Construction Industry Federation

IHBA Midlands Workshop
2025-10-02 08:00 - 11:00 (Europe/Dublin) | Tullamore Court Hotel, Tullamore Court Hotel, B Daly 2 O' Moore St, Tullamore, Co. Offaly, Ireland

Construction Safety Campaign
2025-10-13 08:00 - 2025-10-25 17:00
The CIF Construction Safety Campaign 2025, Back to Basics, will take place over two weeks from October 13–24th 2025 – encompassing European Safety Week.
Date, location, and details TBC.
For more information on becoming a partner, read more here.

South-East Construct
2025-10-16 07:30 - 12:00 | Tower Hotel, Waterford, Tower Hotel, Waterford, Ireland
Last year’s event was very well attended and proved to be a great opportunity for members and other construction stakeholders to network.
The lineup of speakers and panel guests this year is very strong, and a full agenda will be issued shortly.
Discussion Items will include:

Keynote Speaker – John Cummins TD
Panel Discussion – Action Plan on Acceleration of Infrastructure Delivery
Panel Discussion – The Operational Regulations of an Evolving Construction Industry

Housing Prospects 2026 – Chaired by Conor O’Connell – Director of Housing CIF

The Market Outlook for 2026
Housing Agency Perspective
Housing / Apartment Delivery Costs
Financing the Future of Housing
Local Authority Perspectives
Update from Uisce Eireann

Members can avail of free tickets by entering the promo code, which is available by emailing Bríd at bcody@cif.ie.
Tickets are available at a cost of €50 to non-members.
Book your tickets through Eventbrite here.

CIF 90th anniversary golf and gala dinner
2025-10-17 09:30 - 23:30 | The Heritage Estate, Killenard, Laois, Ireland
As we celebrate 90 years of the CIF, we hope you will join us at the Heritage Estate, Killenard, Laois, on Friday, 17th October, 2025.
The dinner event is black tie.
Des Cahill, Irish sports broadcasting legend, will MC our celebration.
Dinner tickets are €120 per person to include:

Drinks reception;
Four-course meal;
Reception begins at 7:00pm; and
Gala dinner at 8:00pm.

Book a place or table of 10 for the gala dinner here.
Complimentary golf (shotgun start at 11:00am):

Arrival golf reception at 10:30am;
Teams accepted on a first-come, first-served basis; and
Breakfast is available on the terrace from 9:30am.

Book your golf team of four people here.

Download the brochure here.

John Paul Construction
John Paul Construction operates across Ireland, the United Kingdom and mainland Europe with a reputation for integrity, expertise and innovation. Our priority is the safety of everyone who works on or interacts with our projects. Our success is driven by the strong relationships we foster with our clients based on our core values of Excellence, Respect and Teamwork. Our focus is on our core sectors of Data Centres, Residential, Commercial, Life Sciences, and Infrastructure. We collaborate with our clients and supply chain partners to see how together, on each project, we can go further to build smarter.

BAM
BAM creates and enriches buildings and infrastructure across the UK & Ireland. For over 150 years, it has been dedicated to enhancing lives by creating sustainable environments and communities where people can live, work and thrive. BAM’s vision is to build a sustainable tomorrow. That’s why BAM thinks beyond construction and focuses on the bigger impact. It’s this approach that enables BAM to deliver the iconic buildings and infrastructure that help shape society.

Bennett Construction
Bennett Construction is one of Ireland’s longest-established construction companies, operating for over 100 years. The company works across a wide range of sectors including residential, commercial, data centre and educational. Bennett is recognised for delivering projects safely, on time, and to a high standard. The company places strong focus on quality, sustainability, and the use of modern building methods. With a straightforward, client-focused approach, Bennett Construction continues to grow its reputation as a reliable contractor that delivers practical solutions and lasting results across a wide range of projects.

Ganson Building And Civil Engineering Contractors Ltd
Ganson Building and Civil Engineering Contractors Ltd is one of Ireland’s most progressive building and civil engineering contractors. We undertake projects throughout Ireland and the UK with offices in Dublin and Castlewellan in Co. Down and are a leading contractor in all sectors of both Public and Private works.

Walls Construction
Walls Construction is one of Ireland’s leading building contractors. Established in 1950, we have grown to a turnover of €631 million in 2024, with a direct workforce of over 500 employees. Operating across a wide spectrum of sectors, we deliver high-quality projects in:

Commercial Offices
Data Centres
Education
Healthcare
Large-Scale Residential Developments
Leisure & Sports
Life Sciences & Pharmaceuticals

Our approach to construction is rooted in strong relationships, flexibility, and delivering value-driven solutions. We pride ourselves on our ability to consistently meet commitments, exceed client expectations, and foster enduring partnerships. Walls Construction — Building Our Future Together

Glanua
Glanua is an industry leader in providing innovative and sustainable engineering solutions to design, build and deliver critical water and wastewater infrastructure across UK and Ireland. Glanua is passionate about solving today’s environmental challenges and delivering a decarbonised and sustainable world. Glanua has built a reputation for delivering exceptional results while upholding the highest safety, quality, and environmental standards for our clients in the municipal and industrial sectors. Headquartered in Galway, Ireland, we have a talented workforce of 600 people, with offices in London, Northern Ireland, Navan, and Cork.

Unilin
For over 30 years, Xtratherm was a market leader in the construction industry in Ireland. The evolution to Unilin Insulation signifies a unified brand, delivering more to customers as part of a major European player in the construction industry. At Unilin Insulation, our working values of excellence, passion, entrepreneurship, and respect are inherent. The ethos of ‘More than Insulation’ demonstrates our commitment to quality product, market leading service and a partnership approach with industry professionals and students alike. It also highlights our commitment to deliver a more sustainably minded construction sector, where environmental considerations are an urgent priority.

Digicon
2025-10-21 08:00 - 17:00 | Croke Park, Croke Park, Jones' Rd, Drumcondra, Dublin 3, Dublin, D3, Ireland
The 2025 Digital Construction Summit will bring together Ireland’s leading CEOs, thought leaders, and digital adoption champions. It will focus on how Ireland’s construction industry must embrace smart construction, modern methods of construction (MMC), digital technology and innovation to address persistent challenges such as efficiency, productivity, and sustainability.
So join us on 21 October 2025 to hear lively panel discussions, inspiring case studies, burning fireside chats on Ireland’s vibrant digital construction sector, how to increase productivity and improve efficiencies for your business, and to connect with brands, organisations, suppliers and key industry buyers.
Register your interest here

Network West Event
2025-11-13 18:00 - 21:00 | The Galmont Hotel, the galmont hotel, Galway, Ireland
This year’s theme, “Shaping the Future of the Region’s Built Environment,” promises to be an engaging and insightful event. We are once again fortunate to welcome an outstanding lineup of speakers, who will share their perspectives and ideas on the future of the region’s built environment.
Following the presentations, members and guests will be invited to join us for an evening of networking, accompanied by finger food and drinks.

Location: The Galmont Hotel, Galway
Date: Thursday, 13th November 2025
Time: Commencing 6:00pm
Guest speakers:

Katie English, Chief Economist, Deloitte
John Daly, Economist, Northern & Western Regional Assembly
John O’Regan, Director, AECOM Ireland
Pamala Harty, Planning Project Director, MKO Ireland
James Golden, Director, Quigg Golden

Network evening:
The evening will feature expert presentations, followed by an informal networking session.

Booking: Attendance is free of charge and open to both CIF members and non-members. However, as places are limited, advance registration is required. To secure your place, please email: bcody@cif.ie.

Sponsors

MBCA Dinner
2025-11-14 18:30 - 23:30 | Clayton Hotel, Burlington Road, Leeson Street Upper, Dublin 4, D04 A318
Details to follow.

IHBA Dublin Workshop/ Prospects‘ 2026
2025-11-20 08:30 - 11:00 | The Dublin Royal Convention Centre, One Le Pole Square, Ship Street, Dublin 8, Dublin, D08 E6PD, Ireland
IHBA Workshops – Construction Industry Federation
Register via the above link for the workshop.
Download the agenda here.

Mid-West Construct
2025-11-21 07:30 - 12:00 | Castletroy Park Hotel and Suites
Last year’s event was very well attended and proved to be a great opportunity for members and other construction stakeholders to network.
The lineup of speakers and panel guests this year is very strong, and a full agenda will be issued shortly.
Discussion items will include:

Keynote speaker – Timmy Dooley TD
Panel discussion – Action Plan on Acceleration of Infrastructure Delivery
Presentation – Accelerating Infrastructure Taskforce
Panel discussion – The Operational Regulations of an Evolving Construction Industry
Housing Prospects 2026 – Chaired by Conor O’Connell – Director of Housing CIF
The market outlook for 2026
Housing agency perspective
Housing/apartment delivery costs
Financing the future of housing
Local authority perspectives
Update from Uisce Eireann

Members can avail of free tickets by entering the promo code, which is available by emailing Bríd at bcody@cif.ie.
Tickets are available at a cost of €50 to non-members.
Book your tickets through Eventbrite here.

IHBA Galway Workshop
2025-11-27 08:00 - 10:30 | Radisson Red Hotel, Crown Square, Joyce's Road, Galway, H91 H5PX, Ireland
Booking details to follow.

IHBA National Committee Meeting
2025-12-03 11:00 - 13:00 | 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

Digital Collaboration Network
2026-06-18 17:30 - 20:00 | Radisson Blu, Ditchley House, Castleview, Little Island, Co. Cork, T45 WF53, Radisson Blu, Co. Cork, T45 WF53
CIF’s Construction 4.0 Committee is establishing a Digital Collaboration Network to support members in the implementation of digital processes within their businesses.
The Network will bring together members at varying stages of digital maturity — from those beginning their digital journey to those seeking to progress to the next stage of adoption — and provide a structured forum for collaboration, shared learning, and practical support.
A driver for the establishment of this Network is the introduction of the BIM mandate for Public Works, which is continuing to cascade down through the industry and will apply to projects over €5 million from January 2027. Members who wish to compete for public works contracts are encouraged to prepare, where applicable to their business, to ensure readiness for compliance with this requirement.
🔗 Reserve your place here.
Implementing Digitalisation: Practical Guidance & Supports
To launch the Network, the second of two regional events will take place in Cork on 18th June.
This event will provide practical, actionable guidance and an open forum where members can gain clarity on the challenges associated with adopting digital processes.
The programme will focus on:

Funding opportunities available to contractors undertaking digitalisation
Practical insights into implementing digital tools and workflows within construction businesses
Peer to peer learning, drawing on real experiences from companies that have successfully addressed digital adoption challenges

Event details
Cork Event
Date: 18 June 2026
Location: Radisson Blue, Ditchley House, Castleview, Little Island, Co. Cork, T45 WF53
Time: 5:30pm – 8:00pm
Programme overview

17:30 – 18:00 | Networking
18:00 – 18:15 | Ivan McCutcheon, Business Advisor, Cork Local Enterprise Office
18:15 – 18:40 | Brian Cahill, Enterprise Ireland’s Nimbus Technology Gateway Manager / European Digital Innovation Hub
18:40 – 19:20 | Panel Discussion: “The Do’s and Don’ts of Digital Adoption”

Anthony Condon, BIM and Digital Construction Manager, PJ Hegarty & Son
Eoin Dunne, Quality Manager, Sorensen Civil Engineering
Ronan Staunton, Associate Director, Kiernan Electrical
Padraig O’Mahony, Contracts Manager, Weltec Engineering Limited

19:20 – 19:30 | Questions & Answers and Event Close
19:30 – 20:00 | Networking

Panel Discussion (40 minutes)
“The Do’s and Don’ts of Digital Adoption”
This panel will bring together industry experts for a practical and open discussion on digital adoption across construction companies of all sizes. The session will explore common challenges, recurring pitfalls, and effective solutions, drawing on real-world experience and lessons learned.
The discussion aims to reassure participants that many of the challenges encountered are shared across the sector, and to provide practical guidance on how these can be addressed in a structured and achievable way.
🔗 Reserve your place 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
