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15-07-2025

What to Expect in a Construction Job Interview

Congratulations, you’ve landed a construction job interview! Now it’s time for you to prepare. Right now, the Irish construction sector is flourishing with ongoing residential, commercial and infrastructure projects leaving employers keen to hire. This is an opportunity for you to show

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03-07-2025

Career Progression in Construction

Why Construction Is a Strong Career Choice Ireland's construction sector is one of the biggest employers in the country. It provides the infrastructure needed for the Irish economy to expand and thrive. With significant infrastructure, commercial and residential projects underway nationwide, there

08-05-2025

Benefits of Working in Construction

There has never been a better time consider a career in the Irish construction industry. With it continuously growing year on year the increasing, demand for housing and government investment, the industry is fuelled for a rise in construction activity. Working on a site is not all about getting

15-04-2025

How to Showcase Experience on a Construction CV

In the construction industry experience is the key that opens doors to new opportunities, but you must be able to showcase it. Whether you are a general labourer, site supervisor or a civil engineer your CV is a chance to present yourself in the light the recruiter wants to see you in. What

20-03-2025

What to Bring to a Construction Job Interview

Preparation is the first and most important step to having a great construction job interview but it’s not all about having the right answers to the interviewers’ questions, it’s also just as important to have the proper materials with you as well. Doing this gives off a great

04-03-2025

How to Showcase Construction Skills on LinkedIn

LinkedIn is an important platform for professionals in the construction industry as it can be served as an online CV and networking hub, helping you connect with potential employers and clients. In this blog you will learn how you, as a construction professional, can use the platform to showcase

19-02-2025

What to include in a construction CV

A CV can be jobseekers’ first point of contact with their potential new employer. Structure is everything when it comes to a successful CV, a well planned and thought-out CV makes it easier for the hiring manager to read and get an understanding of your experience. In this blog we will run

11-02-2025

The Rising Demand for Construction Workers

Irelands population is rapidly increasing population compared to other countries in the EU. And with this population growth comes a demand for new housing developments, infrastructure, and commercial builds, which we are seeing, but this is not correlating with an increase in skilled construction

29-01-2025

Tips for a Successful Construction Job Interview

An interview is not only a chance to highlight your experience within the construction industry but also show your personality and enthusiasm for the job you are applying for. Your employers want to see if you have the capabilities do the job as well as being a person they can cooperate with on a

20-01-2025

How to Join LinkedIn Groups for Construction Professionals

LinkedIn is the world's largest professional network on the internet. You can use LinkedIn to find the right job, connect and strengthen professional relationships and learn the skills you need to succeed in your career. For construction professionals LinkedIn groups can be seen as important as

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

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