construction

Underwater tunnel set to connect Europe to Asia by 2028

It will be 6.5km-long Tunnels are all the rage at the moment. There’s been chat about a trans-Atlantic one between the UK and America (which Elon Musk has weighed in on), Germany are building one to Denmark, and there were even now-defunct plans in the past for one between England and Ireland. But whilst some […]

It will be 6.5km-long Tunnels are all the rage at the moment. There’s been chat about a trans-Atlantic one between the UK and America (which Elon Musk has weighed in on), Germany are building one to Denmark, and there were even now-defunct plans in the past for one between England and Ireland. But whilst some […]

1 year ago

Government launches recruitment drive for 27,500 construction workers over five years

The Government is planning on building 33,000 homes each year to 2030. 27,500 jobs in the construction sector are set to be created across the next five years as part of plans to build new homes across the country. Heather Humphreys and Simon Harris launched the Housing For All FutureBuilding Initiative on Thursday (5 May). […]

The Government is planning on building 33,000 homes each year to 2030. 27,500 jobs in the construction sector are set to be created across the next five years as part of plans to build new homes across the country. Heather Humphreys and Simon Harris launched the Housing For All FutureBuilding Initiative on Thursday (5 May). […]

4 years ago

‘Overhead strength test’ and ‘glass hammer’ included in Ireland’s favourite ‘builder’s pranks’

Have you fallen for any of these pranks? When you start a new job, no matter the industry, there is one fundamental truth that you pretty much have to accept: someone will take the piss out of you at the start. In no other career is this camaraderie through embarrassment more prevalent than in construction. […]

Have you fallen for any of these pranks? When you start a new job, no matter the industry, there is one fundamental truth that you pretty much have to accept: someone will take the piss out of you at the start. In no other career is this camaraderie through embarrassment more prevalent than in construction. […]

4 years ago

Here are the fastest growing salaries in Ireland right now

Considering a career change? Tech and finance salaries increased by up to 20% in the past 12 months, according to a new report. The data was compiled and published by recruitment group Hays Ireland. Tech roles experienced the most significant salary increases this year, taking 10 of the top 20 spots for salary rises. Accounting […]

Considering a career change? Tech and finance salaries increased by up to 20% in the past 12 months, according to a new report. The data was compiled and published by recruitment group Hays Ireland. Tech roles experienced the most significant salary increases this year, taking 10 of the top 20 spots for salary rises. Accounting […]

4 years ago

Government working to reopen construction on 5 March

Sites have “shown they are able to operate safely” according to the Minister for Housing. The government is planning to reopen the construction industry on 5 March, according to Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien. Speaking on Morning Ireland on Monday, he said that the plan remains to reopen the sites on 5 March, “as it […]

Sites have “shown they are able to operate safely” according to the Minister for Housing. The government is planning to reopen the construction industry on 5 March, according to Minister for Housing Darragh O’Brien. Speaking on Morning Ireland on Monday, he said that the plan remains to reopen the sites on 5 March, “as it […]

5 years ago

Here’s where to go for the best jobs in the Irish construction industry

This Advertorial was brought to you by O’Neill & Brennan Some fantastic opportunities out there in the Irish construction industry. Whether you’re looking for a new challenge, to build a career or simply gain some experience, the sheer variety of jobs in the construction industry is incredible. From quantity surveyors and site managers to labourers and […]

This Advertorial was brought to you by O’Neill & Brennan Some fantastic opportunities out there in the Irish construction industry. Whether you’re looking for a new challenge, to build a career or simply gain some experience, the sheer variety of jobs in the construction industry is incredible. From quantity surveyors and site managers to labourers and […]

6 years ago