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Director of Construction

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Experienced Construction Director required to oversee residential projects, based in Cork with a leading Irish and UK building main contractor. Offers excellent career progression, team leadership, and stakeholder management responsibilities.
15d ago
€180,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Cork, County Cork, Ireland
Onsite
Role
What you would be doing
client management
project coordination
budget development
risk management
vendor management
quality control
  • Source, recruit and develop new team members
  • Manage and lead multidisciplinary teams
  • Provide guidance, mentorship, and training to team members to enhance skills and performance
  • Build and maintain relationships with both new and existing clients, with a focus on negotiating and securing new business in line with the company goals and objectives
  • Understand and manage contractual, statutory and legal obligations
  • Conduct regular inspections and quality checks to maintain high construction standards
  • Coordinate resources, materials, and manpower allocation to meet project objectives
  • Monitor and manage project cash flows
  • Collaborate with commercial teams regularly to ensure all variations and claims are identified and submitted in accordance with contract terms and conditions
  • Assist in selecting, negotiating and managing vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors to ensure timely delivery of materials and services in collaboration with commercial and purchasing teams within the company
  • Oversee the compliance of the company’s accredited management systems
  • Collaborate with external partners, such as government agencies and community stakeholders, to address project-related issues and concerns
  • Establish quality standards and procedures to ensure construction projects meet or exceed expectations
  • Monitor costs, analyse variances, and implement cost-saving measures when necessary
  • Collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders to address project requirements and challenges
  • Negotiate contracts with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors to optimise project costs
  • Identify, manage and mitigate potential risks to the business
  • Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial constraints
  • Communicate project updates, progress reports, and milestones to stakeholders, including senior management, clients, and regulatory authorities
  • Plan, organise, and coordinate all phases of construction projects - from initial concept to completion including creating project schedules, monitoring progress, and ensuring timely completion of milestones and deadlines
  • Implement, manage and enforce EHS protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment for all project stakeholders
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular updates on project status and addressing concerns and maintaining customer satisfaction
  • Identify opportunities for revenue generation and cost reduction to optimise profitability
  • Address any deficiencies or non-compliance issues promptly and effectively
  • Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets
  • Ensure compliance with building codes, regulations, and safety standards
  • Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment to maximise team productivity and morale
  • Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies
  • Ensure adherence to environmental regulations and sustainability goals
What you bring
construction methods
time management
it skills
residential experience
project management
leadership
  • In-depth knowledge of the construction industry including industry trends, regulations and best practices, construction methods and practices, materials, regulations and building standards
  • Strong commercial awareness
  • Organised, with an ability to manage time effectively, and prioritise and manage multiple tasks simultaneously working to tight deadlines
  • Proficient IT skills
  • Large-scale residential experience is essential
  • Proficiency in project management software and tools
  • Excellent presentation, communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills with an ability to build strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
  • High motivation, flexibility and the ability to work on own initiative
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a senior management role
  • Strong leadership and people management skills
Benefits

The successful candidate will manage individual projects, with the opportunity to take full responsibility for all residential developments in due course. This is a pivotal role within a growing company, and they are committed to investing in the candidate’s professional development. This position offers excellent career progression for the right individual. This role will be based out of the Cork head office.

  • Professional membership fees
  • Employee referral incentive
  • Company Pension
  • Private healthcare
  • Bonus Scheme
  • Professional development & training opportunities
  • Company sponsored events & social activities
  • Life Assurance
  • Salary Negotiable DOE
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Security clearance
  • the company may perform background checks related to professional qualifications, employment history, and criminal records as a part of the hiring process.
Your recruiter
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  • From its early days helping architects and engineers find roles, it steadily built a reputation across Ireland, the UK and beyond.
  • Operating on both permanent and contract appointments, it has become the go‑to agency for technical talent in building‑related sectors.
  • Its financial model thrives on matching high‑calibre professionals with major projects—spanning M&E works, civil and structural design, and site supervision.
  • Typical placements include senior architects, civil and structural engineers, M&E specialists, quantity surveyors and facilities managers.
  • The firm’s specialisms bridge architecture, various engineering disciplines, construction and surveying, reinforcing its niche focus.
  • A standout is its 360‑degree approach—acting as advisor, negotiator and talent scout, tailoring service for both jobseekers and employers.
  • Though compact in size, its sustained growth and Dublin headquarters belies its wide reach in the technical recruitment landscape.
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