As we move deeper into the final quarter of the year, the construction sector continues to demonstrate strength and resilience across Ireland. From large-scale infrastructure developments to expanding residential projects, activity remains high – and with it, strong demand for skilled professionals across all disciplines.

In this month’s Construction Insights, we’re sharing current job openings, the latest industry developments, and upcoming events shaping the months ahead. Whether you’re exploring new opportunities or strengthening your workforce, our recruitment team is here to connect you with the best talent and projects nationwide.

Current Job Openings

Our Professional Team is currently hiring for the following roles:

Our Trades and Labour team is currently hiring for the following roles:

Trending Industry News

  1. Green light for 19 new apartments near Kent Station in Cork despite local opposition (Source: Irish Examiner)

Planning permission has been granted for two apartment blocks opposite Kent railway station in Cork city, despite opposition from a local residents’ and heritage group. An Coimisiún Pleanála rejected an appeal by Summerhill Residents’ Association & Heritage Preservation Group against a decision of Cork City Council in April 2024 to approve plans for the construction of 19 apartments in two four-storey blocks on a site at Lower Glanmire Road.

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2. Building Smarter & Safer: How AI can future-proof Ireland’s construction industry (Source: Construction News IE)

Walk around any construction site in Ireland today and you’ll quickly notice the tension that defines the industry. On one side, demand is stronger than ever, from the urgent need for housing and social infrastructure to the rapid expansion of data centres and renewable energy projects. On the other, the sector faces some serious headwinds: a shortage of skilled labour, rising materials costs, tighter regulations, and supply chain disruptions that seem to come out of nowhere.

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3. Guaranteed Irish House members call for an increase in the pace of planning and utilities connections (Source: Construction News IE)

The Guaranteed Irish Construction Forum 2025, sponsored by Kingspan, held under the theme “Built in Ireland, Powered by Purpose: Connecting Construction, Facilities, and Energy,” brought together voices from across the construction, facilities management, and energy sectors to address the challenges and opportunities facing Ireland’s built environment.

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4. Government spends half a million euro on campaign to attract workers back to Ireland (Source: Breaking News IE)

The government has spent almost €500,000 on a campaign to encourage construction workers who have moved abroad to countries such as Canada and Australia to return. The campaign has used massive billboards with slogans such as “You’ve built Sydney, now come and build back home” to try to recruit some of the 70,000 construction workers needed here by 2030.

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Upcoming Events

  1. CITA BIM Gathering 2025, 6th November, Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge

This year’s theme, “25 Years of Digital Construction: Realising Visions and Advancing Automation,” challenges us to reflect on how far we have come and, more importantly, to explore the next frontiers of automation, artificial intelligence, and data-driven decision-making in the built environment.

Book your place here: https://www.cita.ie/events/cita-bim-gathering-2025/

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2. Construction Watch, 6th November, Croke Park Dublin

A full day conference among leading Irish policy & building standards experts and stakeholders exploring the intersection of housing & residential construction solutions that support engagement, research and government regulations and policy. In collaboration with experts from the Construction Sector, who have a common goal to promote building standards, consumer protection and address common issues related to housing & residential construction at national & international level; network with trade exhibitors, sponsors, and delegates to hear from leading voices across the residential construction sector.

Book your place here: https://www.homebond.ie/construction-watch/

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3. DataCentres Ireland, 19th – 20th November, RDS

Now in its 15th year, DataCentres Ireland is the country’s leading event for the data centre sector, bringing together key decision-makers, operators, service providers, and innovators. Combining a free-to-attend exhibition with a multi-streamed conference, it’s your opportunity to discover the latest technologies, share ideas, and shape the future of Ireland’s digital infrastructure.

Book your place here: https://www.datacentres-ireland.com

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As we move toward the end of 2025, hiring activity remains strong, with businesses preparing for a busy close to the year and gearing up for new 2026 projects. If you’re looking for your next role or expanding your team, our consultants are here to help.

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Thank you for reading this month’s Construction Insights. Stay tuned for our next edition – and as always, thank you for being part of Ireland’s growing construction community.