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01-04-2026

Cork and Ireland's tallest residential building rises

Cork is on track to reclaim the title of having Ireland’s tallest residential building as the main core of the 25-storey Railyard development, which now stands at over 85.5m, was completed over the weekend. Specialist contractor Slipform Engineering Ltd commenced pouring the lift and stair

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30-03-2026

GAA club could lose 50% of its pitches due to Metrolink construction

One of Dublin's oldest GAA clubs is facing the prospect of losing 50% of its playing pitches, due to construction of the Metrolink project. Members of Fingallian’s GAA met Minister for Transport Darragh O'Brien this morning, calling for urgent action to address the situation. Under the

27-03-2026

Irish construction entering multi-year ‘super cycle’ with 5% growth forecast for 2026 – Goodbody

The Investing in Irish Construction & Materials report indicates that the Irish construction sector has momentum, with Euroconstruct forecasting a 5% output growth in 2026 for the industry, twice the Western European average. Confidence for the future of Irish construction is positive, with the

26-03-2026

Construction inflation caused by Iran War could hit house building in Ireland, ESRI warns

CONFLICT IN THE Middle East has led to a revised inflation forecast, with the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI) warning that other inflationary pressures could impact the delivery of housing. In a revised estimate, the ESRI is predicting a 3.2% inflation rate for 2026, and 2.7% in 2027.

25-03-2026

MetroLink looks to buy over 100 Dublin homes ahead of construction

The State is looking to purchase over 100 Dublin homes ahead of the construction of the MetroLink. Talks have begun between MetroLink officials and some affected homeowners, with compulsory purchase orders also being issued to some city-centre homes owned by Dublin City Council. Many affected

24-03-2026

Irish construction firms feeling the pressure of escalating costs

The Construction Industry Federation has warned that escalating costs, particularly fuel and raw materials, are continuing to weigh heavily on Irish construction firms, according to its latest quarterly outlook. The federation’s Q1 2026 Construction Outlook Survey, based on responses from 200

23-03-2026

Equinix begins construction of new data centre in Dublin

Equinix has announced it has commenced construction of a new data centre in Blanchardstown in Dublin. The new building, DB7x, will require no additional grid power connectivity as it will be constructed on an existing Equinix site and use power already allocated to that facility. The company said

23-03-2026

Construction body warns of 'deeply alarming' fuel rises

The construction sector has warned that the surge in oil prices could "further accelerate cost increases" for the industry. The Construction Industry Federation’s Outlook Survey for the first quarter of the year found that rising costs was a concern for the sector. The research shows that 79%

19-03-2026

Construction to begin on 53 homes at major derelict site in north Wicklow

One of Bray’s most discussed derelict sites is finally being prepared for a total transformation. Wicklow County Council has confirmed that construction on the Rockbrae House social housing scheme is scheduled to begin in June 2026, bringing an end to years of vacancy and decay at the

17-03-2026

7 Mental Models for Smarter Thinking

Most bad decisions don't come from a lack of intelligence. They come from poor thinking frameworks. Mental models help you simplify complexity, see problems from different angles, and make better decisions. Below are 7 mental models that can help you think more clearly and act more effectively.

17-03-2026

Construction Interview Tips

Are you preparing for a construction interview? Standing out isn’t just about experience, it’s about how you present it. From understanding your projects to demonstrating problem-solving and communication skills, small things can make a big difference.

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