Construction Director - Dublin - Leading Main Contractor

Lumen Search; Dublin; On-site; EUR 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Lumen Search Ltd. in Ireland is seeking an experienced Construction Director to oversee the delivery of multiple large-scale projects across Dublin, ensuring safety, programme, cost and quality are achieved.

Reporting to the Managing Director, you will lead Senior Project Managers and site teams, shape delivery strategies, manage commercial risk and cultivate strong relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Engineering.
• Significant experience in the Irish construction industry with a leading contractor.
• Proven senior operational leadership experience delivering complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee delivery of multiple large-scale projects across Dublin.
• Lead Senior Project Managers and site management teams.
• Monitor programmes, budgets, quality and contractual obligations.
• Provide strategic oversight of methodologies, planning and resourcing.
• Identify risks and implement corrective actions to maintain delivery.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder management

Construction programming

Commercial awareness

Team leadership

Education

Degree in Construction Management or Civil/Building Engineering

Job description

Package: Excellent Salary Package + Benefits (DOE)

Reporting To: Managing Director

The Role

Our client, a well-established and highly regarded main contractor with a strong presence across the country is seeking to appoint an experienced Construction Director to oversee the delivery of multiple large-scale construction projects across Dublin.

With a substantial portfolio of ongoing and upcoming developments across the residential, commercial, hospitality and mixed-use sectors, this is an excellent opportunity for an accomplished construction professional to take on a senior leadership position within an established and growing business.

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the successful candidate will take overall responsibility for the operational delivery of several major projects, providing strategic direction and leadership to Senior Project Managers, Project Managers and wider site management teams.

The role will involve ensuring projects are delivered safely, on programme, within budget and to the highest quality standards, while maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

Project & Operational Management

• Take overall responsibility for the successful delivery of multiple large-scale construction projects across Dublin.
• Oversee Senior Project Managers, Project Managers and site management teams, ensuring effective coordination and delivery across all projects.
• Monitor project performance against agreed programmes, budgets, quality standards and contractual obligations.
• Provide strategic oversight of construction methodologies, project planning, resource allocation and operational performance.
• Identify potential programme delays, commercial risks and operational challenges, implementing appropriate corrective measures.
• Ensure consistency in project delivery standards, reporting procedures and operational processes across the portfolio.
• Work closely with the Managing Director to establish project priorities and support the wider operational strategy of the business.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor and support senior project management teams, promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration and high performance.
• Ensure appropriate management structures, staffing levels and resources are in place across all projects.
• Support the recruitment, development and progression of key operational personnel.
• Conduct regular project reviews with management teams to assess progress, identify risks and implement improvements.
• Promote continuous improvement in construction delivery, operational efficiency and project performance.
• Work closely with the Commercial Director and commercial teams to ensure projects are delivered within agreed financial parameters.
• Monitor project budgets, cost forecasts, cash flow and overall commercial performance.
• Identify and manage commercial and contractual risks across the project portfolio.
• Support procurement strategies, subcontractor appointments and key commercial decisions.
• Ensure effective coordination between construction, commercial, design and procurement teams.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as a senior point of contact for clients, developers, consultants and other key stakeholders.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing clients while supporting the development of new business opportunities.
• Attend senior-level project meetings, providing updates on programme, commercial performance and overall project delivery.
• Represent the business professionally in all dealings with clients, consultants and external stakeholders.

Health, Safety & Quality

• Ensure all projects operate in accordance with company health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Work closely with the Health & Safety and Quality teams to maintain high standards across all developments.
• Promote a proactive approach to risk management, compliance and continuous improvement.
• Ensure appropriate systems and procedures are implemented consistently across the project portfolio.

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Engineering or a related discipline.
• Significant experience within the Irish construction industry, ideally with a leading main contractor.
• Proven track record in a senior operational leadership position, such as Construction Director, Contracts Director, Operations Director or Senior Contracts Manager.
• Extensive experience overseeing multiple large-scale construction projects simultaneously.
• Strong background in the delivery of major residential, commercial, mixed-use or similarly complex developments.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage Senior Project Managers, Project Managers and multidisciplinary construction teams.
• Excellent understanding of construction programming, commercial management, procurement and contractual obligations.
• Strong commercial awareness with experience managing substantial project budgets and operational risks.
• Proven ability to deliver complex projects safely, on time, within budget and to a consistently high standard.