Would you like to be part of a landmark construction project with one of Ireland’s leading main contractors? Duggan Brothers (Contractors) Ltd are currently recruiting for a Senior Site Manager/ Project Manager for an exciting project based in Co. Clare. This is a full-time, permanent position offering an excellent opportunity to develop your career on a technically challenging and rewarding project.

Founded in 1923, Duggan Brothers is one of Ireland’s most established and reputable building contractors. The company has successfully delivered a wide range of complex projects across the commercial, healthcare, educational, residential and industrial sectors. With a strong commitment to quality, safety and teamwork, Duggan Brothers takes pride in delivering projects to the highest standards, fostering long-term relationships with clients and providing a supportive environment for staff to excel.

You will join a company with a proven track record of delivering excellence across Ireland and a team dedicated to precision, collaboration and continuous improvement in construction delivery.

Project Overview

Located in the heart of County Clare on Ireland’s stunning west coast, this five star hotel is one of the country’s most iconic and historic destinations.

The project presents a rare opportunity to contribute to works within one of Ireland’s most celebrated landmarks. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering high-quality construction within a heritage setting, combining modern building standards with the care and attention required when working in such a historically significant location.

Working on this project offers not only the chance to be part of a prestigious development but also the opportunity to contribute to the continued legacy of one of Ireland’s most distinguished estates.

Position Details

• Position: Senior Site Manager / Project Manager
• Requirement: Immediately
• Location: Co. Clare
• Job type: Full-time / Permanent
• Salary: Negotiable
• Reports To: Contracts Director
• Minimum experience required: 10 years

Role and Responsibilities

• Supervision of the construction on site.
• Management of all day-to-day onsite activity.
• Maintaining site diary – recording manpower levels for each sub-contractor and keeping detailed notes of all site activities.
• Support the project manager in delivering the project to the highest of quality & completed on time, within budget.
• Manage and motivate site teams.
• Ensure work is carried out to the highest of standards.
• Implementation of our Safety Management System on site.
• Implementation of our Quality Management System on site.
• Suggest appropriate changes that will increase the overall efficiency of the building process without compromising Safety or Quality.
• Working to an agreed programme and planning future works to avoid delays.
• Plan, maintain and control the financial administration of all construction work to attain and maintain maximum cost effectiveness.
• Requisitioning materials required on site in time and to the correct specification.
• Attend various meetings to ensure the efficient communication of all issues that affect day to day running of the site.
• Organising daily whiteboard meetings.

Duties and responsibilities may vary and are not limited to those listed above.

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a similar role within the construction industry.
• Relevant qualification in Construction Management or equivalent discipline.
• Enthusiastic and motivated individual with a proactive approach to work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to deliver projects from inception through to completion.
• Self-motivated, with strong initiative and keen attention to detail.
• Excellent decision-making, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• In-depth technical and practical knowledge of construction processes, standards and the regulatory environment.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and foster positive working relationships.

Why Join Duggan Brothers?

We offer the opportunity to work on meaningful and technically ambitious projects in a collaborative, professional environment. As a member of our team, you will be supported in your career development and given the tools to succeed within a growing company that values safety, trust, quality and innovation.

All applications will be treated with the strictest confidentiality and in accordance with GDPR regulations.