Hegarty Building Contractors

Hegarty Building Contractors

Construction is in our DNA

We have been a family business for four generations.

Building Partnerships

PJ Hegarty have been completing projects for 100 years.

Collaborative Approach

Our success and longevity is based on an appreciation for our project partners.

Health & Safety

PJ Hegarty are committed to providing and maintaining a safe and healthy workplace for all our staff, workforce, clients, visitors, and public.

Sustainability

PJ Hegarty is committed to delivering high quality construction projects that will help ensure a sustainable built environment for future generations.

Environment

We continuously strive to improve our environmental performance by taking reasonable steps to ensure our potential impacts on the environment are eliminated where possible.

Quality

Delivering our clients & project stakeholders a project to the highest level of quality excellence is fundamental to our company’s vision.

3D of digital construction

Digital Technology

PJ Hegarty recognises the benefits and importance of embracing technology. We encourage our staff to explore and adopt innovated technologies. Digital training is a fundamental part of each new project.

LEAN Construction Section

Lean

At PJ Hegarty, we constantly review our business processes. We continue to increase awareness of Lean Principles across the organisation and promote integration of new methods into our business procedures though best practice.

Our Projects

PJ Hegarty has successfully completed numerous projects in our 100 year history, please see below for a selection of the more recent projects.

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ESB HEAD OFFICE

The ESB head office building on Fitzwilliam Street Lower is a stunning

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THE CRIMINAL COURTS OF JUSTICE
THE CRIMINAL COURTS OF JUSTICE
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PENROSE DOCK
PENROSE DOCK
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THOMOND PARK
THOMOND PARK
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SALESFORCE TOWER & DALATA HOTEL
SALESFORCE TOWER & DALATA HOTEL

What our clients say

Overall we found PJ Hegarty to be an extremely reliable and thorough contractor who put client satisfaction and the highest standard of project delivery at the top...
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Martin O’Brien
Director JCD Group (Project: Penrose Quay)
PJ Hegarty delivered the project in an efficient and professional manner and I would have no hesitation in recommending them for future similar works.
Donal Murphy
RKD Architects (Project: Guinness Gravity Bar Extension)

Stay in the loop

9 Dec 2025

Head of HR Jan Glynn reflects on the importance of creating a workplace where people can bring their most authentic selves to work, feel supported, and continue to grow. For her, an environment built on...

4 Dec 2025

John Gavigan reflects on a career that has taken him from graduate engineer to director, a journey he never expected when he first joined PJ Hegarty nearly thirty years ago. Over that time, he has...

3 Dec 2025

For Samuel Asad, an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, the interest in construction started early. At fifteen, a work experience placement with an interior fit-out company introduced him to quantity surveying and sparked an interest in construction....

25 Nov 2025

Peter was first introduced to quantity surveying by a secondary school guidance counsellor, sparking his interest in the construction industry and setting him on the path to PJ Hegarty. Since joining the team, Peter has...

19 Nov 2025

At PJ Hegarty, a career in construction is more than just a job, it’s an opportunity to learn, grow, and make a lasting impact. Sinead, an Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Advisor, joined PJ Hegarty...

13 Nov 2025

PJ Hegarty was recently welcomed to speak with Jones Engineering and The Construction Industry Federation with the TY Careers Class at St Angela’s College, Patrick’s Hill, Cork, about careers in the construction industry. It was...

28 Oct 2025

As part of this year’s Construction Industry Federation Annual Safety Campaign, we’re proud to have supported it yet again as a Gold Sponsor. Throughout the campaign, our teams and contractors took part in activities focused on the...

17 Oct 2025

On Friday, October 17th, we were joined by Loretta Dignam, Founder & CEO of The Menopause Hub and a Forbes 50 Over 50 Global leader, for an insightful webinar. Loretta broke down why menopause matters,...

14 Oct 2025

We are delighted to have received two awards at the 34th Annual National Irish Safety Organisation (NISO) Occupational Health & Safety Awards. PJ Hegarty was recognised with both the Consistent High Achiever Award and the...

11 Sep 2025

PJ Hegarty has been awarded the contract to deliver the first phase of Cork Airport’s €200 million Capital Development Plan, marking one of the most significant projects at the airport in almost 25 years. The...

9 Sep 2025

This week marks Cycle Against Suicide, during which teams cycle from Mizen Head to Malin Head to raise awareness about mental health and suicide prevention. This initiative highlights the importance of breaking the stigma surrounding...

8 Sep 2025

We gathered at the Guinness Storehouse on September 4th to celebrate 100 years of PJ Hegarty with the people who make it all possible, our incredible staff. A heartfelt thank you to every member of...