Foreman - Structures

SACYR; Dublin; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

34 days’ annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Life assurance – 4x annual salary

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Company-funded training

Job summary

SACYR is looking for a Foreman – Structures to join the team for an exciting West Apron Vehicle Underpass project at Dublin Airport. In this role, you'll supervise site crews and ensure safety compliance while managing productivity on a high-profile project.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in structural construction, including reinforced concrete, and possess strong leadership and communication skills. If you're ready for a transformative journey, apply now!

Qualifications

• Legal right to work in the Republic of Ireland.
• Willingness to complete a 5-year background screening.
• Proven experience working on reinforced concrete.
• Valid Safe Pass required.
• Strong knowledge of structural construction methods.

Responsibilities

• Supervise site crews carrying out structural works.
• Enforce compliance with all HSEQ requirements.
• Ensure structural works meet drawings and quality standards.
• Drive productivity and monitor progress against the programme.
• Maintain daily site diaries and progress reports.

Skills

Supervision of crews

Safety management

Knowledge of reinforced concrete

Leadership and communication

Attention to detail

Education

Trade background in construction

CSCS Supervisor / Safety Supervisor or equivalent

Job description

As a Foreman – Structures, you’ll be at the heart of an exciting new West Apron Vehicle Underpass project at Dublin Airport. Join our dynamic team and make a difference!

About Us

At Sacyr UK and Ireland, we’re passionate about creating a better world through our projects. Our workplace is inclusive, diverse, and designed for everyone to thrive. We’re proud to have been named a Sunday Times Top 100 Employer in both 2024 and 2025, and to be accredited as a Living Wage and Disability Confident employer.

About You

If your values align with ours and you are passionate about being part of our team, read on! Our team is professional, great communicators, adaptable, full of integrity and generally a fabulous bunch. If this sounds like you, and you can demonstrate the required skills and experience, we want to hear from you.

Our Benefits

• 34 days’ annual leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Life assurance – 4x annual salary
• Pension scheme (details above)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Eye care vouchers – eye tests and glasses where required, including safety eyewear
• Annual health checks with Randox Health, including half‑yearly check‑ins
• Enhanced annual leave
• Company‑funded language lessons – Spanish/English
• Company‑funded training: training, certifications, and memberships in accredited bodies related to the position
• Lighthouse Club membership
• Discount shopping vouchers
• Opportunity for additional professional development
• And more benefits to be implemented

Key Responsibilities

Supervision & Site Management

• Supervise site crews and subcontractors carrying out structural works, including reinforced concrete, formwork, steel fixing, concrete pours, and associated activities
• Plan and organise daily works in line with the short‑term programme and site priorities
• Allocate labour, plant, and materials efficiently to meet programme targets
• Ensure works are coordinated with adjacent trades and disciplines

Health, Safety & Environment

• Enforce compliance with all HSEQ requirements, site rules, and airport safety procedures
• Ensure method statements and risk assessments are fully understood and followed on site
• Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks, and safety inspections
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping in structural work areas
• Ensure works comply with airside safety rules, permits, and access requirements where applicable

Quality Control

• Ensure structural works are completed in accordance with drawings, specifications, ITPs, and quality standards
• Carry out first‑line quality checks prior to engineer and client inspections
• Support concrete inspections, pre‑pour checks, and snag managementEnsure defects and non‑conformances are addressed promptly

Programme & Productivity

• Drive productivity and monitor progress against the programme
• Highlight delays, constraints, and resource issues to the Site Agent – Structures
• Support recovery planning and resequencing of works when required
• Maintain accurate daily records of works completed and resources used

Coordination & Communication

• Work closely with the Site Agent – Structures and Construction Engineers to deliver structural works
• Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, plant operators, and logistics teams
• Communicate upcoming works, constraints, and site requirements to crews
• Participate in coordination meetings and planning sessions as required

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain daily site diaries, progress reports, and allocation records
• Assist with permits, inspections, and sign‑off documentation
• Support handover activities and snag close‑out

Essential Criteria

• Legal right to work in the Republic of Ireland
• Willingness to complete a 5‑year background screening as part of the hiring process
• Trade background with significant experience as a Structures Foreman or Chargehand
• Proven experience working on reinforced concrete and structural works
• Experience supervising direct labour and subcontractorsValid Safe Pass and ability to obtain airport security clearance
• CSCS Supervisor / Safety Supervisor or equivalent
• Strong knowledge of structural construction methods
• Proven ability to supervise crews in safety‑critical environments
• Good understanding of drawings, method statements, and construction sequencing
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• High level of safety awareness and attention to detail

Desirable Criteria

• Experience on airport, aviation, or other high‑security live environment
• Experience on large‑scale infrastructure or civil engineering projects

In return, you will be working on a high profile 'once in a lifetime' project where you will be supported by a collaborative team in a learning environment. We offer local and global career opportunities and whilst this project is based in Dublin our teams are truly global!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are open to making reasonable adjustments to enable all applicants to participate in the recruitment process. Please let us know if you need any adjustments as part of the application process.

Ready to be part of our transformative journey? Apply now and contribute to building a better future!

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