As a Foreman - Structures, you’ll be at the heart of an exciting new West Apron Vehicle Underpass project at Dublin Airport. Join our dynamic team and make a difference!
The Foreman - Structures will be responsible for the day‑to‑day supervision and coordination of structural construction activities on a live project at Dublin Airport. Reporting to the Site Agent – Structures, the role ensures that all structural works are carried out safely, to the required quality standards, and in accordance with programme and airport operational constraints, while leading site crews and subcontractors.
About Us: At Sacyr UK and Ireland, we’re passionate about creating a better world through our projects. As a Foreman - Structures, you’ll play a crucial role in our team. Our workplace is inclusive, diverse, and designed for everyone to thrive. We don’t just say it – we live it, we’re proud to have been named a Sunday Times Top 100 Employer in both 2024 and 2025, and to be accredited as a Living Wage and Disability Confident employer.
About you: If your values align with ours, and you are passionate about being part of our team, read on! Our team is professional, great communicators, adaptable, full of integrity and generally a fabulous bunch. If this sounds like you, and you can demonstrate the required skills and experience, we want to hear from you.
Our benefits:
Employee Assistance Programme
Life assurance – 4x annual salary
Pension scheme (details above)
Eye care vouchers – eye tests and glasses where required, including safety eyewear
Annual health checks with Randox Health, including half-yearly check-ins
Company-funded language lessons – Spanish/English
Company-funded training: training, certifications, and memberships in accredited bodies related to the position
Lighthouse Club membership
Discount shopping vouchers
Opportunity for additional professional development
And more benefits to be implemented
Key Responsibilities include:
Supervision & Site Management
Supervise site crews and subcontractors carrying out structural works, including reinforced concrete, formwork, steel fixing, concrete pours, and associated activities
Plan and organise daily works in line with the short‑term programme and site priorities
Allocate labour, plant, and materials efficiently to meet programme targets
Ensure works are coordinated with adjacent trades and disciplines
Health, Safety & Environment
Enforce compliance with all HSEQ requirements, site rules, and airport safety procedures
Ensure method statements and risk assessments are fully understood and followed on site
Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks, and safety inspections
Maintain high standards of housekeeping in structural work areas
Ensure works comply with airside safety rules, permits, and access requirements where applicable
Quality Control
Ensure structural works are completed in accordance with drawings, specifications, ITPs, and quality standards
Carry out first‑line quality checks prior to engineer and client inspections
Support concrete inspections, pre‑pour checks, and snag management
Ensure defects and non‑conformances are addressed promptly
Programme & Productivity
Drive productivity and monitor progress against the programme
Highlight delays, constraints, and resource issues to the Site Agent – Structures
Support recovery planning and resequencing of works when required
Maintain accurate daily records of works completed and resources used
Coordination & Communication
Work closely with the Site Agent – Structures and Construction Engineers to deliver structural works
Liaise with subcontractors, suppliers, plant operators, and logistics teams
Communicate upcoming works, constraints, and site requirements to crews
Participate in coordination meetings and planning sessions as required
Documentation & Reporting
Maintain daily site diaries, progress reports, and allocation records
Assist with permits, inspections, and sign‑off documentation
Support handover activities and snag close‑out
Essential criteria:
Legal right to work in the Republic of Ireland
Willingness to complete a 5-year background screening as part of the hiring process
Trade background with significant experience as a Structures Foreman or Chargehand
Proven experience working on reinforced concrete and structural works
Experience supervising direct labour and subcontractors
Valid Safe Pass and ability to obtain airport security clearance
CSCS Supervisor / Safety Supervisor or equivalent
Strong knowledge of structural construction methods
Proven ability to supervise crews in safety‑critical environments
Good understanding of drawings, method statements, and construction sequencing
Strong leadership and communication skills
High level of safety awareness and attention to detail
Desirable criteria:
Experience on airport, aviation, or other high‑security live environment
Experience on large‑scale infrastructure or civil engineering projects
In return, you will be working on a high profile 'once in a lifetime' project where you will be supported by a collaborative team in a learning environment. We offer local and global career opportunities and whilst this project is based in Dublin our teams are truly global!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are open to making reasonable adjustments to enable all applicants to participate in the recruitment process. Please let us know if you need any adjustments as part of the application process.
Ready to be part of our transformative journey? Apply now and contribute to building a better future!
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