Job Description
Construction Director
Ref No: lr.cd.cork
County Cork, Republic of Ireland
€160,000 - €170,000 per annum
Construction Director- Cork
c. €160,000 – €170,000 + Executive Package (including bonuses, car allowance, LTIP, pension & more)
ICDS Group is seeking an experienced Construction Director to oversee a portfolio of high-profile building projects across Cork. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead large-scale developments, working with one of Ireland's most established Tier 1 main contractors.
Our client has a strong track record delivering commercial, residential, healthcare, educational, and industrial projects nationwide, using modern construction methods and innovative technologies to ensure excellence across every stage of delivery.
As Construction Director, you will provide strategic leadership, overseeing the planning and execution of multiple building projects, while ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
1. Lead the delivery of large-scale construction projects from inception to handover
2. Manage senior project teams and site operations to ensure programme success
3. Oversee budgets, resources, and project KPIs (quality, safety, programme)
4. Engage with design teams, stakeholders, and clients to ensure alignment
5. Drive innovation and support the adoption of digital construction tools (e.g. BIM)
6. Report directly to senior leadership on project and business performance
About You
7. Proven experience delivering complex, large-scale building projects in Ireland or the UK
8. Demonstrable leadership in a senior role- Project Director, Contracts Manager, or Construction Director
9. Strong knowledge of Irish construction regulations, health & safety, and quality control
10. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
11. Experience working with Tier 1 or leading main contractors is desirable
Interested? Please apply online or contact Lukciya Robinson at ICDS Recruitment for a confidential discussion.