Northern Ireland Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins MLA has launched two new recruitment campaigns aimed at strengthening frontline operational and technical capacity across the region’s road network. The Department for Infrastructure (DfI) is seeking to recruit Industrial Road Workers and Trainee Civil Engineering Assistants, roles described as essential to the maintenance, safety, and ongoing development of […]
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade is launching a recruitment campaign for the purpose of recommending persons for appointment to the position of Senior Quantity Surveyor Grade I in the Department. The post of Senior Quantity Surveyor Grade I is a full-time position, based in Dublin or Limerick reporting to the Director of Property […]
This report, submitted to the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science (DFHERIS), presents research and analysis conducted by Indecon International Economic and Strategic Consultants (Indecon) to support the development of a national framework for meeting priority construction workforce needs. A number of landmark Government strategies has highlighted the major demands to […]
Manual welding remains one of the most in-demand skills in construction, combining technical expertise, precision, and practical know-how. For anyone considering a career in the construction or fabrication industries, mastering manual welding opens doors to hands-on roles in building, maintenance, and industrial projects. What Is Manual Welding? Manual welding, also known as stick welding or […]
CONEXPO-CON/AGG is one of the world’s largest trade shows for the construction, aggregates, and infrastructure industries. Held every three years in Las Vegas, the event brings together global manufacturers, contractors, engineers, and industry professionals to showcase the latest equipment, technology, and innovations shaping construction. The John Deere keynote centres on the transformative role of technology […]
University of Galway engineering student Nicola Latham has been awarded the Cunningham Civil and Marine Engineering Scholarship. The scholarship supports students studying civil and marine engineering providing financial assistance alongside industry recognition and is awarded based on academic performance and interest in the field. A first-year civil engineering student at University of Galway from Rosenallis, […]
Join Engineers Ireland for a 50-minute webinar with Tanya Hudson, exploring how positive psychology can enhance performance and satisfaction at work. The session will show why positive psychology is a key driver of performance, productivity, and happiness in the workplace and Tanya will share practical, evidence-based strategies to strengthen focus, confidence, and sustained energy. Engineers […]
Minister for Transport Darragh O’Brien, Minister of State with responsibility for International and Road Transport, Logistics, Rail and Ports, Seán Canney and Minister of State with responsibility for Rural Transport Jerry Buttimer today announced that the Department of Transport will provide over €1.5 billion in exchequer funding for national, regional and local roads in 2026. […]
Engineers Ireland has highlighted new Eurostat data showing that the number of women working as scientists and engineers in the European Union reached 7.9 million in 2024, representing 40.5% of the total workforce in these fields. Ireland recorded a particularly strong performance, with 47.3% of its scientists and engineers being women, placing it among the […]
A new €500,000 bursary programme has been introduced to support construction apprentices connected to County Roscommon, in a move aimed at strengthening Ireland’s future building workforce and addressing skills shortages. The initiative has been created by Ballymore, led by chairman and chief executive Sean Mulryan, and will run over five years. It is designed to […]
