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Real Estate

Cairn

You need 3 years in a commercial role, strong communication, project management experience, problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.

You will manage contracts, track sustainability initiatives, conduct research, report on commodities and inflation, and support project management and senior procurement activities.

Logistics

Business, Operations & Strategy

Dublin

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      <p>Discipline:</p>
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      <p>Permanent</p>
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      <p>Expiry date:</p>
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   <p><b>Commercial Executive - Procurement</b></p>
   <p>Cairn has a unique opportunity for a high calibre Commercial Executive. The Commercial Executive will work within the Group Procurement function supporting with strategic and continuous improvement initiatives that will help maintain the overall momentum of the new procurement function:</p>
   <p><b>Key responsibilities:</b></p>
   <p>Typically the candidate will be expected to undertake and assist with the following duties:</p>
   <ul>
    <li>Contracts and deal management. Follow ups on status of agreements and opportunities under discussion and support senior procurement team members to bring them to a successful outcome.</li>
    <li>Collaborate with supply chain partners and internal stakeholders to progress innovation projects and activities.</li>
    <li>Strategic opportunities: Desk research, intelligence gathering and relationship building regarding opportunities for international and domestic supply relationships or other opportunities.</li>
    <li>Support senior procurement team members with adhoc, weekly and monthly reports and content creation</li>
    <li>Support, track and report on sustainability initiatives being managed across the Group Procurement team, this will involve close collaboration with other functions.</li>
    <li>General project management within the team and across strategic initiatives. Includes developing project plans and reporting progress against same to senior procurement team members.</li>
    <li>Support the continuous development of commodity price trackers and notification of risks and opportunities across the supply chain.</li>
    <li>Support the management of inflation trackers and reports.</li>
    <li>Additional tasks will be allocated to reflect increasing levels of development and experience.</li>
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   <p><b>The Candidate:</b></p>
   <ul>
    <li>3 years experience in a similar Commercial role</li>
    <li>Previous Construction or business consultancy experience is desirable but not essential</li>
    <li>Strong communicator who enjoys building new relationships</li>
    <li>Demonstrated ability to understand and interpret commercial drivers, with a strong focus on delivering value</li>
    <li>A pro-active problem solver</li>
    <li>Project management experience of commercial or other workstreams</li>
    <li>Demonstrate working on own initiate but also as part of a wider team</li>
    <li>Excellent attention to detail &amp; organisational skills</li>
    <li>Previous experience implementing process improvements across a team</li>
    <li>Strong reporting experience and comfort using a full suite of MS Office tools including Excel, Outlook etc. and track record of creating and delivering engaging and informative PowerPoint presentations</li>
    <li>A curious mindset and strong commercial acumen.</li>
   </ul>
   <p><b>Working with Cairn Homes:</b></p>
   <p>At Cairn, we believe it is essential that our employees feel valued and appreciated. We therefore offer above industry average remuneration packages with a comprehensive benefits portfolio that’s ready to support you for whatever life brings.</p>
   <p>We are delighted to offer a suite of benefits when you join Cairn which include</p>
   <ul>
    <li>Competitive salary</li>
    <li>Performance related bonus</li>
    <li>Pension scheme with matching contributions</li>
    <li>Full health insurance with Irish Life health</li>
    <li>Annual salary review</li>
    <li>Continuous Professional development (CPD) programme &amp; funding</li>
    <li>Paid maternity &amp; paternity leave</li>
    <li>Free Cairn annual leave days</li>
    <li>Life assurance</li>
    <li>Income protection</li>
    <li>Employee Assistance Programme with VHI</li>
    <li>Tax saver - travel and bike to work</li>
    <li>Culture Committee</li>
    <li>Talent Development Programmes</li>
    <li>Approved Profit Sharing Scheme (APSS)</li>
   </ul>
   <p>The Cairn purpose is to build sustainable communities where people can thrive.</p>
   <p>At Cairn, it’s not what we build, it’s why we build. It’s about putting down a marker that will stand for generations to come. Creating new communities of connection and belonging for an Ireland where people can thrive. Reshaping, redefining, reinvigorating our place in the world. Building for people, progress, and potential. Because when Cairn build, it’s Built For Good.</p>
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      Expiry date:
      18 Oct 2025
     
    
   
  
 
 
  
   Commercial Executive - Procurement
   Cairn has a unique opportunity for a high calibre Commercial Executive. The Commercial Executive will work within the Group Procurement function supporting with strategic and continuous improvement initiatives that will help maintain the overall momentum of the new procurement function:
   Key responsibilities:
   Typically the candidate will be expected to undertake and assist with the following duties:
   
    Contracts and deal management. Follow ups on status of agreements and opportunities under discussion and support senior procurement team members to bring them to a successful outcome.
    Collaborate with supply chain partners and internal stakeholders to progress innovation projects and activities.
    Strategic opportunities: Desk research, intelligence gathering and relationship building regarding opportunities for international and domestic supply relationships or other opportunities.
    Support senior procurement team members with adhoc, weekly and monthly reports and content creation
    Support, track and report on sustainability initiatives being managed across the Group Procurement team, this will involve close collaboration with other functions.
    General project management within the team and across strategic initiatives. Includes developing project plans and reporting progress against same to senior procurement team members.
    Support the continuous development of commodity price trackers and notification of risks and opportunities across the supply chain.
    Support the management of inflation trackers and reports.
    Additional tasks will be allocated to reflect increasing levels of development and experience.
   
   The Candidate:
   
    3 years experience in a similar Commercial role
    Previous Construction or business consultancy experience is desirable but not essential
    Strong communicator who enjoys building new relationships
    Demonstrated ability to understand and interpret commercial drivers, with a strong focus on delivering value
    A pro-active problem solver
    Project management experience of commercial or other workstreams
    Demonstrate working on own initiate but also as part of a wider team
    Excellent attention to detail & organisational skills
    Previous experience implementing process improvements across a team
    Strong reporting experience and comfort using a full suite of MS Office tools including Excel, Outlook etc. and track record of creating and delivering engaging and informative PowerPoint presentations
    A curious mindset and strong commercial acumen.
   
   Working with Cairn Homes:
   At Cairn, we believe it is essential that our employees feel valued and appreciated. We therefore offer above industry average remuneration packages with a comprehensive benefits portfolio that’s ready to support you for whatever life brings.
   We are delighted to offer a suite of benefits when you join Cairn which include
   
    Competitive salary
    Performance related bonus
    Pension scheme with matching contributions
    Full health insurance with Irish Life health
    Annual salary review
    Continuous Professional development (CPD) programme & funding
    Paid maternity & paternity leave
    Free Cairn annual leave days
    Life assurance
    Income protection
    Employee Assistance Programme with VHI
    Tax saver - travel and bike to work
    Culture Committee
    Talent Development Programmes
    Approved Profit Sharing Scheme (APSS)
   
   The Cairn purpose is to build sustainable communities where people can thrive.
   At Cairn, it’s not what we build, it’s why we build. It’s about putting down a marker that will stand for generations to come. Creating new communities of connection and belonging for an Ireland where people can thrive. Reshaping, redefining, reinvigorating our place in the world. Building for people, progress, and potential. Because when Cairn build, it’s Built For Good.
  
 


Commercial Executive - Cairn

Commercial Executive

You must be in relevant 3rd level education, eager to learn, possess strong communication skills, have attention to detail, and show initiative to get things done.

You will support site management, assist with health and safety compliance, manage internal trades, learn project oversight, and aid in QS duties while ensuring a safe work environment.

Construction & Surveying

Research & Development

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      <p>Discipline:</p>
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      <p>Intern</p>
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      <p>Expiry date:</p>
      <p>10 Oct 2025</p>
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   <p>Cairn has a unique opportunity for a high calibre student to join their growing organisation for Summer placement on one of their construction sites across the greater Dublin region (Wicklow, Kildare, Meath, Dublin). This role will enable the successful student to work as part of a wider project team (including Project Managers, Site Managers, Foremen, Senior Engineers, Quantity Surveyors and Health and Safety) and gain valuable insights into Cairn’s self-delivery construction model from planning to completion and handover of the project.</p>
   <p>Below are an outline of some of the responsibilities of an intern in their day-to-day role.</p>
   <p><b>Construction Intern</b></p>
   <p>Key responsibilities:</p>
   <p>Typically the candidate will be expected to undertake and assist with the following duties:</p>
   <ul>
    <li>Support the Site Management team (Project Manager, Site Manager, Senior Engineer, Finishing Foreman, and Health &amp; Safety Officer).</li>
    <li>Work and learn from the Senior Engineer on setting out the building foundations for the development.</li>
    <li>Assist the Health &amp; Safety officer on maintaining the highest safety requirements and compliance for the site.</li>
    <li>Assist the Finishing Foreman in managing the internal trades to deliver completed houses on time with an exceptional attention to design and detail.</li>
    <li>Learn from the Project/Site Manager how the overall site is managed and the program of work is completed.</li>
    <li>Learn and utilise company systems and dashboards, including but not limited to quality and programming.</li>
    <li>Partake in with company culture initiatives.</li>
    <li>Additional projects as required.</li>
   </ul>
   <p><b>Health &amp; Safety Intern</b></p>
   <p>Key Responsibilities:</p>
   <p>Typically the candidate will be expected to undertake and assist with the following duties:</p>
   <ul>
    <li>Work as part of the Cairn Homes Construction management team to ensure the provision of a safe and productive work environment.</li>
    <li>Assist the Health &amp; Safety officer on maintaining the highest safety requirements and compliance for the site.</li>
    <li>Always seek to improve the standard of Health &amp; Safety in a practical manner within the company management system and on specific sites.</li>
    <li>Monitor and enforce the implementation of Cairn Homes Health &amp; Safety Management System.</li>
    <li>Identify site specific hazards and ensure they are addressed in the site documentation and in a practical manner on the site.</li>
    <li>Ensure clear lines of communication are maintained to the H&amp;S Manager.</li>
    <li>Ensure the site folders and statutory records are being maintained on site.</li>
    <li>Ensure strict adherence to site rules by all contractors.</li>
    <li>Assist site management to comply with statutory H&amp;S requirements.</li>
    <li>Assist Site management to ensure Contractor Compliance on Cairn Homes Sites.</li>
    <li>Assist H&amp;S Manager and Site management to coordinate the safe systems of work for contractors.</li>
    <li>Enforce site specific disciplinary procedures.</li>
    <li>Contribute to accident and incident investigation.</li>
   </ul>
   <p><b>Quantity Surveying Intern</b></p>
   <p>Key responsibilities:</p>
   <p>Typically, the candidate will be expected to undertake and assist with the following duties:</p>
   <ul>
    <li>Assisting the Senior QS to manage subcontract packages and overseeing payments to subcontractors, suppliers and consultants along with normal QS duties.</li>
    <li>Experience of RC frame / apartment and residential building / commercial projects ideal, but not essential</li>
    <li>Assisting the Senior QS to assist with the preparation of monthly internal valuations and monthly cost reports</li>
    <li>Reporting on budgets and variations.</li>
    <li>Maintaining subcontractor and supplier contractual details</li>
   </ul>
   <p><b>The Candidate;</b></p>
   <ul>
    <li>Currently in relevant 3rd level education course.</li>
    <li>Eagerness and enthusiasm to learn.</li>
    <li>Strong communication skills both written and verbal.</li>
    <li>Strong attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.</li>
    <li>Ability to take initiative and the drive to get things done.</li>
   </ul>
   <p>The Cairn purpose is to build sustainable communities where people can thrive.</p>
   <p>At Cairn, it’s not what we build, it’s why we build. It’s about putting down a marker that will stand for generations to come. Creating new communities of connection and belonging for an Ireland where people can thrive. Reshaping, redefining, reinvigorating our place in the world. Building for people, progress, and potential. Because when Cairn build, it’s Built For Good.</p>
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      Discipline:
      Construction & Operations
     
     
      Job type:
      Intern
     
     
      Job ref:
      004962
     
     
     
     
     
      Expiry date:
      10 Oct 2025
     
    
   
  
 
 
  
   Cairn has a unique opportunity for a high calibre student to join their growing organisation for Summer placement on one of their construction sites across the greater Dublin region (Wicklow, Kildare, Meath, Dublin). This role will enable the successful student to work as part of a wider project team (including Project Managers, Site Managers, Foremen, Senior Engineers, Quantity Surveyors and Health and Safety) and gain valuable insights into Cairn’s self-delivery construction model from planning to completion and handover of the project.
   Below are an outline of some of the responsibilities of an intern in their day-to-day role.
   Construction Intern
   Key responsibilities:
   Typically the candidate will be expected to undertake and assist with the following duties:
   
    Support the Site Management team (Project Manager, Site Manager, Senior Engineer, Finishing Foreman, and Health & Safety Officer).
    Work and learn from the Senior Engineer on setting out the building foundations for the development.
    Assist the Health & Safety officer on maintaining the highest safety requirements and compliance for the site.
    Assist the Finishing Foreman in managing the internal trades to deliver completed houses on time with an exceptional attention to design and detail.
    Learn from the Project/Site Manager how the overall site is managed and the program of work is completed.
    Learn and utilise company systems and dashboards, including but not limited to quality and programming.
    Partake in with company culture initiatives.
    Additional projects as required.
   
   Health & Safety Intern
   Key Responsibilities:
   Typically the candidate will be expected to undertake and assist with the following duties:
   
    Work as part of the Cairn Homes Construction management team to ensure the provision of a safe and productive work environment.
    Assist the Health & Safety officer on maintaining the highest safety requirements and compliance for the site.
    Always seek to improve the standard of Health & Safety in a practical manner within the company management system and on specific sites.
    Monitor and enforce the implementation of Cairn Homes Health & Safety Management System.
    Identify site specific hazards and ensure they are addressed in the site documentation and in a practical manner on the site.
    Ensure clear lines of communication are maintained to the H&S Manager.
    Ensure the site folders and statutory records are being maintained on site.
    Ensure strict adherence to site rules by all contractors.
    Assist site management to comply with statutory H&S requirements.
    Assist Site management to ensure Contractor Compliance on Cairn Homes Sites.
    Assist H&S Manager and Site management to coordinate the safe systems of work for contractors.
    Enforce site specific disciplinary procedures.
    Contribute to accident and incident investigation.
   
   Quantity Surveying Intern
   Key responsibilities:
   Typically, the candidate will be expected to undertake and assist with the following duties:
   
    Assisting the Senior QS to manage subcontract packages and overseeing payments to subcontractors, suppliers and consultants along with normal QS duties.
    Experience of RC frame / apartment and residential building / commercial projects ideal, but not essential
    Assisting the Senior QS to assist with the preparation of monthly internal valuations and monthly cost reports
    Reporting on budgets and variations.
    Maintaining subcontractor and supplier contractual details
   
   The Candidate;
   
    Currently in relevant 3rd level education course.
    Eagerness and enthusiasm to learn.
    Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
    Strong attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.
    Ability to take initiative and the drive to get things done.
   
   The Cairn purpose is to build sustainable communities where people can thrive.
   At Cairn, it’s not what we build, it’s why we build. It’s about putting down a marker that will stand for generations to come. Creating new communities of connection and belonging for an Ireland where people can thrive. Reshaping, redefining, reinvigorating our place in the world. Building for people, progress, and potential. Because when Cairn build, it’s Built For Good.
  
 


Internship Opportunities (Construction & Commercial) - Cairn

Internship Opportunities (Construction & Commercial)

You need 2+ years in a similar role, strong attention to detail, multi-tasking skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a customer-focused attitude. Must work full-time on-site.

You will manage visitor interactions, calls, meeting spaces, and office supplies, support teams with documentation, coordinate onboarding, and ensure reception and facilities are well maintained.

People, HR & Administration

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   <p><b>Corporate Receptionist</b></p>
   <p><br> <br></p>
   <p>Cairn has a unique opportunity for a high calibre Corporate Receptionist who will work closely with the operations team in our central office in Dublin 4. This role will play a key part in ensuring the office is maintained and the teams supported to the highest standards at all times. The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders, with a focus on ensuring best in class presentation of our business. The development of strong working relationships with all departments at all levels in our business is critical to this roles success.</p>
   <p><br> <br></p>
   <p><b>Key responsibilities:</b></p>
   <p><br></p>
   <p>Typically the candidate will be expected to undertake and assist with the following duties:</p>
   <p><br></p>
   <ul>
    <li>First point of contact for all central office visitors.</li>
    <li>Managing incoming calls and taking relevant and timely action in a concise and professional manner, ensuring all items are followed up and closed out.</li>
    <li>Maintaining the reception area and meeting spaces to the highest standard at all times. * Management of internal meeting rooms and hot desks, ensuring quick turnaround between meetings as well as anticipating department needs including catering as and when required.</li>
    <li>Preparation and proofing of documentation and reports, including collation and formatting of same.</li>
    <li>Supporting functional teams in relation to administrative requirements including but not limited to printing packs, documentation, reports &amp; contracts.</li>
    <li>Maintaining internal contact lists with monthly auditing.</li>
    <li>Responsibility for maintaining office supplies centrally, providing site support as required.</li>
    <li>Calendar and diary management.</li>
    <li>Arranging couriers, managing post (incoming and outgoing) with some booking of travel (flights, cars, hotel).</li>
    <li>Facilities management including office contracts, cleaning and liaising with landlord.</li>
    <li>Partnering with the IT &amp; People team to coordinate new starter onboarding.</li>
    <li>Adhere to the grooming standard/ business dress code required for the Central Office Reception.</li>
   </ul><br>
   <p></p>
   <p>Tasks will be allocated to reflect increasing levels of development and experience.</p>
   <p><br></p>
   <p><b>The candidate;</b></p>
   <p><br></p>
   <ul>
    <li>A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.</li>
    <li>To be a self-starter with the ability to work on one’s own initiative.</li>
    <li>Strong attention to detail &amp; forward planning.</li>
    <li>Proven track record in representing an organisation to the highest standard.</li>
    <li>A strong ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment where relationships, organisation, and a high attention to detail is required.</li>
    <li>Ability to develop relationships with a variety of stakeholders.</li>
    <li>Confident in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).</li>
    <li>Customer focussed individual with a “can do” attitude</li>
    <li>Ability to work on-site in our Central Office full time.</li>
   </ul><br>
   <p></p>
   <p>At Cairn, it’s not what we build, it’s why we build. It’s about putting down a marker that will stand for generations to come. Creating new communities of connection and belonging for an Ireland where people can thrive. Reshaping, redefining, reinvigorating our place in the world. Building for people, progress, and potential.</p>
   <p>Because when Cairn build, it’s Built For Good.</p>
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      10 Mar 2025
     
    
   
  
 
 
  
   Corporate Receptionist
    
   Cairn has a unique opportunity for a high calibre Corporate Receptionist who will work closely with the operations team in our central office in Dublin 4. This role will play a key part in ensuring the office is maintained and the teams supported to the highest standards at all times. The successful candidate will be the first point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders, with a focus on ensuring best in class presentation of our business. The development of strong working relationships with all departments at all levels in our business is critical to this roles success.
    
   Key responsibilities:
   
   Typically the candidate will be expected to undertake and assist with the following duties:
   
   
    First point of contact for all central office visitors.
    Managing incoming calls and taking relevant and timely action in a concise and professional manner, ensuring all items are followed up and closed out.
    Maintaining the reception area and meeting spaces to the highest standard at all times. * Management of internal meeting rooms and hot desks, ensuring quick turnaround between meetings as well as anticipating department needs including catering as and when required.
    Preparation and proofing of documentation and reports, including collation and formatting of same.
    Supporting functional teams in relation to administrative requirements including but not limited to printing packs, documentation, reports & contracts.
    Maintaining internal contact lists with monthly auditing.
    Responsibility for maintaining office supplies centrally, providing site support as required.
    Calendar and diary management.
    Arranging couriers, managing post (incoming and outgoing) with some booking of travel (flights, cars, hotel).
    Facilities management including office contracts, cleaning and liaising with landlord.
    Partnering with the IT & People team to coordinate new starter onboarding.
    Adhere to the grooming standard/ business dress code required for the Central Office Reception.
   
   
   Tasks will be allocated to reflect increasing levels of development and experience.
   
   The candidate;
   
   
    A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
    To be a self-starter with the ability to work on one’s own initiative.
    Strong attention to detail & forward planning.
    Proven track record in representing an organisation to the highest standard.
    A strong ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment where relationships, organisation, and a high attention to detail is required.
    Ability to develop relationships with a variety of stakeholders.
    Confident in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
    Customer focussed individual with a “can do” attitude
    Ability to work on-site in our Central Office full time.
   
   
   At Cairn, it’s not what we build, it’s why we build. It’s about putting down a marker that will stand for generations to come. Creating new communities of connection and belonging for an Ireland where people can thrive. Reshaping, redefining, reinvigorating our place in the world. Building for people, progress, and potential.
   Because when Cairn build, it’s Built For Good.
  
 


Corporate Receptionist - Cairn

Corporate Receptionist

You need 12+ years in construction leadership, senior management experience, strong people skills, commercial acumen, stakeholder management, and in-depth industry knowledge.

You will lead project vision and strategy, manage teams and stakeholders, ensure quality and compliance, oversee budgeting and execution, foster safety culture, and drive innovation and performance.

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      <p>Job type:</p>
      <p>Permanent</p>
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      <p>Job ref:</p>
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      <p>Expiry date:</p>
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   <p>Cairn has a unique opportunity for a high calibre Project Director.</p>
   <p>The Project Director will have single point responsibility for project out-turn from preconstruction through procurement, construction and handover stages, ensuring execution of the project and the finish quality of the Product (buildings and amenity spaces) achieves best-in-class standards, in line with the Cairn market leading Brand position meeting all statutory compliance requirements.</p>
   <p>We are looking for a passionate individual with a strong track record and industry reputation in delivering exceptional projects on time and on budget in line with our customers’ expectations.</p>
   <p><b>Key responsibilities:</b></p>
   <p>Typically the candidate will be expected to undertake and assist with the following duties:</p>
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    <li>Business Unit Lead responsibility, accountable for delivering the overall vision and strategic direction of the project in line with profitability and programme targets.</li>
    <li>Single point responsibility for project out-turn from preconstruction through procurement, construction and handover stages, ensuring execution of the project and the finish quality of the product (buildings and amenity spaces) achieves best-in-class standards, in line with our market leading brand position.</li>
    <li>Leadership and selection of the Cairn site management team responsible for construction delivery, design and commercial management of the project, and inspiring a high-performance culture within the team.</li>
    <li>Main point of contact for key project stakeholders including statutory authorities, adjoining landowners/neighbours and project partners.</li>
    <li>Engagement with Planning/Development, in-house Design and Sales and Marketing teams to refine the project design in line with market and customer expectations, during the pre-construction stage.</li>
    <li>Providing key inputs and oversight of the project value-engineering and financial appraisal process from pre-construction stage through construction</li>
    <li>Preparation of project execution plan including phasing strategy, contracting strategy, programme and risk mitigation plan, along with sign-off of the construction budget and baseline programme.</li>
    <li>Oversight of the performance of our supply chain subcontractors/suppliers and consultants (including ownership of key relationships), ensuring selection of the best partners to deliver optimal performance and value contribution to the project.</li>
    <li>Set standards of behaviour and responsibility for project teams and hold teams to account.</li>
    <li>Ensuring works are carried out to the required quality (BCAR), health &amp; safety and environmental standards, and in full compliance with the Planning Permission.</li>
    <li>Collaboration with the Sales Director on the marketing and sales strategy of the project ensuring the highest standard of presentation of the product during the sales campaign and best-in-class service to the customer during the property handover stages.</li>
    <li>Championing the internal systems adoption and effectiveness onsite.</li>
    <li>Instil a strong safety culture and develop the capability of our project teams to take personal responsibility through strong visible leadership.</li>
    <li>Ensuring the necessary resources and processes are in place to ensure best practice in project controls, performance management, and project reporting.</li>
    <li>Implementation of Cairn best practice in project controls, performance management, and Project Reporting</li>
    <li>Promoting positive engagement and culture with project and project team</li>
    <li>Development of team and talent development the succession planning</li>
    <li>Embedding proactive behavioural approach toward safety and quality management</li>
    <li>Embracing innovation &amp; technology</li>
    <li>Responsible for accurate, transparent reporting and forecasting.</li>
   </ul>
   <p><b>The Candidate;</b></p>
   <ul>
    <li>An engineering, surveying, construction management or other related Degree / Higher Diploma qualified candidate with 12+ years’ experience in construction leadership with a quality, design and commercial focus</li>
    <li>Proven experience at senior management level and Project Director level.</li>
    <li>Background in large scale residential or commercial construction in complex sites, preferably design / build.</li>
    <li>Strong leadership and people management skills with excellent relationship management skills with an excellent track record of driving high performing teams.</li>
    <li>Ability to work across conflicting interest groups to develop solutions to complex operational and commercial problems.</li>
    <li>In depth industry knowledge of the subcontractor and supplier base, including successful prior relationships.</li>
    <li>Experience of managing senior stakeholders and multi-disciplinary teams</li>
    <li>Comfortable with ambiguity, able to tease out sensitive issues and lead cross-functional teams towards solutions.</li>
    <li>Excellent working knowledge of latest building regulation and certification standards, and proven record in the safe execution of projects</li>
    <li>Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills with a value – add mindset</li>
    <li>Strong customer and brand focus</li>
    <li>An ability to achieve demanding time and quality targets.</li>
    <li>To have good spoken and written communication skills</li>
    <li>To be methodical, pay attention to detail and be accurate</li>
    <li>To be self-motivated with ability to work on own initiative</li>
    <li>To be willing to accept responsibility for completing designated tasks.</li>
   </ul><br>
   <p></p>
   <p><b>Working with Cairn Homes:</b></p>
   <p>At Cairn, we believe it is essential that our employees feel valued and appreciated. We therefore offer above industry average remuneration packages with a comprehensive benefits portfolio that’s ready to support you for whatever life brings.</p>
   <p>We are delighted to offer a suite of benefits when you join Cairn which include</p>
   <ul>
    <li>Competitive salary</li>
    <li>Performance related bonus</li>
    <li>Pension scheme with matching contributions</li>
    <li>Full health insurance with Irish Life health</li>
    <li>Annual salary review</li>
    <li>Continuous Professional development (CPD) programme &amp; funding</li>
    <li>Paid maternity &amp; paternity leave</li>
    <li>Free Cairn annual leave days</li>
    <li>Life assurance</li>
    <li>Income protection</li>
    <li>Employee Assistance Programme with VHI</li>
    <li>Tax saver - travel and bike to work</li>
    <li>Culture Committee</li>
    <li>Talent Development Programmes</li>
    <li>Approved Profit Sharing Scheme (APSS)</li>
    <li>Company vehicle (role dependent)</li>
   </ul>
   <p>The Cairn purpose is to build sustainable communities where people can thrive.</p>
   <p>At Cairn, it’s not what we build, it’s why we build. It’s about putting down a marker that will stand for generations to come. Creating new communities of connection and belonging for an Ireland where people can thrive. Reshaping, redefining, reinvigorating our place in the world. Building for people, progress, and potential. Because when Cairn build, it’s Built For Good.</p>
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      Construction & Operations
     
     
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      Permanent
     
     
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      06 Sep 2025
     
    
   
  
 
 
  
   Cairn has a unique opportunity for a high calibre Project Director.
   The Project Director will have single point responsibility for project out-turn from preconstruction through procurement, construction and handover stages, ensuring execution of the project and the finish quality of the Product (buildings and amenity spaces) achieves best-in-class standards, in line with the Cairn market leading Brand position meeting all statutory compliance requirements.
   We are looking for a passionate individual with a strong track record and industry reputation in delivering exceptional projects on time and on budget in line with our customers’ expectations.
   Key responsibilities:
   Typically the candidate will be expected to undertake and assist with the following duties:
   
    Business Unit Lead responsibility, accountable for delivering the overall vision and strategic direction of the project in line with profitability and programme targets.
    Single point responsibility for project out-turn from preconstruction through procurement, construction and handover stages, ensuring execution of the project and the finish quality of the product (buildings and amenity spaces) achieves best-in-class standards, in line with our market leading brand position.
    Leadership and selection of the Cairn site management team responsible for construction delivery, design and commercial management of the project, and inspiring a high-performance culture within the team.
    Main point of contact for key project stakeholders including statutory authorities, adjoining landowners/neighbours and project partners.
    Engagement with Planning/Development, in-house Design and Sales and Marketing teams to refine the project design in line with market and customer expectations, during the pre-construction stage.
    Providing key inputs and oversight of the project value-engineering and financial appraisal process from pre-construction stage through construction
    Preparation of project execution plan including phasing strategy, contracting strategy, programme and risk mitigation plan, along with sign-off of the construction budget and baseline programme.
    Oversight of the performance of our supply chain subcontractors/suppliers and consultants (including ownership of key relationships), ensuring selection of the best partners to deliver optimal performance and value contribution to the project.
    Set standards of behaviour and responsibility for project teams and hold teams to account.
    Ensuring works are carried out to the required quality (BCAR), health & safety and environmental standards, and in full compliance with the Planning Permission.
    Collaboration with the Sales Director on the marketing and sales strategy of the project ensuring the highest standard of presentation of the product during the sales campaign and best-in-class service to the customer during the property handover stages.
    Championing the internal systems adoption and effectiveness onsite.
    Instil a strong safety culture and develop the capability of our project teams to take personal responsibility through strong visible leadership.
    Ensuring the necessary resources and processes are in place to ensure best practice in project controls, performance management, and project reporting.
    Implementation of Cairn best practice in project controls, performance management, and Project Reporting
    Promoting positive engagement and culture with project and project team
    Development of team and talent development the succession planning
    Embedding proactive behavioural approach toward safety and quality management
    Embracing innovation & technology
    Responsible for accurate, transparent reporting and forecasting.
   
   The Candidate;
   
    An engineering, surveying, construction management or other related Degree / Higher Diploma qualified candidate with 12+ years’ experience in construction leadership with a quality, design and commercial focus
    Proven experience at senior management level and Project Director level.
    Background in large scale residential or commercial construction in complex sites, preferably design / build.
    Strong leadership and people management skills with excellent relationship management skills with an excellent track record of driving high performing teams.
    Ability to work across conflicting interest groups to develop solutions to complex operational and commercial problems.
    In depth industry knowledge of the subcontractor and supplier base, including successful prior relationships.
    Experience of managing senior stakeholders and multi-disciplinary teams
    Comfortable with ambiguity, able to tease out sensitive issues and lead cross-functional teams towards solutions.
    Excellent working knowledge of latest building regulation and certification standards, and proven record in the safe execution of projects
    Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills with a value – add mindset
    Strong customer and brand focus
    An ability to achieve demanding time and quality targets.
    To have good spoken and written communication skills
    To be methodical, pay attention to detail and be accurate
    To be self-motivated with ability to work on own initiative
    To be willing to accept responsibility for completing designated tasks.
   
   
   Working with Cairn Homes:
   At Cairn, we believe it is essential that our employees feel valued and appreciated. We therefore offer above industry average remuneration packages with a comprehensive benefits portfolio that’s ready to support you for whatever life brings.
   We are delighted to offer a suite of benefits when you join Cairn which include
   
    Competitive salary
    Performance related bonus
    Pension scheme with matching contributions
    Full health insurance with Irish Life health
    Annual salary review
    Continuous Professional development (CPD) programme & funding
    Paid maternity & paternity leave
    Free Cairn annual leave days
    Life assurance
    Income protection
    Employee Assistance Programme with VHI
    Tax saver - travel and bike to work
    Culture Committee
    Talent Development Programmes
    Approved Profit Sharing Scheme (APSS)
    Company vehicle (role dependent)
   
   The Cairn purpose is to build sustainable communities where people can thrive.
   At Cairn, it’s not what we build, it’s why we build. It’s about putting down a marker that will stand for generations to come. Creating new communities of connection and belonging for an Ireland where people can thrive. Reshaping, redefining, reinvigorating our place in the world. Building for people, progress, and potential. Because when Cairn build, it’s Built For Good.
  
 


Project Director - Cairn

Project Director

You need a relevant qualification, 3+ years' experience, strong project management skills, planning knowledge, report writing ability, attention to detail, and a clean driving license.

You will manage planning applications, coordinate design teams, liaise with stakeholders, conduct site visits, and ensure compliance with local planning policies.

Architecture & Urban Planning

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      <p>Discipline:</p>
      <p>Town Planning</p>
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      <p>Job type:</p>
      <p>Permanent</p>
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      <p>Job ref:</p>
      <p>004742</p>
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      <p>Expiry date:</p>
      <p>05 Sep 2025</p>
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   <p>Cairn plc. has a unique opportunity for a <b>Planning Project Manager/Development Manager</b> to join their existing in-house planning team. Reporting to the Senior Planning Manager, this role requires a motivated team player who is keen to learn and enjoys contributing to the successful delivery of projects.</p>
   <p>This post will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to be a part of an established planning team and to assist in the forward planning, analytical, development control and construction side of the business. The successful candidate will help manage an existing portfolio of sites throughout Ireland and assist in directing these through the planning process, maximising development potential and guiding the delivery of projects through the post planning journey</p>
   <p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p>
   <p>Typically the candidate will be expected to undertake and assist with the following duties:</p>
   <ul>
    <li>Assist in the preparation and project management of planning applications.</li>
    <li>Co-ordination of large design teams of varying disciplines to meet challenging deadlines;</li>
    <li>Liaise with other Cairn staff and departments to ensure the highest quality scheme is submitted yet be as efficient as possible to construct and exceeds the expectation of prospective purchasers;</li>
    <li>Organise, manage and participate in consultation exercises with the public and key stakeholders, including Local Authorities.</li>
    <li>Undertake site visits and carry out feasibility studies of potential sites; and</li>
    <li>Be cognisant of local and national planning policy and relevant legislative provisions.</li>
   </ul>
   <p><b>The Candidate:</b></p>
   <ul>
    <li>A recognised planning, property, project management or similar qualification;</li>
    <li>A good understanding of the planning application process;</li>
    <li>Minimum 3+ yrs Post-Graduate experience;</li>
    <li>Strong project management experience;</li>
    <li>A reasonable understanding of the construction process post planning decision;</li>
    <li>The ability to demonstrate good analytical and IT skills;</li>
    <li>Strong report writing and presentation skills and the ability to communicate clearly with others;</li>
    <li>Experience in a broad range of projects with particular emphasis on residential development;</li>
    <li>The ability to work independently using their own initiative in an organised manner but also be a strong team player;</li>
    <li>Strong attention to detail</li>
    <li>A clean driving licence and have access to a car.</li>
   </ul>
   <p><b>Working with Cairn Homes:</b></p>
   <p>At Cairn, we believe it is essential that our employees feel valued and appreciated. We therefore offer above industry average remuneration packages with a comprehensive benefits portfolio that’s ready to support you for whatever life brings.</p>
   <p>We are delighted to offer a suite of benefits when you join Cairn which include</p>
   <ul>
    <li>Competitive salary</li>
    <li>Performance related bonus</li>
    <li>Pension scheme with matching contributions</li>
    <li>Full health insurance with Irish Life health</li>
    <li>Annual salary review</li>
    <li>Continuous Professional development (CPD) programme &amp; funding</li>
    <li>Paid maternity &amp; paternity leave</li>
    <li>Free Cairn annual leave days</li>
    <li>Life assurance</li>
    <li>Income protection</li>
    <li>Employee Assistance Programme with VHI</li>
    <li>Tax saver - travel and bike to work</li>
    <li>Culture Committee</li>
    <li>Talent Development Programmes</li>
    <li>Approved Profit Sharing Scheme (APSS)</li>
    <li>Professional Institute Fees</li>
   </ul>
   <p>The Cairn purpose is to build sustainable communities where people can thrive.</p>
   <p>At Cairn, it’s not what we build, it’s why we build. It’s about putting down a marker that will stand for generations to come. Creating new communities of connection and belonging for an Ireland where people can thrive. Reshaping, redefining, reinvigorating our place in the world. Building for people, progress, and potential.</p>
   <p>Because when Cairn build, it’s Built For Good.</p>
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      Discipline:
      Town Planning
     
     
      Job type:
      Permanent
     
     
      Job ref:
      004742
     
     
     
     
     
      Expiry date:
      05 Sep 2025
     
    
   
  
 
 
  
   Cairn plc. has a unique opportunity for a Planning Project Manager/Development Manager to join their existing in-house planning team. Reporting to the Senior Planning Manager, this role requires a motivated team player who is keen to learn and enjoys contributing to the successful delivery of projects.
   This post will provide the successful candidate with the opportunity to be a part of an established planning team and to assist in the forward planning, analytical, development control and construction side of the business. The successful candidate will help manage an existing portfolio of sites throughout Ireland and assist in directing these through the planning process, maximising development potential and guiding the delivery of projects through the post planning journey
   Key Responsibilities:
   Typically the candidate will be expected to undertake and assist with the following duties:
   
    Assist in the preparation and project management of planning applications.
    Co-ordination of large design teams of varying disciplines to meet challenging deadlines;
    Liaise with other Cairn staff and departments to ensure the highest quality scheme is submitted yet be as efficient as possible to construct and exceeds the expectation of prospective purchasers;
    Organise, manage and participate in consultation exercises with the public and key stakeholders, including Local Authorities.
    Undertake site visits and carry out feasibility studies of potential sites; and
    Be cognisant of local and national planning policy and relevant legislative provisions.
   
   The Candidate:
   
    A recognised planning, property, project management or similar qualification;
    A good understanding of the planning application process;
    Minimum 3+ yrs Post-Graduate experience;
    Strong project management experience;
    A reasonable understanding of the construction process post planning decision;
    The ability to demonstrate good analytical and IT skills;
    Strong report writing and presentation skills and the ability to communicate clearly with others;
    Experience in a broad range of projects with particular emphasis on residential development;
    The ability to work independently using their own initiative in an organised manner but also be a strong team player;
    Strong attention to detail
    A clean driving licence and have access to a car.
   
   Working with Cairn Homes:
   At Cairn, we believe it is essential that our employees feel valued and appreciated. We therefore offer above industry average remuneration packages with a comprehensive benefits portfolio that’s ready to support you for whatever life brings.
   We are delighted to offer a suite of benefits when you join Cairn which include
   
    Competitive salary
    Performance related bonus
    Pension scheme with matching contributions
    Full health insurance with Irish Life health
    Annual salary review
    Continuous Professional development (CPD) programme & funding
    Paid maternity & paternity leave
    Free Cairn annual leave days
    Life assurance
    Income protection
    Employee Assistance Programme with VHI
    Tax saver - travel and bike to work
    Culture Committee
    Talent Development Programmes
    Approved Profit Sharing Scheme (APSS)
    Professional Institute Fees
   
   The Cairn purpose is to build sustainable communities where people can thrive.
   At Cairn, it’s not what we build, it’s why we build. It’s about putting down a marker that will stand for generations to come. Creating new communities of connection and belonging for an Ireland where people can thrive. Reshaping, redefining, reinvigorating our place in the world. Building for people, progress, and potential.
   Because when Cairn build, it’s Built For Good.
  
 


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