End-to-end construction recruitment in Ireland. We place tradespeople, labourers, site supervisors, and project managers with contractors, developers, and civil engineering firms nationwide.
Ireland's construction sector is in the middle of a sustained boom. With major infrastructure projects, residential developments, and commercial builds happening across the country, demand for skilled construction workers has never been higher — and the skills shortage has never been more acute.
Foresight is an Irish recruitment agency that specialises in construction placements. We work with main contractors, subcontractors, civil engineering firms, and property developers to source, vet, and place construction professionals at every level: from general operatives to project directors.
Ireland lost a generation of construction workers after the 2008 crash. Many emigrated, retrained, or retired. Now, with construction output back at peak levels, the industry simply doesn't have enough skilled people to meet demand. According to the CIF, Ireland needs tens of thousands of additional construction workers over the coming years.
This is exactly where Foresight delivers. We combine local sourcing with international recruitment to find the tradespeople, supervisors, and managers your projects need. Every candidate is vetted for Safe Pass, CSCS cards, trade qualifications, and relevant experience before they reach your shortlist.
When local tradespeople aren't available, we source construction workers from our international network across Europe, Brazil, and the Philippines. We handle General Employment Permit applications with DETE, travel coordination, accommodation, and settling-in support — so your new hires arrive site-ready.
Many of our international candidates come with equivalent trade qualifications and years of experience on similar projects. We verify all certifications and arrange any additional training needed for Irish site requirements.
A mechanical contracting firm in Kerry is recruiting Pipe Welder/Fitters for ongoing pharmaceutical and food processing plant projects. The role involves fabrication and installation of process piping systems in stainless steel and carbon steel. Candidates must be comfortable with both workshop fabrication and site installation work.
Foresight are recruiting on behalf of a well-established engineering and construction company based in Co. Cork for two experienced MIG/MAG Structural Steel Welders. The successful candidates will play a key role in the fabrication and site installation of steel structures, with a particular focus on agricultural and commercial shed installation.
Construction recruitment in Ireland: what you need to know.
Whether you need a single placement or ongoing recruitment support, we'd love to hear from you. Tell us what you need and a specialist consultant will be in touch within 24 hours.
Brief us on your requirements and we'll come back with a plan. No obligation.