DEI at PJ Hegarty

PJ Hegarty has made Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion (DEI) an integral part of our organisation, ensuring that these principles are embedded in every aspect of our operations, from our vision and values to our policies, training, and supply chain management. As a leading Tier 1 contractor, we recognise the importance of creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace for all our employees, partners, and stakeholders.

Investors in Diversity

As part of our ongoing commitment to excellence, we benchmark our DEI efforts through the Irish Centre for Diversity (ICD). We are proud to have achieved Silver Level recognition in the Investors in Diversity programme, and we are actively working towards Gold Level certification.

Our DEI Steering Committee plays a vital role in shaping our DEI strategy and driving initiatives that foster inclusion and respect at every level of the company. Our recent DEI survey results show that:

90%

of our employees feel respected by their colleagues.

92.4%

have the resources and support to enhance their DEI awareness.

93.1%

of employees feel that our workplace is accepting of all backgrounds.

Embedding DEI across PJ Hegarty

We ensure that DEI principles are fully integrated into every aspect of our operations.

Policies that promote equality

Sets clear standards of respectful and ethical behaviour for all employees.

Outlines our commitment to fair treatment and non-discrimination across the nine grounds, ensuring every individual is valued and respected.

Enforces zero tolerance for bullying or harassment in any form, creating a safe and respectful workplace.

Requires our subcontractors to uphold DEI standards, ensuring inclusivity extends throughout our supply chain.

Ongoing training for an inclusive culture

Mandatory for all employees as part of their induction.

Helps our leaders recognise and mitigate biases in decision-making.

Focused on enhancing self-awareness, empathy, and relationship-building.

DEI in action

Community Engagement

We are deeply committed to supporting diversity in our communities through partnerships like:

  • WALK PEER Programme
  • STEM Women Recruitment Fair
  • St. Andrew’s Resource Centre

Supply Chain

Our commitment to DEI extends beyond our workforce. We ensure that our Responsible Sourcing Code is upheld across our entire supply chain, encouraging our subcontractors and suppliers to adopt fair and inclusive practices.

Empowering our People

We believe that continuous learning is essential for creating an inclusive workplace. To this end, PJ Hegarty provides comprehensive training programmes throughout the year:

  • Unconscious Bias Training
  • Leadership Development
  • Emotional Intelligence Training

DEI Steering Committee and Employee Resource Group

Our DEI Steering Committee and Employee Resource Group provide platforms for employees to share experiences, offer ideas, and drive meaningful DEI initiatives throughout the company.

Communication and Visibility

We ensure that DEI remains a visible and integral part of our culture through:

  • Toolbox Talks
  • Poster Campaign
  • DEI Calendar

PJ Hegarty Vision and Values

Our company’s vision and values are a testament to our commitment to DEI. These values define us and guide our approach to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

Our Vision

Our vision is to be at the forefront of safe, sustainable, and innovative construction through our century-long legacy of delivering exceptional projects with our dynamic and diverse people.

Our Values

Inclusivity

We foster a workplace that cares about and values its people, and are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer.

Safety

Committed to the physical and psychological safety and wellbeing of all our people, clients, partners, and neighbours.

Sustainability

We are committed to delivering high-quality construction projects that contribute to a sustainable environment for future generations.

Relationships

Built on trust, honesty, integrity, and respect with everyone we engage with.

Dedication

We go above and beyond to meet our own and our clients’ needs.

Forward Thinking

We are innovative, progressive, and pro-active in all aspects of our business.

Want to learn more?

Contact us today to learn how PJ Hegarty is building a better, more inclusive future or to explore career opportunities go to our careers page.

Stay in the loop

26 Aug 2024

As part of PJ Hegarty's responsible sourcing of materials workstream, we completed Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) workshops. These workshops, an important part of our sustainability strategy, involved several key sub-contractors and vendors. With 90%...

14 Aug 2024

As part of our ESG 2024 initiatives to support biodiversity and the local community, we partnered with Ballinora Men’s Shed to create bug hotels for our projects across the Southern Region. These bug hotels provide a safe resting...

28 Jun 2024

To celebrate Pride Month, we hosted Pride-themed coffee mornings across our construction sites and offices to promote diversity and inclusion. PJ Hegarty is steadfast in its commitment to building a more inclusive workplace for all...

26 Jun 2024

Last week at our Waterfront project in Dublin, we welcomed Dale and Ray from the Lighthouse Club as part of the #MakeitVisible campaign. Dale and Ray delivered two impactful talks on our site. They shared...

19 Jun 2024

Our EHS and site team from West Pharma collaborated with the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) to deliver a strong message on sun protection for all outdoor workers and employers this summer. The HSA is...

18 Jun 2024

Our eastern region teams reunited in Dublin for our annual staff summer party. The evening was filled with delicious food, drinks, and excellent company. Thank you to all the staff who attended and the social...

17 Jun 2024

Our team had the pleasure of attending the Lighthouse Club Construction Industry Charity Summer Lunch on Friday in the Mansion House, Dublin. This prestigious annual event brings together over 400 industry professionals to support mental...

14 Jun 2024

This week, for Men's Health Week, we have been actively engaging our team to raise awareness about men's health issues and promote healthier lifestyle choices. The overall aims of the week are to heighten awareness...

13 Jun 2024

We had a great evening at our Cork Summer BBQ in one of our landmark projects, the award-winning Penrose Dock Development for JCD. It was great to see so many of our colleagues from across...

7 Jun 2024

We were delighted to be awarded the Commercial - Over €20m for Spencer Place and BIM Excellence – Over €50m for ESB Project Fitzwilliam at the recent ICE Awards. These awards are a testament to...

30 May 2024

Congratulations to our team who took away the Barretstown Cup at the Amazing Race challenge! The Barretstown Amazing Race is a team-based challenge where our team competed against other companies to win the coveted cup...

28 May 2024

We're excited to share that our team had an incredible time at this year's Staff Relay Series in the Phoenix Park! With 30 enthusiastic participants, we embraced the relay challenge with smiles, laughter, and team...