Throughout June, we celebrated Pride Month across our sites and offices with coffee mornings and the FREDIE campaign, which highlights the core values that guide how we work together every day: Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement.
Pride Month provides an opportunity to celebrate the diversity of our colleagues and reaffirm our commitment to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome, valued, and empowered to be themselves.
This year, on International Women in Engineering Day, we are taking the opportunity to highlight some of the women who make a significant contribution to our business.
Everyday they drive progress and help shape the future of construction. We spoke to three of our engineers about what they enjoy most about working in the industry.
‘I enjoy the problem-solving side of engineering and the satisfaction that comes from finding the right solution. Seeing a design develop from an initial concept into a finished project is one of the most rewarding parts of the job.’ Jennifer Mitchell
‘I enjoy the collaborative aspect of the role. Bringing ideas, people and systems together to reach a shared design goal is incredibly fulfilling. Seeing the work come together successfully on site is a great reminder of how powerful and effective coordination and communication can be.’ Lauren Walsh
‘I love being in the thick of it. Working on site is fast paced and unpredictable. It’s a great way of learning how to manage obstacles and coordinate teams to keep the project moving. It is satisfying seeing a project come together from design to the finished product.’ Anne Marie Kelly
On May 21st, we participated in the Birmingham Children’s Hospital Corporate Sports Day, competing alongside businesses from various industries in a day filled with friendly competition.
The competition included plenty of old-school favourites, including egg-and-spoon races, sack races, and tug of war, with everyone getting involved throughout the day.
Our partnership with Birmingham Children’s Hospital is very important to us, and we look forward to continuing our support for the vital work they do for children and families. We extend a big thank you to the organisers and everyone who participated in making the day so enjoyable.
The 2025 ESG Report is now available, outlining the progress made across our environmental, social, and governance priorities as we continue on our roadmap to 2030.
The report reflects on the impact of our centenary year, including community initiatives, charitable partnerships and key milestones as we celebrated 100 years in business.
Read the full 2025 ESG Report here
PJ Hegarty has appointed Barry Dodd as Managing Director UK where he will oversee a business with a projected turnover of £110m this year.
Barry joined PJ Hegarty in 1998 and played a key role in the successful launch of the UK business in 2010 with a focus on civil engineering and industrial projects. Since then, he has helped scale the business in the UK.
With more than 500 employees, PJ Hegarty is a leading company in large-scale construction with operations in Ireland and the UK. It had a turnover in excess of €500m in 2025.
The company, noted for innovation and operational excellence, is active across aviation, civils, renewable energy, industrial, waste management, energy from waste, pharmaceutical, and specialist sectors.
In the UK, current and recent works include HS2, Sizewell C and Gatwick Airport as well as large private pharma projects.
One of PJ Hegarty’s largest contracts to date in the UK is HS2 Pumping Stations, located in the West Midlands, between Birmingham and Coventry. These significant works are required to manage surface water runoff and groundwater flows from railway tracks during a one-in-1,000-year storm event.
PJ Hegarty is contributing to the delivery of Sizewell C, a major new nuclear power station that supports the UK Government’s transition to a low-carbon economy. The company is also delivering a number of projects at Gatwick Airport, demonstrating PJ Hegarty UK’s capability in delivering complex aviation infrastructure in a live airport environment.
PJ Hegarty, which marked its 100th anniversary in Ireland last year, has also appointed Maurice Killeen as Managing Director for Ireland. The company believes these strategic appointments will further boost a a progressive business with a firm focus on safety, sustainability, responsible procurement, and diversity and inclusion.
Barry Dodd, Managing Director, PJ Hegarty UK, said:
“Having been part of PJ Hegarty for more than 25 years and involved in the growth of our UK business since its launch in 2010, it is a real privilege to take on the role of Managing Director for PJ Hegarty UK. We have built a strong reputation in the market by delivering complex projects safely, collaboratively and to a high standard. My focus now is on supporting our people, strengthening our client relationships, and continuing to grow the business in a way that reflects the values and ambition of PJ Hegarty.”
We’re pleased to share that Callum Baines has been appointed as UK Regional Director.
Callum joined PJ Hegarty with experience across a wide range of complex engineering projects. He has led the project and contract management of several key projects and has played an important role in strengthening PJ Hegarty’s presence in the UK market.
Read more about Callum here.
Maryam Crossan, on behalf of PJ Hegarty, has been recognised by Birmingham Women’s and Children’s Hospital and Charity as one of its 100 Heroes, contributing to vital fundraising efforts.
The 100 Heroes initiative is an annual celebration recognising those who go above and beyond to support the hospital and families through what can often be a very difficult time.
This recognition reflects both Maryam and PJ Hegarty’s commitment to supporting the communities we work in.
International Women’s Day is an opportunity to recognise the contributions and achievements of women around the world.
At PJ Hegarty, recognising the women whose expertise and impact strengthen our culture and the industry.
It’s also a moment to reflect on the progress being made across the construction industry for gender equality, while recognising the importance of continuing to create opportunity and representation at every level.
For National Apprentice Week, we’re highlighting the value of hands-on learning and how that experience supports development from day one, as well as the role mentors play in developing apprentices and the value mentoring brings. We hear from a Lewis , Managing Quantity Surveyor, Apprentice Quantity Surveyor Joseph and Logistics Coordinator Caydey on their experiences.
Lewis, Managing Quantity Surveyor tells us ‘Mentoring has strengthened my management skills by improving how I communicate technical information, helping me delegate routine commercial tasks more effectively, and encouraging me to reflect on how I perform a number of tasks. It’s also reinforced the importance of developing capable junior staff to support the wider commercial function.’
Joseph, Apprentice Quantity Surveyor, shares:
‘The hands-on experience has helped me build confidence and understand the impact a Quantity Surveyor has from start to finish. I’m excited to keep progressing and contribute even more to the projects shaping our built environment, whilst learning from experienced members of the PJ Hegarty team.’
Caydey, Logistics Coordinator, adds:
‘The support I have received at PJ Hegarty has been consistent and encouraging, helping me to develop both personally and professionally. I have been guided by experienced colleagues who are always willing to offer advice, answer questions, and share their knowledge.’
At PJ Hegarty, we believe that looking after mental wellbeing is just as important as looking after physical health. We all come to work with our own experiences and challenges.
That’s why we have trained Mental Health First Aiders to make sure support is available and at the heart of our culture. Their role is to provide a confidential, approachable point of contact for anyone who may be struggling, feeling overwhelmed, or simply in need of a conversation.
They are trained to listen, offer guidance, and help you find the right support whenever you need it.
Hear from our Mental Health First Aiders about what the role means to them and why mental health support in the workplace matters.
