Construction Industry Federation

IHBA National Committee Meeting
2025-12-03 11:00 - 13:00 (Europe/Dublin) | CIF Offices, Construction House, CIF Offices, Construction House, Canal Road, Dublin 6, Ireland

Building Skills for the Construction Industry
2026-02-25 16:00 - 18:00 | Radisson Blu Hotel, Limerick, Radisson Blu Limerick, Ennis Rd, Burtonhill, Limerick, Ireland
Talent retention is a critical challenge for employers in the construction sector. This skills session will inform you on government-funded training programmes to help upskill and retain your employees.
Modern Methods of Construction
Guest speaker will be John Kelly, Manager of the National Construction Training Campus, Mount Lucas, who will present on the theme of Modern Methods of Construction.
Agenda

4.00pm Welcome and overview of funded training models presented by Joe Leddin, Regional Skills Mid-West Manager
4.20pm Briefing by George Gill, Southern Region Executive, CIF
4.30pm Guest speaker – John Kelly, National Construction Training Campus, MountLucas
4.50pm Education and training providers/employer discussion on current and future training needs.
➢ Apprenticeship Updates
➢ Impact of Technology on Construction (AI, Robotics)
➢ Sustainability and Green Skills

This roundtable session is your opportunity to highlight emerging skills training that you require and to engage directly with both further and higher education training providers (University of Limerick, Technological University of the Shannon, Limerick Clare Education & Training Board.)

International Women's Day 2026
2026-03-06 | Johnstown House Estate, Enfield, Co. Meath, Ireland, A83 V070
International Women’s Day 2026 is about bringing together an extraordinary community of women from across the construction industry.
The event will take place on Friday 6th March 2026, at Johnstown House Estate, Enfield, Co. Meath. The theme is Give To Gain.
View the video and photos from last year’s event here: https://cif.ie/internationalwomensday/
The event is sold out.
Add your name to the waitlist for returned tickets here.
You can reserve a free ticket for the livestream here.

Cork Branch Dinner & Golf Outing
2026-03-20 09:30 | Fota Island Resort Hotel, Cork, Fota Island Resort Hotel, Cork, Ireland
The annual dinner continues to be one of the most significant gatherings for the construction industry in the region, offering exceptional opportunities to network with key stakeholders, industry leaders, and colleagues throughout the day and evening. A special surprise guest speaker will entertain attendees during the dinner this year which will be followed by some great music!
In addition to our annual dinner we are bringing back The Murphy Perpetual Cup! The Golf Classic is returning and promises to be a wonderful day out for members with a host of great prizes which have been kindly sponsored by Unilin.
Full details of this year’s member’s day are listed below:
Golf Classic – The Murphy Perpetual Cup
Sponsored by Gold Sponsor: Unilin

Date: Friday, 20th March 2026
Tee Times: 10.30am – 12.00pm
Teams: 4 persons
Cost: €100 per person
Companies participating in the Golf Classic must also attend the Dinner.

Please note: Places at the Golf Classic are limited and will be allocated strictly on a first come, first served basis. Bookings will only be confirmed once payment has been received.
CIF Cork Construction Dinner (Black Tie)
Gold Sponsor: Unilin
Silver Sponsor: MD O’Shea & Sons

Date: Friday, 20th March 2026
Prosecco Reception / Dinner: From 6.45pm
Cost: €125 per person (Tables of 10 available)
Dress Code: Black Tie
Music and entertainment provided

The Dinner will provide a distinguished and enjoyable evening for members and guests, with outstanding opportunities to connect with leading figures across the industry.
We encourage early booking for both events, particularly the Golf Classic due to limited capacity. To book your places please contact Bríd on bcody@cif.ie or (021) 4351410.
We look forward to welcoming you to Fota Island Resort for what promises to be an exceptional day and evening for the Cork construction community.

IHBA Housing Building Summit
2026-04-21 09:00 - 14:30 | Croke Park, Croke Park, Jones' Rd, Drumcondra, Dublin 3, Dublin, D3, Ireland
Going into its 7th year, the IHBA’s annual summit brings industry leaders, innovators, and professionals together to explore the key challenges, latest trends, technologies, and best practices in housebuilding. Where innovation and pragmatic solutions meet, our event offers collaboration, best practice learning and the conversations needed to achieve as an industry.
This is a must-attend event for homebuilders, developers, local authorities, housing associations, key partners and suppliers. So, mark the date and bring your teams to keep abreast of industry trends, engage with quality content and speakers, network and meet fellow industry professionals who understand the challenges ahead.
Book your place here.

Unlocking your CIF Membership Webinar
2026-04-23 13:00 - 14:00 | Online via Zoom
Get the most from your CIF Membership with this free lunchtime webinar designed to highlight the benefits of your membership with CIF’s experts.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oe5xMU9hRjqR08Sc-nLYBQ

Eastern Region Morning Briefing and Networking Session
2026-04-30 08:30 - 12:00 | Osprey Hotel, Kildare, Kildare, Ireland
The event will be held at the Osprey Hotel, Naas, Co. Kildare. Registration opens at 08:30, followed by the main session from 09:00 to 10:45. Attendees are then invited to continue the conversation during a networking session from 10:45 onwards.
The event, titled “Regional Housing & Infrastructure Outlook”, will explore the theme “Unlocking SME Growth Through Housing & Infrastructure Delivery.” Participants will gain insight into upcoming housing and infrastructure pipelines, alongside practical guidance on how SMEs can engage through procurement opportunities, enabling works, and tendering processes.
We will be joined by a strong panel of speakers who will each provide targeted updates for SME contractors, small developers, and consultants:

Kildare County Council – Alan Dunney (Director of Planning, Enterprise, Economic Development and Emergency Services): Overview of Kildare’s social housing and infrastructure pipeline.
Home Building Finance Ireland – David O’Doherty (Divisional Manager): Finance for SME developers.
Uisce Éireann – Catherine Kelly (Forward Planning Manager): Water services and facilitating growth; Emma Sweeney Butler, Developer Liaison Lead: Developer Led Infrastructure (DLI).
HF Law – Dermot Durack (Director of Construction & Procurement : The importance of Substantial / Practical Completion as a Project Milestone.

Schedule

08:30–09:00 – Registration & Coffee
09:00–09:10 – Welcome & Context – Andrew Brownlee – CIF CEO
09:10–09:30 – Kildare County Council – Alan Dunney (Director of Planning, Enterprise, Economic Development and Emergency Services) – Overview of Kildare’s social housing and infrastructure pipeline
09:30–09:50 – Home Building Finance Ireland (HBFI) – David O’Doherty: Finance for SME developers
09:50–10:10 – Uisce Éireann – Catherine Kelly (Forward Planning Manager): Water services and facilitating growth; Emma Sweeney Butler, Developer Liaison Lead: Developer Led Infrastructure (DLI)
10:10–10:30 – HF Law – Dermot Durack: The importance of Substantial / Practical Completion as a Project Milestone
10.30-10.45 – Q&A with Guest Speakers
10:45 onwards – Wrap-up & Networking

Register
Register here for the event.

CIF Health and Safety Summit
2026-05-06 08:00 - 16:00 | Croke Park
The CIF Health & Safety Summit 2026, Beyond Compliance: Building a Culture of Care, is a dedicated summit for Ireland’s construction sector, focused on elevating health, safety, and welfare standards. The mission is to move past minimum requirements and foster a proactive culture where every worker’s well-being is a priority. Through collaboration, innovation, and leadership, we aim to create safer sites and healthier futures for all in the industry.
So come along and join us in Croke Park on 6 May 2026 at the CIF Health & Safety Summit which sees Ireland’s construction sector coming together to discuss critical risks, share knowledge and to build a culture of care to protect all workers.
Book your place here.

CIF West Region Gala Dinner
2026-05-08 19:00 - 23:00 | Ardilaun Hotel, Galway., Ireland
The CIF West Region Gala Dinner returns on Friday, 8th May, at 7:00pm, to the The Ardilaun Hotel Galway.
Join us for an unforgettable black‑tie evening celebrating our industry and community.
🎤 MC: Shay Byrne (RTÉ Radio One)
🎙️ Guest Speaker: Sean Canney, TD
🎵 Live Music: Juan José Manzano
🎟️ Tickets are €100 each and can be purchased from Bríd Cody at bcody@cif.ie.
Don’t miss the region’s leading networking event!

IHBA Annual Housing Lunch 2026
2026-05-14 13:00 - 17:00 | Marker Hotel, Docklands,, Dublin 2, Ireland
The IHBA Annual Housing Lunch 2026 is taking place in the Anantara Marker Hotel, the Docklands, Dublin, on Thursday, 14th May from 1.00pm.
Join IHBA members for an afternoon of networking and entertainment in one of Dublin’s premier venues. This annual lunch is the main IHBA Social Event of the year where members can network with their peers in a relaxed and enjoyable environment.
Arrival is for 1.00pm with a welcoming drinks reception followed by lunch commencing at 2.00pm. Lunch will be followed by a surprise guest entertainer.
Tickets for the event are €120.00 each (tables of up to 10 available).
The event is expected to sell out quickly with a limit of 24 tables, so please book early. Download the booking form and email back to Cathy at cgurry@cif.ie.

Southern Construct
2026-05-21 08:00 - 14:00 | Pairc Ui Chaoimh, Cork, Ireland
The construction sector in Cork is entering one of the most pivotal decades in its history. From the transformation of Cork Docklands and city centre regeneration, to unprecedented housing demand, infrastructure upgrades and the race to meet climate targets, the decisions made by industry leaders over the next few years will shape the region for generations.
Learn more about the event and book your palce here

IHBA Golf Classic & Lunch
2026-09-11 08:00 - 17:00 | Killeen Castle, Killeen, Dunsany, Co. Meath, C15 FH39, Ireland
Details TBC.

South East Construct
2026-10-16 08:00 - 12:00 | The Tower Hotel, The Tower Hotel, The Mall, Waterford, Ireland

Mid West Construct
2026-11-20 08:00 - 12:00 | Co. Offaly
