Foreman (General)

Company overview

PJ Hegarty, established in 1925, is one of Ireland’s most progressive construction businesses. With offices in Dublin, Cork, Limerick, and London, the company delivers major projects across Ireland and the UK and has built a strong reputation in large-scale building work.

Being family-owned since the beginning, the business describes itself as having a long-standing commitment to its customers, employees, and the wider community.

Role overview

The company is looking for an experienced Foreman for the Munster area with substantial construction experience. The role focuses on maintaining a high standard of workmanship, making sure work is carried out in line with regulations, and meeting both general and project-specific requirements. You will work closely with site teams to help deliver the project to the highest standard.

Reporting to the Site Manager, the Foreman will oversee general concrete work activities on site and support successful project delivery through close coordination with site personnel.

Key duties

• Partner with the Health and Safety function to help maintain a safe and compliant worksite.
• Organise, coordinate, and monitor subcontractor performance, including reporting on progress.
• Track the agreed project timeline and provide regular updates.
• Offer clear guidance and keep colleagues motivated.
• Collaborate effectively as part of the site team.

Skills and experience required

• Significant experience in a similar foreman or supervisory position.
• Proven ability to manage teams and large numbers of contractors.
• Capability to work to strict deadlines and tight schedules.
• Strong leadership ability.
• Comfort working in a team-based environment.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.

Diversity and inclusion

The company is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to providing fair access to employment for both current and prospective staff.

It states that no applicant or employee should be treated less favourably because of religious belief, political opinion, gender, marital status, civil status, sexual orientation, disability, race, age, or membership of the Traveller community.

The company does not accept or tolerate discrimination, whether direct or indirect, from any member of the organisation, and it is committed to fair treatment of employees at all times.