As we enter the penultimate month of the year, the construction industry remains as active as ever. November was full of new opportunities, project updates, and exciting developments across the sector. With just a few weeks left in 2024, now is the time to plan ahead, seize new roles, and finish the year on a high note. In this month’s edition, we’re showcasing trending industry news, job openings and upcoming events to keep you informed and inspired.
Trending Industry News 🗞️
- Pharma giant Janssen seeking to expand Ringaskiddy manufacturing site (Source: Irish Examiner)
Pharmaceutical giant Janssen has sought permission to expand its manufacturing site in Ringaskiddy. The company is seeking planning to construct a two-storey extension next to its production building, comprising a floor area of 294 square metres. Janssen Sciences Ireland said the proposed development will facilitate the installation of new equipment to replace end-of-life appliances.
2. Construction started on over 1,100 homes in Limerick so far this year (Source: Limerick Post IE)
That’s according to new figures released by the Department of Housing. The figures stand high above the 796 which had commenced within the same period last year. According to the figures, construction on 154 new homes got underway this past September, by far the highest number of any September in the past 10 years in Limerick.
3. Number of construction workers back to boom levels, CSO data shows (Source: Irish Independent)
There are now more workers involved in the construction of buildings than at any time since the financial crash, new figures show. In the third quarter of this year there were 78,600 construction workers, across both the commercial and residential sectors, according to the Central Statistics Office’s labour force survey.
4. Boost for Cavan’s construction sector as plans for 20 new homes is given green light (Source: Irish Independent)
Plans for the development of 20 new homes in Cavan town has been given the seal of approval by local authority planning officials. Locally based firm Latt Properties Ltd were afforded planning permission to carry out the development on a 2.3 acre site at Swellan Upper, on the outskirts of the town.
Current Job Openings
Our Professional Team 🏗️ is currently hiring for the following roles:
Construction Project Manager (Residential), Roscrea, €75,000 – €80,000
Senior Quantity Surveyor, North Dublin, €100,000 + DOE
Quantity Surveyor, Laois, €60,000 – €80,000
Contracts Manager, Dublin, €75,000 – €85,000 DOE
Site Civil Engineer, Naas, €50,000 – €75,000
Quantity Surveyor, Naas, €40,000 – €60,000
Our Trades and Labour team 👷🏻 is currently hiring for the following roles:
Groundworker, Wexford
360 Excavator Driver, Dublin
Industrial Steel Worker, Carlow
Qualified Electrician, Kilkenny
Fabricator, Kilkenny
Construction Storeman, Kerry
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Upcoming Events 🗓️
- Promoting Careers for Women in Construction (Organised by Intreo – Department of Social Protection on December 3, 2024)
You will hear about the recruitment supports available from Intreo and training options available for the Construction sector. You will also hear from women currently working in the construction industry and their experiences. There will be networking opportunities bfore and after the presentations. A full agenda will be published here in the coming days.
- Irish Construction Law Conference 2024 (Organised by CMG Events on December 11, 2024)
The Construction Law Conference 2024 will focus on key areas of construction law, including Delays and Disruptions, Insurance, Bonds, and Risk Management, and the causes of construction litigation. It will cover the principles of delay and entitlement, differences between bonds and insurance, and how to approach litigation related to defects. The conference will also provide strategies for handling disputes with government agencies, highlight important aspects of contracts, and discuss recent legal cases in construction law.
As we approach the end of the year, we remain committed to supporting your career growth and recruitment needs. Whether you’re exploring new job opportunities or looking to hire top talent, our team is here to help.
Reach out to us at info@buildstaff.ie or call 017071012 to take the next step. Thank you for being part of the Construction Connect community—stay tuned for our final edition of the year in December! ✨
