• Building Standards Officer

    Regulatory, Policy & Certification
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    A Building Standards Officer ensures that construction projects comply with national building regulations, safety standards, and environmental requirements, safeguarding the quality and safety of built environments.
    Building Standards Officers play a vital role in MMC by assessing innovative construction methods, ensuring compliance of prefabricated and modular components, and adapting regulations to accommodate new technologies in the industry.
  • Safety & Compliance
  • Inspection & Testing
  • Building Standards
  • Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Manufacturing & Assembly
  • Sustainable Construction
  • Safety & Compliance
  • Material Knowledge & Performance
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Attention to Detail
  • Planning & Executing
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    Individual Contributor Pathway
    Building Standards Officer
    Regulatory Compliance Officer
    Certification Programme Manager
    Manager Pathway
    Building Standards Officer
    Certification Programme Manager
    Head Of Certification and Compliance
    Regulatory Policy Advisor
    • HNC/HND or degree in Building Surveying, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
    • Background in building control, construction site management, surveying, or architectural technology.
    • LABC (Local Authority Building Control) Training CIOB (Chartered Institute of Building) or RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) membership NVQ Level 6 in Building Control

  • Certification Programme Manager

    Regulatory, Policy & Certification
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    The Certification Programme Manager designs, manages and assures certification programmes for construction methods, systems, and personnel, ensuring industry standards are met and regulatory compliance is maintained.
    Certification Programme Managers are essential to embedding trust, quality, and safety in MMC practices. They oversee the validation of modular products, processes, and workforce capabilities. This ensures systems are compliant with Irish and international standards, supports innovation uptake, and provides clients and regulators with confidence in offsite and advanced construction methods.
  • Building Standards
  • Project Management
  • Risk Assessment
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Inspection & Testing
  • Digital & Technology
  • Innovation & Creative Thinking
  • Safety & Compliance
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Analytical Skills
  • Leadership
  • Continuous Improvement
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    Building Standards Officer Regulatory Compliance Officer
    Manager Pathway
    Certification Programme Manager
    Regulatory Policy Advisor
    Head Of Certification and Compliance
    • NFQ Level 7–9 in Construction Management, Engineering, Quality Management or Regulatory Affairs.
    • Background in construction quality assurance, certification bodies, or regulatory environments.
    • Experience with offsite manufacturing, product accreditation, or compliance audits.
    • Quality Systems Management (e.g., ISO 9001 Lead Auditor).
    • MMC or offsite construction methods training. CPD in regulatory compliance, sustainability standards, or testing protocols.

  • Sustainability Assistant

    Sustainability & Environmental
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    The Sustainability Assistant helps the team make construction projects more environmentally friendly by collecting data and supporting sustainability actions and innovations.
    The Sustainability Assistant plays a key role in promoting green building practices. They support MMC by helping teams measure and improve environmental performance, reduce carbon footprints, and apply circular economy principles to new building methods such as modular construction and low-carbon material use.
  • Technical Skills
  • Sustainable Construction
  • Attention to Detail
  • Material Knowledge & Performance
  • Circular Economy Knowledge
  • Digital & Technology
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Teamwork
  • Problem-Solving
  • Adaptability & Resilience
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    Assembly Worker
    Individual Contributor Pathway
    Assembly Worker
    Sustainability Assistant
    Sustainability Materials Specialist
    Manager Pathway
    Sustainability Assistant
    Sustainability Manager
    Sustainability Director
    • Leaving Certificate with emphasis on science, geography, or technology
    • QQI Level 5/6 in Environmental Studies, Construction Studies, or Sustainability
    • Undergraduate module in sustainable construction or environmental management
    • Experience as a site operative, project coordinator, or admin with sustainability exposure
    • Participation in green community or volunteer projects
    • Internship in a construction or environmental organisation
    • On-the-job mentoring by sustainability officers or engineers
    • Short courses in carbon literacy, waste management, or climate action
    • Safe Pass (mandatory for most construction roles)
    • Manual Handling Certificate
    • Introductory CPD on green building standards (e.g., LEED Green Associate, BREEAM Awareness)

  • Cost Manager

    Sales & Business Development
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    The Cost Manager manages, forecasts, and controls construction project costs across the lifecycle, ensuring value for money, cost transparency, and commercial efficiency—especially within MMC projects.
    Cost Managers are central to ensuring MMC approaches are cost-effective, scalable, and competitive. They adapt traditional cost control methods to account for prefabrication, just-in-time delivery, and reduced onsite durations. Their expertise helps validate the economic case for offsite manufacturing, digital construction, and sustainability-focused innovations.
  • Cost Management
  • Commercial Awareness
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Supply Chain & Logistics
  • Digital & Technology
  • Sustainable Construction
  • Analytical Skills
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Problem-Solving
  • Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Senior Professional
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    Bid Manager
    Manager Pathway
    Cost Manager
    Circular Economy Manager
    Sustainability Director
    Commercial Director
    • NFQ Level 7–9 in Quantity Surveying, Construction Economics, or Commercial Management.
    • Experience working on modular, offsite, or fast-track construction projects.
    • Background as Quantity Surveyor, Commercial Assistant, or Estimator.
    • On-the-job training in MMC procurement and cost control.
    • CPD in digital estimating and modular financial planning. Chartered status (e.g., SCSI/RICS).
    • BIM Cost Management Certification (desirable).
    • ISO 19650 (Information Management) awareness.

  • Commercial Director

    Sales & Business Development
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    Chief Commercial Officer
    The Commercial Director leads the commercial strategy and operations of a construction business or major programme, ensuring financial sustainability, client value, and successful project delivery.
    The Commercial Director plays a key leadership role in shaping how MMC is procured, financed, delivered, and scaled. They drive commercial models that support offsite manufacturing, digital workflows, and collaborative supply chains, ensuring innovation is financially viable and aligned with business objectives.
  • Commercial Awareness
  • Negotiation
  • Cost Management
  • Safety & Compliance
  • Procurement Expertise
  • Risk Management
  • Innovation & Creative Thinking
  • Digital & Technology
  • Leadership
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Adaptability & Resilience
  • Thought Leader
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    Head of Commercial Sustainability Director
    Manager Pathway
    Commercial Director
    Sustainability Director
    Director of Design and Innovation
    • NFQ Level 8–9 in Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Finance, or Business.
    • Senior roles such as Commercial Manager, Pre-Construction Lead, or Programme Controls Director.
    • Experience in managing MMC, large capital projects, or complex frameworks.
    • Executive leadership training, commercial law CPD, and MMC cost innovation courses.
    • Exposure to international procurement and finance standards.
    • Chartered Membership (SCSI, RICS, CIOB or equivalent).
    • ISO 44001 (Collaborative Business Relationships) awareness.
    • ESG and Carbon Costing certifications (desirable for net-zero projects).

  • Certification & Inspection Officer MMC

    Regulatory, Policy & Certification
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    The Certification & Inspection Officer ensures that construction works, materials, and systems meet safety, quality, and regulatory standards through inspection, verification, and certification processes.
    Certification & Inspection Officers are pivotal in ensuring that innovative building methods such as off-site manufacturing, modular construction, and sustainable practices comply with national regulations and industry standards. They help drive trust and quality assurance within MMC by validating new techniques and materials against traditional benchmarks.
  • Building Standards
  • Attention to Detail
  • Data Analysis & Reporting
  • Digital & Technology
  • Lean Construction
  • Sustainable Construction
  • Quality Assurance
  • Innovation & Creative Thinking
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Adaptability & Resilience
  • Planning & Executing
  • Skilled Professional
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    Health and Safety Officer Building Standards Officer
    Individual Contributor Pathway
    Health and Safety Officer
    Building Standards Officer
    Certification & Inspection Officer MMC
    Manager Pathway
    Certification & Inspection Officer MMC
    Certification Programme Manager
    Head Of Certification and Compliance
    • NFQ Level 6–8 in relevant fields such as Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or Building Surveying.
    • Diploma or degree from Institutes of Technology or Technological Universities.
    • Prior work in construction, site supervision, building control, or quality assurance roles.
    • Experience in working with MMC technologies or sustainable building projects is advantageous.
    • Safe Pass Certification (mandatory for site access).
    • Manual Handling and Working at Heights certifications.
    • Professional membership or accreditation from bodies such as Engineers Ireland, CIOB, or the Irish Building Control Institute.
    • Training in ISO standards, especially ISO 9001 (Quality Management) and ISO 14001 (Environmental Management), is advantageous.
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  • Head Of Certification and Compliance

    Regulatory, Policy & Certification
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    The Head of Certification and Compliance leads the development, implementation, and oversight of certification, inspection, and compliance frameworks, ensuring that construction activities meet legal, technical, and sustainability standards.
    As a strategic leader, the Head of Certification and Compliance plays a vital role in integrating regulatory standards with emerging construction technologies. This includes guiding inspection strategies for modular/off-site builds, ensuring lean and sustainable practices are certified appropriately, and shaping policy to align with innovations in construction delivery.
  • Safety & Compliance
  • Risk Management
  • Leadership
  • Policy Development & Implementation
  • Manufacturing & Assembly
  • Lean Construction
  • Sustainable Construction
  • Digital & Technology
  • Communication & Collaboration
  • Leadership
  • Adaptability & Resilience
  • Interpersonal Effectiveness
  • Thought Leader
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    Certification & Inspection Officer MMC Certification Programme Manager
    Manager Pathway
    Head Of Certification and Compliance
    Sustainability Director
    Operations Director
    • NFQ Level 8–9 qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, Law, or related discipline.
    • Master’s degree in Regulatory Affairs, Project Management, or Sustainability is advantageous.
    • Minimum 10 years in construction regulation, quality assurance, certification or related fields.
    • Leadership experience in managing inspection or compliance teams, especially in an MMC context, is highly desirable.
    • ISO 9001 Lead Auditor Certification.
    • CPD in Construction Law and Building Regulations (Irish Building Control system).
    • LEED/BREEAM/Passive House accreditation (desirable).
    • Chartered membership with Engineers Ireland, CIOB, RIAI or similar bodies.