Pobalscoil na Tríonóide SkillFest’24 Sponsorship

We were proud to sponsor the debut Pobalscoil na Tríonóide, SkillsFest ’24. This innovative event brought together secondary schools from East Cork and West Waterford, putting the spotlight on vocational skills.

At SkillsFest ‘24, students had the unique opportunity to display their skills in seven key areas:

  • Construction
  • Information Technology
  • Engineering
  • Art
  • Hair & Beauty
  • Home Economics
  • Design and Graphics

This was an incredible chance for students from different schools to connect, share, and compete, showcasing their skills.

In recognition of their hard work and talent, winners in each category were celebrated with prizes totalling €3,500 and handcrafted trophies for the top three teams across all schools. Pictured below is our Contracts Manager, Fergus O Rourke, presenting prizes and trophies to some of the winning teams at the event.

 

 

 

 

Limerick project welcomes RSA Shuttlebus

We recently hosted the Road Safety Authority Shuttlebus on one of our Limerick projects – an interactive resource that brings road safety education to life and part of their #VisionZero campaign.

Inside the shuttle, our team got to experience realistic road scenarios using simulators and virtual reality headsets. From simulating hazardous road conditions to understanding the impact of braking and road speeds, it was an eye-opening experience on the importance of safe driving.

The technology onboard, including car, motorbike, and bicycle simulators, offered our staff a hands-on approach to sharpen their driving and hazard perception skills. The day was packed with essential lessons:

  • The risks of texting while driving and driver fatigue.
  • Testing reaction times with the brake reaction timer, illustrating how speed and environment affect braking distances.
  • Understanding tyre safety, and emphasising that tyres are our sole contact with the road.

Our team walked away with invaluable insights into driving safer on our roads. Thank you to the RSA and our EHS team for organising this initiative.

PJ Hegarty Announces Key Internal Promotions to Strengthen Leadership Team

PJ Hegarty is delighted to announce three appointments within its management team.

 

Maurice Killeen Appointed as Operations Director for the Southern Region

In his 30+ years’ experience since joining PJ Hegarty & Sons in 1993 as a Graduate Civil Engineer, Maurice has worked across a wide range of sectors within the industry, with a particular emphasis on large civil, industrial, pharmaceutical, and commercial projects. Maurice’s pro-active and structured approach to complex and challenging projects has contributed to a consistent track record of delivery for our clients, and lead to his appointment as a Regional Director in 2015 and Main Board Director in 2022. Maurice was appointed Operations Director for the Southern Region in 2024.

 

John Gavigan and Seamus Sheahan Step into Roles as Regional Directors for the Eastern Region

John Gavigan joined PJ Hegarty in 1996 and has consistently demonstrated exceptional skill and leadership. Recognised with awards from CIOB and ICI, John advanced to Contracts Manager and was named Regional Director in 2023. His diverse project portfolio, including notable undertakings such as 10 Molesworth Street, Zoetis, and Tropical Fruit Warehouse, showcases his versatile and dynamic approach to construction management.

With over 28 years of industry experience, Seamus Sheahan joined PJ Hegarty as a Project Director in 2022. His expertise and wide-ranging industry knowledge span various sectors, from residential to microchip technology. Seamus’s appointment as a Regional Director in 2023 is a testament to his ability to manage large and complex projects, further strengthening PJ Hegarty’s leadership in the Eastern Region.

     

These appointments reflect PJ Hegarty’s commitment to excellence and its belief in nurturing talent from within with Maurice, John, and Seamus set to play pivotal roles in PJ Hegarty’s ongoing success.

Irish Construction Excellence Awards 2024 Shortlist

We are thrilled to be shortlisted for four categories at the upcoming 2024 Irish Construction Excellence Awards.

We are incredibly proud of our team, who have demonstrated excellence in the following categories:
• Leisure Tourism Project– Midleton Distillery Experience
• Commercial – Spencer Place
• BIM Excellence – ESB Headquarters
• Innovation in Construction – Digitalising a Paper Based SBO Record Process

Thank you to our clients for entrusting us with your projects, and congratulations to the other nominees. We are looking forward to attending the awards this May!