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06-01-2025

Housing construction starts to fall in 2025 and 2026, says report

The number of housing construction starts will decline this year and in 2026, with huge pent-up demand continuing to push home prices higher. Industry analysis group Construction Information Services (CIS) said that housing construction was a huge driver of industry activity in Ireland during 2024,

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19-12-2024

Planning lodged for 108 new homes in Douglas

Property Developer Cairn Homes has sought permission from Cork City Council for a Large Scale Residential Development in Douglas. The proposed development includes the construction of 108 residential units comprising eight one-bed apartments and 100 two-bed apartments. The 108 residential units

18-12-2024

How to Answer Behavioural Interview Questions in Construction

Behavioural interview questions assess your actions and reactions in a specific professional setting or situation. These questions usually begin with phrases such as, "Tell me about a time when..." or "Give me an example of..." and often directly relate to key competencies or skills required for

17-12-2024

Important Skills to List on a Construction CV

The construction industry is a vast multifaceted sector that encompasses the planning, design, financing, construction, renovation and the maintenance of buildings, infrastructure and various civil engineering projects. It’s important to have a standout CV when working in the construction

16-12-2024

Construction of new primary care centre at former Louth shopping centre to begin in February

Construction works on the long-awaited new Dundalk Primary Care Centre at the former Carroll Village Shopping Centre is set to begin in February of 2025, according to a newly-elected TD for Louth. Louth TD Erin McGreehan has welcomed confirmation from the Department of Health that the HSE

16-12-2024

Our Senior Account Manager, Paul Devlin, Discusses Career Opportunities at T Levels Week

Our Senior Account Manager, Paul Devlin, recently gave a talk at T Levels Week 2024 to students at Derby College and Aston University Engineering Academy, on site at the Tea Factory in Digbeth.

11-12-2024

Types of Construction Jobs

The construction industry plays an important role in the growth and development of the Irish economy. Over the past few years, the construction industry in Ireland has experienced significant growth through investment in infrastructure, residential and commercial projects. When it comes to

10-12-2024

How to Connect with Construction Companies on LinkedIn

LinkedIn is the largest professional networking platform on the internet. By having a profile setup on LinkedIn, you can connect with opportunities by showcasing your unique professional story through experience, skill and education. Construction companies are valuable connections on LinkedIn as

10-12-2024

Construction activity slips for third month running

Construction activity fell for the third successive month in November despite improvements in housing work and new orders. The latest BNP Paribas Real Estate Ireland Construction PMI found that higher new orders encouraged firms to increase staff levels and purchasing activity, and input costs rose

09-12-2024

Spreading Festive Cheer: Christmas Jumper Day at O’Neill & Brennan

At O’Neill & Brennan, we believe in coming together not only as colleagues but as a community committed to making a difference. This holiday season, we swapped our usual office attire for something far more colorful and festive—Christmas jumpers—to support a great cause. The

09-12-2024

Housing output to reach 40,000 units next year

Ireland is forecast to deliver the strongest rate of new housing completions across 19 European countries this year as it scrambles to reach completion targets. Data from the EY-Euroconstruct monitor shows the level of housing completions per 1,000 of the population in Ireland at 5.9 in 2024,

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