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Barry Casey Appointed Construction Director

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We are pleased to  announce the appointment of Barry Casey to its Main Board as Construction Director for the Southern Region (Ireland).

Barry joined PJ Hegarty in 1993 and has played a key role in delivering many of the company’s flagship projects across the commercial, pharmaceutical, life sciences and residential sectors. Having served as Regional Director since 2018, his appointment reflects more than three decades of leadership, technical expertise and commitment to the business.

Throughout his career, Barry has been involved in some of PJ Hegarty’s best-known projects, including Boston Scientific, MSD, Penrose Dock, Nano Nagle Place and the Elysian development in Cork city.

With more than 500 employees, PJ Hegarty is one of Ireland’s leading building and civil engineering companies, operating across Ireland and the UK with an annual turnover of more than €500m.

PJ Hegarty delivers projects for long-standing clients across the commercial, pharmaceutical, life sciences, high-tech, industrial, infrastructure, residential, aviation, fit-out and specialist sectors.

Current projects include the new Citibank headquarters in Dublin Docklands, a significant programme of works across Dublin and Cork Airports, major data centre and pharmaceutical developments for confidential multinational clients, and Ireland’s tallest residential building, the 25-storey Railyard development in Cork.

Having celebrated its centenary in 2025, PJ Hegarty continues to build on its reputation for excellence while maintaining a strong focus on safety, sustainability, responsible procurement, diversity and inclusion.

Barry Casey, Construction Director for the Southern Region, PJ Hegarty, said:

“PJ Hegarty has been part of my career from the very beginning, so I am proud to take on the role of Construction Director for the Southern Region and join the Main Board. Over the years, I have been fortunate to work on landmark projects including Clarion Hotel & Lapps Quay Development, Penrose Dock and the Elysian development in Cork city. I look forward to supporting our teams as we continue to deliver for our clients across the region, with safety, collaboration and quality at the centre of everything we do.”

Maurice Killeen, Managing Director, PJ Hegarty, Ireland, said:

“Barry’s appointment is very well deserved and reflects the outstanding contribution he has made to the company over more than 30 years.

Barry has played a pivotal role in the success of our Southern Region, delivering high quality projects across the region, with a well-earned reputation for technical expertise, commitment and integrity.

I look forward to working alongside him as we continue to grow the business while staying true to the values that have defined PJ Hegarty for more than a century.”

Celebrating Pride 2026

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Throughout June, we celebrated Pride Month across our sites and offices with coffee mornings and the FREDIE campaign, which highlights the core values that guide how we work together every day: Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement.

Pride Month provides an opportunity to celebrate the diversity of our colleagues and reaffirm our commitment to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued, and empowered to be themselves.

International Women in Engineering Day

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This year, on International Women in Engineering Day, we are taking the opportunity to highlight some of the women who make a significant contribution to our business.

Everyday they drive progress and help shape the future of construction. We spoke to three of our engineers about what they enjoy most about working in the industry.

‘I enjoy the collaborative aspect of the role. Bringing ideas, people and systems together to reach a shared design goal is incredibly fulfilling. Seeing the work come together successfully on site is a great reminder of how powerful and effective coordination and communication can be.’ Lauren Walsh

‘I love being in the thick of it. Working on site is fast paced and unpredictable. It’s a great way of learning how to manage obstacles and coordinate teams to keep the project moving. It is satisfying seeing a project come together from design to the finished product.’ Anne Marie Kelly

‘I enjoy the problem-solving side of engineering and the satisfaction that comes from finding the right solution. Seeing a design develop from an initial concept into a finished project is one of the most rewarding parts of the job.’ Jennifer Mitchell

Ronald McDonald Plane Pull

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On Friday, June 19th, ten members of our team took part in the Ronald McDonald House Charity Plane Pull challenge. From bear crawls to military-style drills, the event put participants through their paces.

As sponsors of the event, we were delighted to support such an important cause. Ronald McDonald provides a space for families with seriously ill children receiving treatment, allowing them to stay close to their loved ones during a difficult time.

Click here to support Ronald McDonald.

 

 

 

Making wellbeing visible with Lighthouse Charity

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We are proud to support The Lighthouse Charity and their work across the construction industry.

Recently, we welcomed the Lighthouse Charity’s Make it visible campaign to site, providing an opportunity to raise awareness, encourage open conversations, and reinforce the importance of looking after our mental and physical wellbeing.

Also, on June 12th, we attended the annual Summer Lunch at the Mansion House. The event brings together people from across the industry to support one great cause, ensuring construction workers and their families can access the wellbeing and support services they may need.

A huge thank you to the Lighthouse Charity for the invaluable work they do and for continuing to promote wellbeing throughout our industry.

Treasury Annex Named Commercial Project of the Year at the 2026 ICE Awards

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Congratulations to the team at Treasury Annex on being awarded Commercial Project of the Year at the 2026 ICE Awards on Thursday, May 28th.

This recognition is a strong testament to the team’s hard work, collaboration, and commitment throughout the project. A huge well done to everyone involved in delivering this outstanding success.

Congratulations also to all of this year’s winners and finalists for their contributions to excellence across the industry.

Staff Relay Series

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On Thursday, May 21st, we took part in the Staff Relay Series in Phoenix Park, with three teams representing PJ Hegarty.

It was a fantastic evening with excitement, teamwork, and laughter. A brilliant event and a great opportunity to come together outside of our normal daily routines.

2025 ESG Report is Now Live

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The 2025 ESG Report is now available, outlining the progress made across our environmental, social, and governance priorities as we continue on our roadmap to 2030.

The report reflects on the impact of our centenary year, including community initiatives, charitable partnerships and key milestones as we celebrated 100 years in business.

Read the full 2025 ESG Report here

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Maurice Killeen appointed as Managing Director for Ireland

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PJ Hegarty has appointed Maurice Killeen as Managing Director for Ireland.

Maurice joined the company in 1993 and has since delivered complex, high-value projects for PJ Hegarty across the civil, industrial, pharmaceutical, life science, and commercial sectors.

With more than 500 employees, PJ Hegarty is a leading company in large-scale construction with operations in Ireland and the UK and an annual turnover in excess of €500m.

The family-owned business marked its 100th anniversary in Ireland last year and maintains a firm focus on safety, sustainability, responsible procurement and diversity and inclusion.

Maurice Killeen’s appointment follows senior roles as Regional Director and more recently as Operations Director (Southern Region) following his appointment to the PJ Hegarty board in 2022. He is an Engineering graduate of UCD.

PJ Hegarty has also appointed Barry Dodd as Managing Director for the UK region where he will oversee a business with a projected turnover of £110m this year.

PJ Hegarty delivers major projects across commercial, pharmaceutical, life sciences, high-tech, industrial, infrastructure, residential, aviation, fit-out and specialist sectors.

Current projects being undertaken by the company include the Citibank headquarters in Dublin’s Docklands, a significant programme of works at Dublin and Cork Airports, a number of large-scale data centre and pharmaceutical projects for multinational clients, and Ireland’s tallest residential building, the 25-storey Railyard development at Albert Quay, Cork.

Commenting, Maurice Killeen, Managing Director, PJ Hegarty, Ireland, said he was looking forward to the continued growth and development of the company.

“From the outset, my journey with PJ Hegarty has been shaped by working with exceptional people throughout our industry to deliver important and noteworthy projects across a broad range of sectors.  I am delighted to take on the role of Managing Director and excited to lead the continued growth and success of our Irish business.”

Ronald McDonald Cooking for Families

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Every year, we are proud to take part in the Ronald McDonald Cooking for Families programme.

On Thursday, May 14th, six members of the PJ Hegarty team stepped into the kitchen at Ronald McDonald House in Crumlin to prepare a meal for families staying there while their children receive treatment in hospital.

Ronald McDonald House Charities Ireland provides accommodation, meals, and vital support for families with seriously ill children during an incredibly difficult time.

To learn more about the Cooking for Families programme or to make a donation, visit www.rmhc.ie