The Construction Industry Federation has said that a clear pipeline of work is vital to support investment in resources needed to deliver critical infrastructure, but that the industry is well-positioned to respond to the ambitions of the National Development Plan. Hubert Fitzpatrick, Director General of the Construction Industry Federation said: “A clear pipeline of projects […]
The TUS Engineering Open Day will take place on Saturday 13th January from 10.00am to 1.00pm at the Moylish campus, Limerick city. Visitors to the Engineering Day can meet lecturers and students from our various engineering disciplines, avail of information talks about our engineering courses and associated careers in engineering. There will also be an opportunity […]
We are very excited to have JMG Solutions exhibit at our upcoming Construction Jobs Expo. Their team will be available to chat and take CVs from 10am until 4pm in the RDS' Serpentine Hall on May 18th. You can register for FREE ADMISSION to this careers fair right here. About JMG Solutions Since its founding […]
The Lean Construction Ireland Webinar: Last Planner System presented by Maria Ryan - Managing Director and Lean Consultant - Crystal Lean Solutions takes place on 25/01/2024 at 15:00 GMT The Last Planner System (LPS) is a production planning and control system designed for the construction industry. It is a collaborative approach that aims to […]
The Last Planner System (LPS) is a production planning and control system designed for the construction industry. It is a collaborative approach that aims to improve the efficiency and reliability of construction project delivery by involving all stakeholders in the planning and execution processes. The Last Planner System was developed by Glenn Ballard and Greg […]
This Construction Sector Guide to Defective Concrete Block Scheme is a Trade-Only Event for Building Contractors & Trades, Developers, Architects, Engineers & Manufacturers - taking place on Fri, 19 Jan 2024 07:00 - 09:30 at the Inishowen Gateway Hotel. Construction Sector Guide to Defective Concrete Block Scheme Step-by-step process/guidelines Stage payments & drawdowns Administrative […]
Over recent decades, timber has emerged as an increasingly popular construction material, as engineers discover new ways to exploit its versatility, strength and visual appeal to build larger wooden structures. But beyond the aesthetic or engineering factors, timber brings a range of environmental, economic and performance-related benefits that support its use as a sustainable and […]
I. Introduction A Quantity Surveyor (QS) is a highly qualified construction professional who specializes in the management of costs and risk within the construction sector. Their role is to advise clients on the best methods of achieving cost effective construction works and minimizing risk associated with construction projects. This advice may include identifying any potential […]
In a recent report from BNP Paribas Real Estate Ireland, construction activity witnessed a decline in November, marking the fifth consecutive monthly drop according to its Construction Total Activity Index. The organization highlights that respondents attribute this downturn to a combination of factors, including a general economic slowdown, project completions, and delays in decision-making […]
According to the Construction Industry Federation’s Q3 construction outlook survey half of construction companies in Ireland remain positive about the health of the industry despite 76% reporting a year-on-year increase in labour costs and 64% citing a year-on-year increase in raw materials. The survey also found that turnover and employment figures in the sector continue […]
