Construction Manager (Construction - client side)

Your new employer is a national, semi-state organisation with a clear mandate to significantly increase the delivery of affordable and sustainable homes across Ireland. Operating on a commercial basis and supported by substantial government investment, the organisation plays a central role in the delivery of large-scale residential, regeneration and placemaking projects on public and strategically important land.

With a strong nationwide development pipeline, the organisation works closely with public bodies, utilities and experienced construction partners to deliver high-quality homes, vibrant communities and long-term social value.

This Construction Manager (Client Side) role offers an excellent opportunity to work on major residential and regeneration projects across Ireland. Reporting to a senior construction lead, you will be embedded within a multidisciplinary development team and will have primary responsibility for overseeing on-site delivery during the construction phase, while also contributing input at earlier stages including planning, design and pre-construction.

The role will suit an experienced site professional who is technically strong, highly organised and comfortable representing the client on site, ensuring that contractors deliver projects safely, efficiently and to the required quality standards.

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• Act as the client’s on-site representative during the construction phase of residential developments
  
• Oversee day-to-day site activities and monitor contractor performance against programme, quality and safety targets
  
• Support development colleagues during planning, detailed design and pre-construction stages
  
• Coordinate and manage design teams from a site delivery, technical and programme perspective
  
• Liaise with main contractors, consultants, local authorities, utilities and other key stakeholders
  
• Monitor construction programmes, milestones and delivery schedules
  
• Ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget and to agreed quality standards
  
• Oversee compliance with planning permissions, statutory approvals and building regulations
  
• Monitor works for compliance with contract requirements and best practice standards
  
• Support cost control, value engineering and efficient site delivery solutions
  
• Report regularly on site progress, risks, programme and quality to senior project stakeholders
  
• Assist with inspections, snagging, testing and commissioning through to project completion and handover
  

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• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a Site/Construction Manager or similar site-based delivery role
  
• A recognised third-level qualification in construction, engineering or a related discipline (or equivalent trade background with strong experience)
  
• Strong technical construction knowledge with a hands‑on approach to site delivery
  
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  
• Strong xcfaprz understanding of Irish building regulations, planning conditions and construction standards
  
• Experience working on public or client-side projects (advantageous)
  
• Familiarity with public procurement and contract administration (advantageous)
  

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• Secure, long‑term pipeline of residential developments
  
• Client-side role with strong work‑life balance
  
• 25 days annual leave plus additional company days
  
• Pension scheme with strong employer contribution
  
• Life assurance and income protection
  
• Excellent learning, training and career development opportunities
  

If you are an experienced Construction Manager looking to transition into or continue within a client-side role with a reputable housing body and long-term project pipeline, we would love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and suitability to or call .