Construction, civil engineering and QS

Construction offers a range of career opportunities for graduates in architecture and design, building services, civil engineering, construction management, construction economics/surveying and facilities management. You may choose to develop your career in areas such as residential, commercial and industrial contracting; or public sector and civil engineering projects.

Working hours can be long and demand great flexibility; often your time is split between office and site. Be prepared to experience all weather conditions. If you are ambitious and skilled, the financial rewards and opportunities for career progression can be good.

Ireland has experienced a slow-down in the residential and commercial sectors but growth areas include environmental engineering and sustainable green energy technologies. A construction-related qualification also makes you very marketable overseas.