‘Thank you for the opportunity to serve, it’s been an honour’ – CIF Director General Hubert Fitzpatrick retires

Hubert Fitzpatrick, Director General of the Construction Industry Federation, says his career has been shaped by a strong belief in the industry. Ahead of his retirement at the end of this month, he sits down with Siobhán Breatnach to talk about how construction has...

90 years of CIF and 90 special projects in the latest edition of Construction magazine – out now

I am delighted to share this very special edition of Construction in honour of the Construction Industry Federation’s 90th anniversary. Celebrations first kicked off in May, when the federation officially marked nine decades of industry representation. The CIF was...

Platmech and TCL: Launching a new era of heat pump technology in Ireland

Commercial partnership Fresh from winning both the Red Dot and IF Design Awards in 2025 and trusted to deliver unrivaled performance, TCL’s R290 Trithermal ATW Heat Pump represents the pinnacle of heat pump innovation. Through Platmech’s exclusive partnership, this...

Budget 2026: Government must back promises with funding to deliver water and electricity infrastructure

The Construction Industry Federation (CIF) has urged government to back promises with funding to deliver water and electricity infrastructure in Budget 2026. A delegation from the CIF met with Minister for Finance, Paschal Donohue TD, and Minister for Public...

Cork’s latest solution to project team accommodation for contractors, tradespeople and professionals on the go

Commercial partnership Ennismore House, Cork's latest solution to project team accommodation Located in Montenotte, minutes away from the heart of Cork City, Ennismore Accommodation provides reliable, budget-friendly, and comfortable accommodation tailored...

Future proof your construction career: Why construction professionals are upskilling with DASBE

Commercial partnership As Ireland’s construction landscape evolves, industry professionals are turning to DASBE – the Digital Academy for the Sustainable Built Environment – to stay ahead of the curve. Elisabeth O’Brien, DASBE Manager at the Technological University...

Homebuilders must have a seat at the table if we are to meet Ireland’s ambitious housing targets

Conor O’Connell, CIF Director of Housing, Planning and Development, outlines why the housing crisis is no longer just about planning permissions or demand-side supports As we celebrate the resilience and achievements of Ireland’s Top 50 Contractors in this edition,...

Main contracting: How to redirect surplus capacity to the domestic construction market

Government must convince construction companies to shift commercial focus from international projects to those at home, says CIF Director of Main Contracting Paul Sheridan While the government dithers over what it needs to do to enable the delivery of critical...

Achieving excellence in construction’s M&E sector through forward-thinking

CIF Director of Specialist Contracting Denise Tuffy considers how a foundation of embracing technology and innovation has led to global recognition for Ireland’s mechanical and electrical sector Ireland’s specialist contractors have long been a pillar of strength...

CIF president Stephen McCarthy on construction’s legacy and driving delivery with urgency

CIF Top 50 Contractors 2025 - A mighty synergy of heritage and capability The publication of our annual CIF Top 50 Contractors list is always a proud moment for Ireland’s construction industry. It’s a time to recognise and celebrate the companies driving progress,...