Urban Agency
Dublin Municipal Watersports Centre
Main Contractor: Purcell Construction
Client: Dublin City Council

The Quayside Project—Dublin’s new Municipal Water Sports Centre and Docklands Office—reinvigorates the River Liffey waterfront through a pair of contemporary civic buildings rooted in the historic logic of the docks. Built on an exceptionally constrained and archaeologically sensitive site, the project elevates its structure to preserve historic river walls while integrating fully into Dublin’s flood-defence system, providing critical climate-resilience infrastructure. Its faceted forms and origami-like zinc roof reinterpret the traditional dockland warehouse in a contextual yet contemporary language. An expressed timber structure, glulam canopies, and extensive off-site prefabrication reduce embodied carbon and minimise ecological impact within the UNESCO biosphere corridor. Delivered through intensive BIM coordination and just-in-time logistics, the project supports kayaking, rowing, sailing and civic activity, creating a vibrant public interface with the river. It stands as a model of sustainable, collaborative, and technically inventive civic architecture for Dublin’s future.

van Dijk Architects
Crokers Hill Social Housing
Main Contractor: Ormonde Construction Ltd
Client: Kilkenny County Council

Crokers Hill Social Housing reimagines what public architecture can aspire to be. Designed by van Dijk Architects, the project transforms a steep Kilkenny hillside into a vibrant, uplifting neighbourhood of 88 A-rated, NZEB-compliant homes. The natural contours become an organising spine, creating two intimate communities that meet at a sunlit civic space and a welcoming community building. Brick, colour, crafted details, and native planting work together to form a place of dignity and delight, where everyday moments are supported by thoughtful design. Bespoke elements, such as expressive rainwater features, bright bicycle racks, and stepped landscape terraces bring character and identity, while nature based solutions and timber frame construction anchor the project in environmental responsibility. More than a housing scheme, Crokers Hill is a celebration of belonging, resilience, and the quiet beauty of well made places, architecture that lifts the spirit and strengthens community.

Murphy
Fethard WwTW

This project involved extensive works on a live, operational wastewater treatment facility, requiring meticulous planning and coordination across multiple disciplines. Murphy leveraged advanced digital construction tools and BIM methodologies to deliver the project ahead of schedule and to the highest standards of safety and quality. Collaboration was enhanced through cloud-based environments and intelligent workflows, including the innovative use of Autodesk’s Informed Design application, a first in Ireland, which enabled early-stage parametric modelling and streamlined fabrication processes. Offsite manufacturing and intelligent P&ID systems further improved efficiency, reduced on-site risks, and ensured compliance with regulatory standards. The result was a digitally driven, industrialised construction approach that set new benchmarks for delivery, safety, and operational readiness.

Structure Tone
KPMG Fitout – Harcourt St, Dublin

Excellence in BIM means raising the standard of how a project is delivered – creating clarity, improving decisions, and giving the client more than they expected. On the KPMG Harcourt Street Fitout, excellence was achieved not through one innovation, but through a complete cultural shift. This is Structure Tone’s first major in-house BIM project, delivered by a newly formed department that rebuilt processes, retrained teams, uplifted subcontractors, and aligned the entire project to ISO 19650 and STOBG’s Quality 360 philosophy. Digital tools such as laser scanning, Imerso, AR, Holobuilder, live dashboards and Smart Building asset workflows reshaped coordination and accuracy. Subcontractors who had never used BIM became active contributors, supported through training and weekly guidance. For the client, asset data was verified and structured from the beginning, ensuring a seamless handover. This project shows how Structure Tone now delivers—collaborative, digital-first, and genuinely transformative. It represents the future of our organisation.

Murphy
Airton Road Extension Scheme
Client: South Dublin County Council

Murphy successfully delivered the Airton Road Extension Scheme, constructing a new 440m two-way single carriageway link road from Belgard Road to Cookstown Industrial Estate in Tallaght, Co. Dublin. The project enhances connectivity for key destinations including Tallaght Hospital, Technological University Dublin (TUD), local schools, an innovation centre, and surrounding residential communities, while supporting South Dublin County Council’s Development Plan objective to regenerate underutilised industrial lands within ‘REGEN’ zoning areas. Works included the installation of off-road cycle lanes, footpaths, three signal-controlled junctions, drainage systems, culverts, a district heating pipe network, boundary treatments, and landscaping. Murphy collaborated with DBFL, SDCC, and Tinnelly Group to reuse crushed concrete from a demolished warehouse, reducing approximately 200 HGV trips and saving an estimated 9 tonnes of embodied carbon, with all recycled aggregates processed and tested to meet TII standards. All works were completed while protecting existing utility services and maintaining traffic flows to local businesses.

Glanua
Ballycotton Pumping Station and WwTP
Client: Uisce Éireann

The Ballycotton Wastewater Treatment & Network Upgrade showcases civil engineering excellence delivered under uniquely challenging coastal conditions. The project eliminated one of Ireland’s last untreated wastewater discharges into a protected Special Protection Area, improving marine water quality and safeguarding local ecology. Its defining achievement was constructing a deep pumping station on a narrow single-lane pier without disrupting the fishing fleet — made possible by a bespoke temporary pier extension engineered in partnership with AM Consulting Engineers using Kyowa Rock Bags. The scheme also delivered advanced hydraulic controls integrating storm storage, tidal sensing and a modulating valve to ensure compliance during extreme tide and storm events. Delivered collaboratively under Uisce Éireann’s ECI Target Cost Contract, the project achieved exceptional safety performance, strong community support, environmental protection and a final outturn cost of €10.3m. It stands as a model of innovation, risk management and best-practice civil engineering delivery.

Sisk
Killaloe Bypass, Shannon Bridge Crossing & R494 Improvement
Client: Clare County Council

The Killaloe Bypass, Shannon Bridge Crossing & R494 Improvement Scheme is a flagship infrastructure project that redefines regional connectivity and sustainability. Delivering 6.2 km of new and upgraded roads, a striking 207 m six-span steel composite bridge, and enhanced active travel facilities, the scheme was completed ahead of schedule despite significant engineering and environmental challenges. Innovative solutions such as in-river piling from jack-up barges, stitching of precast pile caps, and the use of Ireland’s largest crane supported by 3D modelling showcase technical excellence. Sustainability was central, with HVO fuel adoption, 50% cement replacement via GGBS, and robust ecological measures including rare species translocation and invasive species control. Proactive stakeholder engagement, stringent health and safety management, and uncompromising quality standards ensured minimal disruption and maximum community benefit. This project sets a benchmark for collaboration, innovation, and environmental stewardship—an achievement truly worthy of industry recognition.

John Paul Construction
Rosslare Europort Terminal 7 & Enabling Works
Client: Office of Public Works

The Rosslare Europort Terminal 7 project was one of the largest infrastructure developments underway in Ireland at the time, delivered across a 250,000m2 site equal in size to 36 football pitches. The works included new roads, extensive freight hard standing areas, 28 new buildings and major civil engineering works consisting of, 400,000 tonnes of imported aggregate, 91,000m2 of concrete yards, and an additional 26,000m3 of structural concrete to buildings as well as 75,000m2 of bituminous pavement. The project was carried out within a live port and in a marine environment that handled 634,000 passengers and 235,000 freight units within the last year alone, adding significant complexity. Delivered on time and within budget, Terminal 7 provides a critical gateway to Europe and a vital State facility designed to protect the EU Single Market. Its success was built on close collaboration between the OPW, Irish Rail, the State agencies and John Paul Construction. Together, the team committed to a challenging programme and delivered on that promise safely and to a very high standard.

PJ Hegarty
Treasury Annex Building
Client: Ronan Group Real Estate
Architect: Henry J Lyons
Engineer/s: CS Consulting

The Treasury Annex building is located in the heart of Dublin city on a very restricted site. It is a landmark CAT A office development, the new building has more than doubled the original buildings workspace. This development is a perfect example of PJ Hegarty’s and Ronan Group’s commitment to quality, sustainability and investment in the long-term growth of the city’s commercial landscape. The coordination of the temporary works, civil, structural and façade engineering on the new Annex building was complex. However, despite the challenges and logistical constraints, PJ Hegarty achieved practical completion in February 2025 on time and budget to the satisfaction of our client. This was achieved through hard work, meticulous planning, effective collaboration between all project team members and the use of advanced construction techniques with rigorous quality management. PJ Hegarty’s proactive approach to design management, stakeholder engagement, and value engineering exceeded client expectations while enhancing the local community. The Treasury Annex stands as a testament to construction excellence, innovation, and sustainability delivering a key development in one of Dublin’s most prestigious locations.

Strata
Discipline: Project/Programme Management/Digital Construction Services

Strata is an Irish specialist consultancy dedicated to construction time management and digital construction services. Founded in 2016, the company was created to address growing project complexity and a market gap in specialist scheduling expertise. Headquartered in Dublin and privately owned, Strata has grown to over 70 professionals across Ireland, the UK, Sweden and Brazil. Its core services include construction scheduling, BIM, 4D visualisation, digital construction intelligence and forensic delay analysis. Strata works across multiple sectors, with particular strength in infrastructure, energy, mission-critical facilities and healthcare, delivering programme certainty in high-value technical environments. The company invests deeply in talent, leadership development, AI capability and digital engineering, while pioneering proprietary tools such as next-generation 4D automation and Strata Nucleus. As the first B-Corp certified engineering and construction company in Ireland, Strata integrates environmental, social and governance standards into delivery and is committed to responsible growth and resilient project outcomes.

Mitchell McDermott
Discipline: Construction Consultants – Project Management, Cost Management, Funder Advisory

Founded in 2015, Mitchell McDermott has grown into one of Ireland’s foremost Irish-owned construction consultancy firms. With a team of more than 90 professionals and offices in Dublin, Limerick, London and Amsterdam, we deliver consultancy services to leading clients around the globe. Our broad client base relies on us for our high standards, forward-thinking solutions, and attention to detail. We provide Project Management, Cost Management, Funder Advisory, and Specialist Services in a range of sectors including Residential, Data Centres, Industrial & Logistics, and Commercial. We pride ourselves on our data-driven approach and digital methodologies that improve certainty, efficiency, and sustainability for our clients. Our team is highly experienced, and known for their adaptability and dedication to excellence, as evidenced in our long-term client partnerships and repeat business rate. We are guided by our core values in everything we do, ensuring a work culture grounded in trust, transparency, innovation, and empowerment.

Wavin Ireland Ltd
AquaCell NG

AquaCell NG is Wavin’s next-generation stormwater attenuation system, launched in August 2025 to reduce emissions by up to 75%. Its modular, stackable design simplifies logistics, while integrated inspection channels ensure easy maintenance. Independently certified by BBA, BENOR, and KIWA, AquaCell NG meets stringent European standards. By combining innovation, sustainability, and performance, AquaCell NG sets a new benchmark for geocellular stormwater management and deserves recognition for product excellence.

Layher Ireland
Layher Flexbeam

Layher FlexBeam is a next-generation aluminium scaffolding beam that delivers a step-change in how suspended, cantilevered and complex access structures are designed and built. Its patented U-profile enables direct deck integration, reducing components and cutting assembly times by up to 30%, while delivering significantly higher bending and shear performance than traditional steel lattice beams. Fully compatible with the Layher Allround® system, FlexBeam enhances safety through lighter handling, fewer connections and reduced working-at-height exposure. Its durability, recyclability and lower transport weight support substantial carbon savings, aligning with modern ESG requirements. Since its 2023 introduction to the Irish market, FlexBeam has demonstrated exceptional performance across infrastructure, industrial and façade projects, earning strong contractor and client feedback, rapid adoption and repeat business. FlexBeam represents true construction product innovation: lighter, stronger, faster, safer and more sustainable — setting a new benchmark for excellence in temporary works engineering.

Mantis Live & Simplicity Group
MANTIS RECON

MANTIS RECON is a comprehensive SaaS platform ideal for the Irish construction sector. It delivers proactive fleet performance and risk management. Seamlessly integrated with the Simplicity Group’s expert service and operational support, RECON drives measurable efficiencies across every stage of fleet management. The platform unifies telematics, multi-camera data, and driver coaching into one intelligent ecosystem. That translates to better safety, optimised operations, and reduced loss ratios. Its standout innovation automatically produces AI-driven FNOL collision reconstruction reports. Therefore providing the speed, accuracy, and certainty needed to resolve claims quickly and defend against liability. By positioning in-vehicle technology as a core strategic asset rather than a simple monitoring tool, MANTIS RECON empowers fleet operators to manage risk. This builds safer driving cultures and helps achieve meaningful savings.

Gerard Dollard
Glanua

With over 20 years’ experience delivering complex civil, MEICA and tunnelling projects in Ireland and the UK, I have built a career grounded in technical excellence, strong commercial management and a collaborative leadership style. My work spans major utilities in London, Europe’s largest shotcrete cavern on Crossrail, and most recently the €10m Bagenalstown Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade for Uisce Éireann. As MEICA Project Manager, I led the project through significant challenges, including a full hydraulic redesign, complex JV interfaces and programme pressures. Through proactive decision-making, clear communication and early adoption of off-site manufacturing and structured cost control, I delivered the project more than two months ahead of programme and achieved a strong final account position under budget. I am committed to developing people, driving innovation and delivering safe, high-quality, compliant infrastructure. These principles underpin my nomination for Construction Project Manager of the Year.

Flynn
Trinity Portal
Client: Trinity College
Architect: Richard Murphy Architects, TAKA Architects, Dermot Foley Landscape Architects

The Trinity Portal project is a landmark transformation of a 19th-century warehouse into a modern innovation hub, with a defining feature being the creation of a vibrant public realm along Grand Canal Quay. Flynn’s delivery integrated high-quality landscaping, accessible pathways, and public seating, seamlessly connecting Trinity East Campus with the Dublin City Council streetscape and the wider Docklands community. This new public space enhances urban connectivity, supports community engagement, and provides welcoming amenities for both campus users and the public. Overcoming complex heritage, technical, and logistical challenges in a live campus environment, Flynn’s team delivered a flexible, sustainable asset that sets new standards for retrofit, stakeholder collaboration, and urban regeneration. The project’s success is reflected in outstanding client feedback and its role as the flagship development for Trinity’s Innovation District.

Walls Construction
UCD Centre for Future Learning
Client: University College Dublin
Architect: RKD Robinson Keefe & Devane

The UCD Centre for Future Learning (CFL) represents a landmark investment in educational infrastructure and public realm transformation at University College Dublin. Delivered under a €73m contract, the 11,580 m² facility provides world-class, technology-enabled teaching environments designed to support active learning, collaboration and modern pedagogical models. The project also reshapes UCD’s main campus entrance, introducing a new Arrival Plaza, enhanced landscaping and a revitalised civic gateway. Constructed within a live campus environment and surrounded by a century old, protected tree scape, the CFL demanded exceptional coordination, precise sequencing and innovative problem-solving. Through strong collaboration between UCD, the design team, Walls Construction and specialist supply-chain partners, the project was delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, sustainability and user experience. The completed facility now stands as a defining academic hub and a transformative architectural statement for Ireland’s largest university.

AM Consulting Engineers
Enfield WwTP upgrade
Client: Coffey
Main Contractor: Coffey

AM Consulting Engineers (AMCE) partnered with Coffey to deliver the Enfield Wastewater Treatment Plant (WwTP) upgrade on behalf of Uisce Éireann and Meath County Council. The upgrade increased capacity from 3,500 PE to 6,200 PE, with provision for future growth to 9,000 PE. AMCE added value across all stages, integrating design efficiency, safety, sustainability, and operational readiness, with early engagement ensuring construction methodology and design development were fully aligned. This upgrade goes beyond capacity expansion, significantly raising environmental performance. Sustainable sludge drying reed beds, combined with flood resilience, regulatory compliance, and long-term strategic planning, provide a low-energy, nature-based treatment solution. Innovative settlement tanks, trenchless pipeline installations, and modular construction techniques demonstrate engineering excellence. The project delivers measurable technical, ecological, and community benefits—supporting local growth, protecting public health, enhancing biodiversity, and reducing carbon emissions—exemplifying how modern infrastructure can achieve both technological innovation and environmental stewardship.

Waterford City & County Council and John Somers Construction Ltd
29 The Glen, Waterford City
Architect: Waterford City & County Council
Engineer/s: David Kelly Partnership Chartered Engineers

29 The Glen is a sensitive refurbishment of a mid-19th-century protected structure in Waterford City, delivered by Waterford City & County Council with John Somers Construction. Acquired in 2021 in a severely dilapidated state, the building had suffered long-term vacancy, structural deterioration and façade decay, and was at risk of further loss without intervention. The project transformed the property into four high-quality one-bedroom social housing units, completed in October 2024 and allocated in early 2025. The refurbishment reinstated the building’s architectural character, repaired significant heritage features, and upgraded the structure to modern standards of safety, comfort and energy performance. Works were guided by conservation principles and supported by funding from the Historic Structures Fund. The project has reactivated a derelict building, revitalised a prominent streetscape within The Glen, and delivered sustainable, accessible and much-needed social homes within the city centre – demonstrating best practice in adaptive reuse and heritage-led regeneration.

C&N Higgins Construction Ltd.
2-3 Mallow Street, Limerick
Architect: CJ Falconer & Associates
Structural Engineer: Malone O’Regan, M&E Engineer: Douglas Carroll Consulting Engineers

The Mallow Street development stands as a benchmark of heritage-led urban renewal. C&N Higgins successfully restored and reimagined two Protected Georgian Structures and a derelict rear site to create twelve modern, energy-efficient homes for the Peter McVerry Trust. Delivered within a €3.1m budget, the works reinstated lost architectural features, integrated a contemporary mews building, and introduced advanced heat-pump and ventilation systems – all while preserving original materials and craftsmanship. The project also delivered a complete internal refurbishment and retrofit of all twelve units, including new kitchens, bathrooms, fire-rated partitions, acoustic upgrades and turnkey finishes. The project transformed a long-vacant site into secure homes that directly address Limerick’s social housing needs, combining traditional conservation methods with modern construction standards. It reflects C&N Higgins commitment to excellence in quality, collaboration, and social value – demonstrating how skilled delivery can bring heritage, sustainability, and community impact together in one enduring outcome.

T&I Fitouts
Pinterest
Architect: MOLA Architecture
Mechanical & Electrical Engineers: Ethos Engineering

From the very outset, it was clear the Pinterest EMEA Headquarters in Dublin would be a special project. As the most recognisable online inspiration platform, they strive for their offices to be a reflection of their business. Each Pinterest office is unique with a strong individual identity and a close connection to their location. This project demonstrated ‘construction excellence’ in the truest sense of the phrase. From the collaborative nature of T&I with the client and design team from design stage, through to the collaboration with 127 vendors of varying experience levels we guided all parties in Excellence, Compliance, H&S, Quality, Logistics and respect for the local community, delivering what is a remarkable project.

Duggan Brothers (Contractors) Ltd
Tom Johnson House
Architect: The Office of Public Works (OPW)
Civil/Structural Engineer/s: WS Atkins Ireland Ltd, Services Engineer: Noel Lawler Consulting Engineers

The Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications required a new headquarters in order to permanently relocate away from leased accommodation. To this end, the reuse of an existing building – which has been given a new lifespan – was the perfect solution for a department concerned with the environment. An exemplar of deep retrofit refurbishment in a six-storey 1970s office development, this scheme provides a flagship new headquarters for the Department of Environment. Considered design interventions in respect of energy performance upgrading, embodied carbon, circular economy and environmental design – including a new central atrium providing natural ventilation and daylight – have transformed the building into a modern flexible work environment, safeguarding the future of this unique building for another 70 years. All of this was achieved Safely, On Time, Within Budget and to exceptionally high quality standards.

Barry Foote
Reddy A+U

I firmly believe I am an emerging leader within the industry, and my impact is already evident across the complex projects I have worked on to date. I have successfully navigated demanding deadlines, intricate construction detailing and processes, and challenging contractor and specialist subcontractor coordination, consistently driving solutions that elevate project quality and delivery. My ability to organise teams, communicate clearly, and take ownership of key decisions has strengthened both project outcomes and interdisciplinary collaboration. In addition to my project work, I play an active role in fostering a positive social culture within the office, helping to integrate my colleagues and encourage collaboration across all levels. Outside the workplace, Iengage in wider professional events, contributing to the strengthening of connections beyond the studio. My trajectory reflects strong professional capability and a natural aptitude for leadership, and I trust this makes me a standout candidate for the Future Leader Award.

Gavin Callaghan
Murphy

Gavin Callaghan, a Senior Engineer at Murphy, has delivered complex projects in Ireland and Canada, managing diverse teams and implementing innovative safety and sustainability practices. Since his promotion to Senior Engineer, Gavin has managed several site teams, subcontractors, stakeholders and clients to co-ordinate and deliver several construction projects. His leadership has ensured zero lost-time incidents across 40,000 work hours in 2025 alone and he has introduced industry-leading environmental initiatives. His encouraging approach helps to advance a continuous improvement culture on sites where safety and quality are the priority. He aims to continue this path to grow within his team and enhance his management skills while also bringing his colleagues along with him and allowing them to thrive in roles on his teams.

Jack Hanrahan
Duggan Brothers (Contractors) Ltd

My submission reflects a decade of progressive experience in construction management, culminating in leadership of complex, high-profile projects. I have consistently demonstrated innovation, collaboration and ability to work successfully with both design teams and our own construction teams along with an understanding that I am continually learning. Key achievements include introducing modern methods of construction such as precast concrete and Insulated Concrete Formwork (ICF), management and development of Covid protocols, implementing Lean planning tools like the Last Planner System and driving quality management through digital platforms. These initiatives have improved efficiency, safety, sustainability and programme certainty while strengthening stakeholder relationships. I am committed to promoting diversity, mental wellbeing and team development, fostering inclusive and high-performing environments. I aim to promote innovation, realistic programming and greater engagement with our younger professionals. Through continuous learning and strategic leadership, I aim to shape a more sustainable, efficient and collaborative future for construction.

Vision Contracting Limited

At Vision Contracting, “safety is how we build”. As one of Ireland’s fastest-growing construction firms, our success rests on a leadership-driven culture where physical safety and holistic wellbeing are paramount. Certified again as a Great Place to Work in 2025, our human-centred approach is backed by an ISO-accredited Safety Management System and robust mental health supports, including a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme. Our exemplary safety record is evidenced by eight consecutive years of NISO/NISG recognition and achieving zero Lost Time Injuries on 98% of our projects in 2025. Vision Contracting is redefining industry norms through a pioneering “digital-first” strategy as early adopters of the integrated HammerTech platform, leveraging AI to streamline reporting and democratise safety data. This innovative integration of technology and culture empowers our workforce, ensuring every individual takes ownership of a zero-harm environment. ℘

Cairn

Rapid Growth At Cairn, we focus on both what we build and why. Our mission is to create sustainable communities that last for generations, with health and safety at the heart of everything we do. Over the past decade, we have expanded from delivering 11 homes in 2014 to more than 2,600 annually in 2025. To date, we have built over 10,000 homes, now home to 30,000 people, while supporting thriving communities nationwide through initiatives such as the Cairn Community Games, which have engaged more than 160,000 young people. Submission Context Our investment in safety is industry‑leading, supported by over 30 dedicated safety professionals. This submission highlights our rapid growth and how we have nurtured a class‑leading culture that extends into our supply chain—helping partners strengthen safety practices and innovate. Backed by data, pioneering measures, and testimonials, Cairn demonstrates leadership in construction and safety excellence.

Collen
Grange Back Up Power
Client: SDCL

Collen is delivering Ireland’s first-of-its-kind 110 MW dual-fuel backup power station for SDCL at Grange Castle, West Dublin. This highly complex project integrates six 350-tonne MAN engines within a compact industrial footprint, using innovative construction and digital methods to strengthen national grid resilience and set new benchmarks for mission-critical energy infrastructure delivery. The €200m plus project integrates six 350-tonne MAN engines within a highly compact industrial footprint to provide rapid-response generation that strengthens national grid resilience and supports Ireland’s evolving energy system. As one of the most advanced installations of its type in Europe, the project presented exceptional technical, logistical and safety challenges. The construction team coordinated heavy plant installation, complex mechanical and electrical interfaces, and stringent environmental requirements within a live industrial setting and tight programme constraints. Collen adopted an engineering-led approach, deploying innovative construction methodologies, digital coordination and data-driven quality control to manage risk and ensure accuracy across all phases of delivery. The completed facility stands as a strategic national asset and sets new benchmarks for excellence in the delivery of mission-critical energy infrastructure.

Blockbusters Environmental Services and Graham Construction
Pennyburn to Culmore Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation
Client: Northern Ireland Water

The Culmore Trunk Sewer Rehabilitation Scheme represents one of Northern Ireland Water’s most advanced applications of innovation in wastewater infrastructure, combining UV-cured trenchless technology, digital quality assurance and Lean delivery techniques to renew a critical trunk sewer in the centre of Derry City. The £3.5m project restored 1.7 km of sewer up to 1350 mm diameter while maintaining uninterrupted wastewater services and full public access along Queens Quay, one of the busiest transport and commercial corridors in Northern Ireland. A single 186 m DN1350 UV-CIPP installation delivered in a 22.5-hour continuous operation set a new trenchless record in Northern Ireland and demonstrated the precision achievable through digital curing control. The innovation achieved verified benefits: 339% lower carbon footprint, 40% cost saving and a 9-month programme reduction, with zero Lost-Time Injuries, zero environmental incidents and zero service interruptions.

Coffey
Enfield WwTP
Client: Uisce Éireann

The Enfield WwTWTP Expansion project redefines innovation by demonstrating that progress is not exclusive to new technology. This project’s success lies in its creative combination of modern wastewater treatment processes with natural, nature-based solutions (NBS). The result is a treatment plant that operates in harmony with its surrounding environment while ensuring all final effluent is full compliant with all requirement. This nature based approach delivers significant, measurable benefits unmatched by traditional facilities, including enhanced Carbon Capture, a reduced Carbon Footprint, and substantial savings in both Capital Expenditure (CapEx) and Operational Expenditure (OpEx). While the approach requires a larger footprint, this increased surface area is strategically leveraged to promote biodiversity and wildlife habitat creation, further solidifying the project’s holistic sustainability and excellence.

Iarnród Éireann and BAM Ireland
Glounthane – Midelton Twin Track Project
Client: Iarnród Éireann

The Cork Area Commuter Rail (CACR) Programme is redefining sustainable rail delivery in Ireland by placing climate action, digital innovation, and circularity at the core of project execution. As the organisation’s first programme-wide sustainability strategy, the CACR programme team, working with their contractors, have translated national policy into practical, measurable outcomes and established a new model for low-carbon infrastructure. The Glounthaune–Midleton Twin Track project showcases this transformation. Delivered with BAM, the team embedded sustainability not as an add-on but as a guiding framework influencing design, construction, procurement, and reporting. Digital tools, including drone surveying, BIM coordination, virtual safety systems, and real-time sustainability dashboards – enabled safer construction beside a live railway while ensuring precise carbon, material, and waste accounting. A defining strength of this programme is its ability to translate high-level climate targets into actionable requirements at the work-package level, supported by transparent KPI tracking. This ensured measurable progress across carbon reduction, resource efficiency, community benefit, and social value – demonstrating that sustainability can enhance, rather than constrain, delivery. The GMTT project demonstrates that when innovation, data, and collaboration converge, sustainable infrastructure becomes a driver of better outcomes. The programme sets a new benchmark for future Irish rail infrastructure projects and shows what is achievable when climate ambition is embedded in every stage of delivery.

Dublin City Council and Actavo Ireland Ltd
Barrow Street Public Realm Improvement Scheme
Client: Dublin City Council
Engineer/s: Dion Matanhire

The Barrow Street Public Realm Improvement Scheme, delivered for Dublin City Council by Actavo Civils, transformed a 420m strategic corridor into a high-quality, safe and accessible streetscape, enhancing connectivity between Ringsend Road and Grand Canal Street Upper. The project included full carriageway reconstruction, granite footpaths, upgraded utilities, landscaping, street furniture, lighting and a new water bottle filling station, while maintaining continuous access for residents, businesses and major employers, including the Google campus. Procured through competitive tender and delivered in seven phases, the scheme ensured two-way traffic and uninterrupted services through innovative traffic management and proactive stakeholder engagement. A resilient procurement strategy and strong collaboration with DCC, designers, subcontractors and suppliers supported programme certainty. The project delivers significant community benefits, improving safety, accessibility, sustainability and visual character, providing a durable public asset with long-term social and environmental value.

JSD Contracting Ltd
The Shackleton Experience
Client: Kildare County Council
Architect: OBFA Architects Ireland
Structural Engineers, Fire And DAC: McCrae Consulting Engineers, Mechanical And Electrical Engineers: Bernard Smith Consulting Engineers

The new Shackleton Experience involved the meticulous restoration of a 300-year-old Town Hall, previously home to the Athy Heritage Centre, Athy Library and Athy Fire Service. The building underwent major refurbishment, preparing it for a new purpose. A team of conservation experts worked together to ensure the integrity of the historic building was maintained, restoring the cabin from the ship Quest, installing modern climate control measures to preserve the building and its artefacts. The project successfully integrates old and new, showcasing the historic life stages of the building while delivering a modern building experience through cutting-edge technology.

Purcell Construction
The Quayside Project
Client: Dublin City Council
Architect: Urban Agency
Engineer/s: RPSJV Tierney

The Dublin Municipal Water Sports Centre, formerly the Quayside Project, revitalises Dublin’s historic North Quays with innovative architecture, sustainable design and efficient construction. Comprising civic buildings that celebrate Dublin’s maritime heritage, the project features low-lying, faceted forms that blend modernity with historic context. Designed as both a civic hub and a flood defence, this high-profile development integrates cutting-edge BIM technology, off-site prefabrication, eco-friendly materials and optimised construction methods to address complex constraints, including archaeological preservation, limited space, and marine logistics. The construction project exemplifies collaborative excellence, with meticulous planning that ensured safety, minimal environmental impact, and seamless construction in tight urban conditions. Purcell Construction is proud to have delivered this vibrant public space and a civic landmark in partnership with the Design Team for Dublin City Council and the North Inner City, elevating Dublin’s waterfront for generations to come.

Kelbuild Ltd
Magazine Fort, Phoenix Park
Client: OPW
Architect: OPW
Engineer/s: Downes Associates

The Magazine Fort Stabilisation and Conservation Works in Phoenix Park is a flagship heritage project delivered by Kelbuild Ltd for the OPW. Over a two-year programme, our team carefully stabilised and restored the 18th-century fort — a Protected Structure and Recorded Monument — using traditional craftsmanship, conservation-approved techniques, and meticulous project control. The works included full structural remediation of the ramparts and vaulted Magazine Buildings, restoration of the 1921 Bakery Building, and the complete reconstruction of the Duke of Dorset Gate, with the replacement stone hand-carved off-site to match by master stonemason. Delivered within budget, on programme, and with zero safety incidents, the project demonstrates the highest standards of heritage excellence, collaboration, and sustainability. We would like to thank the OPW Heritage Services for their trust and guidance to deliver such a project. The result is a nationally important landmark structurally secured and authentically restored for future public access, education, and cultural value — and may be used as a benchmark in Irish conservation delivery.

Clancy Construction
Ronald McDonald House
Architect: Coady’s

Completed in November 2025 by Clancy Construction, the Ronald McDonald House beside the National Children’s Hospital in Dublin delivers essential accommodation for families of hospitalised children. The facility includes 52 ensuite bedrooms, family kitchens, lounges, playrooms and other communal spaces designed to offer comfort, dignity and relief during difficult times. Constructed using Modern Methods of Construction, including prefabricated structural systems, the project achieved exceptional build quality, programme efficiency and safety. The building meets Near Zero Energy Building standards and holds an A3 Building Energy Rating. A secure basement corridor links the House directly to the hospital, allowing families 24 hour access to their children. Delivered on time and within budget, this project demonstrates excellence in purpose, delivery and impact, creating a lasting sanctuary for over 800 families each year. It stands as a model of how thoughtful residential construction can support health, resilience and compassion at the heart of a national medical campus.

Sisk
Belmayne
Client: Kajima and Bartra
Architect: McCrossan O’Rourke Manning

The Belmayne P4 development comprises 258 high-quality apartments across six blocks, ranging from four to six storeys, supported by more than 500m² of residential amenity space including a gym, media room, workstations, concierge, parcel facilities and relaxation areas. Early delivery apartment provided design certainty for the client. The project also included an ESB substation, centralised comms room, sprinklers, alarms, BMS and six lifts. Solar panels were installed to improve energy performance, with all systems delivered in collaboration with specialist contractors. Soil stabilisation was successfully used as a major value-engineering initiative, achieving significant cost savings. The development achieved LEED Gold and included full site services, landscaping, plant areas and boundary treatments, enhancing the overall quality and sustainability of the scheme.

PBC Builders
Mirth Housing Development
Client: Associated Charities trust CLG
Architect: James Corrett Architects

PBC’s submission highlights a project that exemplifies excellence in construction delivery, site management, and client care. From day one our team committed to achieving the highest standards of quality, safety and presentation, ensuring the end asset not only met but exceeded all regulatory, environmental and client expectations. Through meticulous planning, proactive communication and strong collaboration with the design team and stakeholders, PBC maintained full programme control and delivered a well-managed, visually exemplary site. The project demonstrates our ability to anticipate challenges, implement innovative solutions and uphold industry leading standards in workmanship, safety performance and sustainability. The outcome is a high-quality, future ready asset that provides long-term value to the client and the community it serves. This submission reflects PBC’s dedication to professionalism, continuous improvement, and delivering projects that stand out for their quality, integrity, and impact

OCC Construction
Clai Mor, MMC Development, Galway
Client: Tuath, Galway City Council, Lizamber Ltd.
Architect: VHA – Vincent Hannon Architects

The Clai Mór development delivers 102 high-quality NZEB homes ahead of programme through a fully integrated MMC delivery model, transforming a traditional design into a precision-engineered, off-site manufactured solution. The client’s requirement for speed and long-term value was exceeded through 20% programme savings, minimal snagging and factory-level accuracy enabled by LGS structures, cassette floors/roofs, modular pods, BIM 360 coordination and LiDAR-validated installation. A rigorous LCA-led structural analysis delivered substantial low-carbon reductions, reduced waste and provided durable, economical homes for end users. The project became a national reference point, with extensive CPD engagement involving Engineers Ireland, Construct Innovate, CIF, the Department of Housing and multiple local authorities, sharing lessons on MMC, digital delivery and carbon-conscious design, and accelerating regional MMC adoption. Clai Mór enhances the wider Ballybrit community through new public spaces, improved pedestrian/cycle links and a safer, more connected neighbourhood—creating a low-carbon, socially inclusive, future-proofed residential community delivered with excellence across every metric.

JJ Rhatigan & Company
Innovation Square Tallaght
Client: South Dublin County Council
Architect: Coady Architects

Innovation Square Apartments in Tallaght is a landmark affordable housing development delivering 133 high-quality, energy-efficient homes and a community facility as part of South Dublin’s urban regeneration strategy. Completed 14 weeks ahead of programme and within budget expectations, the project demonstrates how Modern Methods of Construction and strong stakeholder collaboration can transform the speed, quality and sustainability of public housing delivery in Ireland. The development incorporates advanced precast systems, modular bathroom pods and lightweight cassette balconies to deliver exceptional architectural consistency and safety performance. As one of the first residential schemes in Ireland to connect to a large-scale district heating network, it significantly reduces operational carbon and lowers energy costs for residents, achieving a BER A2 rating. Innovation Square provides dignified homes, enhanced public realm and improved mobility links, contributing lasting social value. It sets a replicable benchmark for excellence in affordable residential design, placemaking and low-carbon delivery.