 1, 2026.
Michael Viggiano, executive vice president of Skanska USA Civil’s East region recognized Matre's legacy of excellence, integrity, and people-first leadership. "We are profoundly grateful for his service,” adds Viggiano. “As Bill steps aside from his role as General Manager, Michael’s steady leadership ensures the right path forward for our employees, customers, and partners.”
Bill Matre joined Skanska Koch as an intern in 1982, became a full-time field engineer in 1983, and steadily advanced through the organization before being named general manager in 2017. He has served in this role with integrity, humility, and unwavering dedication. Over the last four decades, Bill has played a key role in many of Skanska’s most iconic and technically complex projects, including the Benjamin Franklin Bridge orthotropic decking, the first float-in bridge at 207th Street, JFK AirTrain, the 9/11 recovery and cleanup, and the Bayonne Bridge. During his tenure as general manager, Skanska Koch grew its business, re-entered the Philadelphia market, and further strengthened its long-term business foundation. Bill is widely respected across the industry and among labor partners for his steadfast commitment to safety. His advocacy for the 6-foot tie-off rule has raised safety standards for ironworkers and helped protect countless craft professionals.
Michael DonohueSkanska Inc.
