9 OUT OF 10 CONSTRUCTION COMPANIES UNWILLING TO TAKE ON FIXED PRICE CONTRACTS

Construction Outlook Survey also found that 91% expect further rise in construction material costs over next 3 months    85% expect to see price of construction projects rise over same

CIF News - 23 May 2022
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Automation In Construction Unlocks New Value For Businesses

In our latest guest blog, our corporate partners, FlowForma, discuss process automation for construction companies. Digital transformation for businesses in almost all industries has accelerated in the past few years.

CIF News - 13 May 2022
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GOVERNMENT MEASURES ON INFLATION POSITIVE, BUT REFORM OF PUBLIC WORKS CONTRACTS NOW ESSENTIAL – CIF

The Construction Industry Federation (CIF) has welcomed measures announced by Government to help deal with inflationary costs in public works contracts describing them as a “positive step”. However they have

CIF News - 10 May 2022
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Out of the frying pan and into the fire?

After a turbulent 2 years, Brendan Morahan, co-founder of specialist business consultancy Invennt, explains how Irish construction can insulate itself from international and domestic uncertainty.   Even before the war

CIF News - 06 May 2022
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Outdoor workers urged to be SunSmart as they have a higher risk of developing skin cancer

  Outdoor workers exposed to 2-3 times more UV radiation than people who work indoors Free webinar to support outdoor workers and their employers to reduce the risk of skin

CIF News - 29 Apr 2022
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CIVIL ENGINEER CONTRACTORS BELIEVE PUBLIC WORKS TENDERING STRUCTURED TO INCENTIVISE BELOW COST BIDDING – CIF

Average public works tender only includes 2.2% contingency against risk, half the average level for private tenders   86% of civil engineer contractors believe the tendering process for public works

CECA - 27 Apr 2022
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5 Reasons to use Dashboards in Your Construction Business

In our latest guest blog our corporate partners, Integrity Software, discuss the use of Dashboards to monitor your business in real-time.    Dashboards are a valuable business tool, offering an

CIF News - 11 Apr 2022
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Is your business eligible for tax relief from the Irish government?

In our latest guest blog, our corporate partners, Invennt, discuss R&D tax credits, and how to claim for same. Why is the construction sector missing out on R&D tax credits?

CIF News - 08 Apr 2022
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Minister Launches Green Procurement Training for Construction Sector on World Health Day

Ossian Smyth TD, Minister for State at the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform, launched Green Procurement, a training programme to enable the construction sector to play its part in

CIF News - 08 Apr 2022
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Lunchtime Webinar Series: Equality, Diversity, Inclusion in Construction

In conversation with Julie Sinnamon, hosted by Sean Downey Over the next decade, the Construction Industry must ensure that we attract and retain talent to meet current and future skills

CIF News - 06 Apr 2022
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Key Contacts

Meabh Smith, MPRII

Director of Communications
Email: [email protected]

Meabh Smith joined CIF in 2022 and provides strategic oversight and management of communications including media relations, integrated campaign management, digital marketing, branding, website development, social media engagement, event management and publications. Prior to joining CIF, Meabh was a brand manager with an IFSC reinsurance company and held roles as Head of Communications within the disability and overseas development sectors, where she managed public communications campaigns on domestic and international issues. Meabh’s qualifications include Masters Degrees in Journalism and Digital Media, and in Science, alongside Diplomas in Project Management and Direct and Digital Marketing. She is also a fully accredited member of PRII.

Jennifer Nisbet-Daly, MPRII

Communications Executive
Email: [email protected]

Jennifer Nisbet-Daly joined the CIF in 2018 and holds a BBus in Marketing & Event Management, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Innovation & Enterprise from University College Dublin. Jennifer also holds a National Diploma in Media, has a QQI award for Business Planning, and is a fully accredited member of the Public Relations Institute of Ireland. Before joining the CIF, Jennifer held creative roles in the Charity and Agri-Food sectors, and previously managed the social presence for Innovation and Digital Adoption for the Construction Sector Group (CSG). Alongside the management of corporate partner relationships, Jennifer plays a key role in the delivery of the CIF's public affairs strategy, DEI strategy, and national campaigns. She also oversees the production of internal and external communications materials such as Construction Magazine, the All Member Circular, Construction Matters, press statements, and CIF reports.

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