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More than 94% of construction companies, representative bodies and state agencies attending a construction and infrastructure skills roundtable hosted by Minister James Lawless said workforce shortages in specific skills areas are impacting performance, underlining the need to build on record Government investment in apprenticeships and skills development. According to respondents to the informal advance survey, […]
Construction workers spend long hours outdoors and are exposed to sun, heat, and UV radiation for much of the working day, particularly during the summer months. While hard hats, boots, and high-visibility gear are standard safety essentials on site, sun protection is often overlooked despite the serious health risks linked to prolonged exposure. Outdoor workers […]
Ireland is entering one of the most significant periods of infrastructure investment in the history of the State. Major national projects linked to housing, transport, renewable energy, utilities, and public infrastructure are expected to shape construction activity and employment opportunities throughout the rest of the decade. Government investment plans, energy transition targets, and ongoing housing […]
The latest quarterly returns confirm that Dublin’s housing supply pipeline remains robust, with the stock of residential permissions increasing to 78,658 units. This indicates that the surge in housing commencements seen in previous years is continuing to move into the build phase, reflected in a notable uplift in apartment construction. A total of 24,246 apartments […]
Construction recruitment in Ireland has changed dramatically over the past five years. What was once a largely local, relationship-driven hiring process has evolved into a far more competitive, technology-focused, and skills-driven market. The sector has experienced major shifts caused by housing demand, infrastructure investment, labour shortages, digital transformation, and changing workforce expectations. Employers are now […]
Ireland’s construction industry has recorded a renewed downturn in activity, according to the latest AIB Ireland Construction Total Activity Index, even as preparations continue for one of the sector’s largest recruitment events in 2026. The index fell to 47.1 in April 2026, down from 53.2 in March, signalling a return to contraction after a brief […]
The fourth annual Build Digital survey shows an Irish construction sector moving from early experimentation with digital tools to more practical, operations-led transformation. Driven by the national BIM mandate and a growing focus on efficiency, the 2025 findings—now available through an interactive dashboard—point to strong progress in design and planning. However, they also highlight the […]
In an era dominated by online applications, LinkedIn profiles, and AI-powered recruitment tools, it would be easy to assume that traditional jobs fairs are becoming less relevant. Yet across Ireland, recruitment events continue to attract strong attendance from both employers and jobseekers, particularly within sectors such as construction and engineering. The reason is simple: people […]
Last week Technological University Dublin’s Grangegorman campus hosted the annual Jones Engineering Awards, an evening recognising outstanding students from the School of Engineering & the Built Environment and the Conservatoire for their innovation, dedication, and promise for the future. The ceremony highlighted student projects and achievements across technical and creative disciplines, with awards presented for […]
