Construction Director

Headquartered in Cork, CField Construction is a privately owned Building & Civil Engineering contractor that provides construction services to both private and public partners across a wide range of sectors in Ireland and the UK,

The company has a group turnover of over €200m with offices in Cork, Limerick, London, and Edinburgh. Our vision is to be the contractor of choice with a reputation for delivering the highest quality projects and an unparalleled service. CField employs the best people, invests heavily in training and development, and ensures that the highest standards of quality, health & safety and governance are applied throughout the organisation.

This is evidenced by the fact that CField was one of the first companies in Ireland to achieve ISO 45001 certification.

CField is seeking an experienced and motivated Construction Director to oversee residential projects from commencement through to completion. Initially , 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 we are committed to investing in the candidate’s professional development. This position offers excellent career progression for the right individual.

The Construction Director will play an important role within the CField Senior Management Team. Reporting directly to the Irish Operations Director, and their primary role is to be responsible for securing, overseeing and managing all aspects of designated construction projects within the organisation from early concept stage through procurement, design and construction to completion and handover.

This role involves strategic planning, coordination, budgeting, and ensuring projects are completed efficiently, safely, within budget, within deadlines and according to specified quality standards.

The Construction Director will be required to collaborate with various stakeholders, both internal and external, including but not limited to contracts managers, project managers, quantity surveyors, contractors, architects, engineers, and regulatory authorities to ensure successful project delivery.

The Construction Director will play a crucial role in securing new business and leading the organisation's construction projects to success through effective planning, leadership, and collaboration. This position requires a combination of strong communication and interpersonal skills, technical expertise, managerial skills, and a commitment to excellence in construction practices.

Duties include but are not limited to:

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
• 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…