This one-day programme is for owners, principals and directors of construction firms dealing with heritage projects. This satisfies the requirement to have “knowledge of conservation theory” as specified under the Register for Heritage Contractors.
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Course: Conservation Theory for Heritage Contracting
Construction Holidays 2026
The CIF has a detailed calendar listing out the annual leave / public holidays for 2026.
Resource: Carbon Calculator
The ‘CIF Carbon Calculator’ is an innovative carbon measurement solution designed specifically for the Irish construction industry.
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Services for your company
We provide a wide range of services for construction companies from training for continued professional development to employment and health and safety.
Our Associations
We are a member-led organisation and have been supporting thousands of construction workers and companies across Ireland for almost 90 years through our network of associations and branches.
Advice and support
We offer our expertise across all aspects of HR and IR. We represent members at meetings with trade unions, the Labour Court and Workplace Relations Commission.
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STEM Passport for Inclusion partnership
Volunteer as mentors and help shape the future generation

The STEM Passport for Inclusion (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths – STEMP) programme at Maynooth University, with the backing of the CIF, is inviting individuals from all areas of construction and engineering to volunteer as mentors and help shape the future generation.
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Scaffold Inspection & Code of Practice Update
Date: 5th February
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Data‑driven decisions: How Evolution MX helps CIF members strengthen financial leadership
In Ireland’s construction sector, making confident financial decisions is more critical than ever. With tight margins, shifting market conditions, and rising costs, CIF members must rely on more than intuition
Pensions and financial advice
Carbon Calculator
The CIF Carbon Calculator is an innovative carbon measurement solution designed specifically for the Irish construction industry.