Recent reporting from The Irish Times points to strong momentum in Ireland’s construction sector, with house building reaching a one-year high despite rising fuel costs. Residential activity is showing encouraging signs of growth, though higher energy costs and ongoing supply pressures continue to affect delivery timelines and overall project costs.
For employers, this creates a familiar tension — rising costs and longer lead times are adding pressure to project delivery at a time when demand for skilled talent remains high. Hiring strategies need to be more proactive, and competition for strong candidates is intensifying.
For candidates, the outlook is positive. Continued growth across construction and engineering is expected to sustain strong demand, with more opportunities and competitive salaries across the market.
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