Construction Director

My client, a top Building Main Contractor who have extensive operations in a wide range of sectors in Ireland and the UK are now hiring a Construction Director to oversee residential projects from commencement through to completion. The company has a group turnover of over €200m with offices in both Ireland and the UK.

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.

Duties:

Team Leadership and Collaboration:

• Manage and lead multidisciplinary teams
• Source, recruit and develop new team members
• Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment to maximise team productivity and morale
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and training to team members to enhance skills and performance
• Collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders to address project requirements and challenges

Stakeholder Communication and Relationship Management:

• 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
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, providing regular updates on project status and addressing concerns and maintaining customer satisfaction
• Communicate project updates, progress reports, and milestones to stakeholders, including senior management, clients, and regulatory authorities
• Collaborate with external partners, such as government agencies and community stakeholders, to address project-related issues and concerns

Risk Management:

• Identify, manage and mitigate potential risks to the business
• Understand and manage contractual, statutory and legal obligations
• Monitor and manage project cash flows

Project Planning and Management:

• Develop project plans, schedules, and budgets
• 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
• 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
• Coordinate resources, materials, and manpower allocation to meet project objectives
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with building codes, regulations, and safety standards

Budgeting and Cost Control:

• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial constraints
• Monitor costs, analyse variances, and implement cost-saving measures when necessary
• Negotiate contracts with vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors to optimise project costs
• Collaborate with commercial teams regularly to ensure all variations and claims are identified and submitted in accordance with contract terms and conditions 
• Identify opportunities for revenue generation and cost reduction to optimise profitability

Quality Assurance, and Environmental Health & Safety Compliance:

• Implement, manage and enforce EHS protocols and procedures to maintain a safe working environment for all project stakeholders
• Ensure adherence to environmental regulations and sustainability goals
• Oversee the compliance of the company’s accredited management systems
• Establish quality standards and procedures to ensure construction projects meet or exceed expectations
• Conduct regular inspections and quality checks to maintain high construction standards
• Address any deficiencies or non-compliance issues promptly and effectively

Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a senior management role
• Large-scale residential experience is essential
• In-depth knowledge of the construction industry including industry trends, regulations and best practices, construction methods and practices, materials, regulations and building standards
• Strong leadership and people management skills
• Organised, with an ability to manage time effectively, and prioritise and manage multiple tasks simultaneously working to tight deadlines
• Excellent presentation, communication, negotiation and interpersonal skills with an ability to build strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders
• Strong commercial awareness
• Proficiency in project management software and tools
• Proficient IT skills
• High motivation, flexibility and the ability to work on own initiative

Salary:

• Salary Negotiable DOE
• Bonus Scheme
• Company Pension
• Private healthcare
• Life Assurance
• Professional membership fees
• Professional development & training opportunities
• Employee referral incentive
• Company sponsored events & social activities

If you are a Construction Director considering a career move, please feel free to send your CV or contact Lisa Cullen on 086-0119146 for a confidential discussion. GPC will not send any applicants CV’s to clients without a full discussion and prior consent. GPC is a specialist construction recruitment consultancy based in Dublin with 24 years’ experience working in the recruitment of construction professionals within Ireland and Internationally.