Maryam has felt supported in her time with PJ Hegarty, both personally and professionally. Through the projects she’s worked on, how she’s developed her skills and built confidence.
She loves the tangible nature of construction, seeing her hard work take shape, and the sense of accomplishment she has when showing her family and children the projects she’s been part of.
At PJ Hegarty, people are at the heart of everything we do, and Maryam’s journey reflects that.
Ronan began his journey with PJ Hegarty during his college placement, discovering a workplace where everyone, from graduate to director, is approachable and genuinely supportive.
After graduation, he spent a year living in Australia, embracing the challenge of moving abroad and gaining experiences that broadened his outlook. When he decided it was time to come home, the decision to return felt easy, with family close by, and his career had a clear path ahead with the opportunity to return to PJ Hegarty.
Alyson first joined PJ Hegarty as a college student on placement, discovering an environment where development is encouraged, and support is part of everyday life. After graduating, she returned without hesitation, ready to take on the challenges of engineering.
Today, she brings fresh thinking, problem-solving energy, and the confidence that comes from feeling she belongs. For her, working as a young woman in construction is empowering, a clear reminder that what counts is the quality of your work and the opportunities you take.
Head of HR Jan Glynn reflects on the importance of creating a workplace where people can bring their most authentic selves to work, feel supported, and continue to grow. For her, an environment built on trust and respect is central to building a thriving workforce.
Jan speaks openly about PJ Hegarty’s ongoing DEI journey, noting that it involves continuous learning, listening, and a willingness to challenge old assumptions. Her own development has shaped how she leads this work, reinforcing the belief that inclusion is never a finished task but a commitment every day.
She emphasises that PJ Hegarty goal is simple: to build a workplace where everyone feels valued and able to contribute fully.
John Gavigan reflects on a career that has taken him from graduate engineer to director, a journey he never expected when he first joined PJ Hegarty nearly thirty years ago. Over that time, he has contributed to shaping Ireland’s skyline.
Throughout his career, he has been committed to guiding the next generation. He has helped younger engineers find their footing, offering insight drawn from decades of experience.
John’s story highlights what can happen when ambition and development are supported. It emphasises the culture at PJ Hegarty, a place where people are encouraged to grow, pursue opportunities, and build meaningful careers.
At PJ Hegarty, sustainability is central to how we operate. On World Earth Day, we’re proud to highlight the steps we’re taking to reduce our environmental impact through our 2030 ESG Roadmap.
We recognise the urgency of the climate crisis and the responsibility to act. That’s why we’ve aligned our carbon reduction goals with the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), ensuring our efforts are in line with global climate objectives.
As part of our journey to reach Net Zero carbon emissions by 2050, we’ve set ambitious targets for 2030:
We’re proud of the progress we’ve made while looking ahead at all there is to do. Explore our 2030 ESG Roadmap to learn more about how we’re building a more sustainable future.
For more information on our sustainability efforts CLICK HERE.
International days such as World Water Day make us stop and consider our impact on the environment and its natural resources. All organisations will leave their mark; our aim is to be accountable, measuring any impacts we may have and reducing them over time.
With water scarcity becoming an increasing global challenge, industries must play their part in responsible water management. At PJ Hegarty, we are committed to reducing our environmental impact and improving water efficiency across our projects. As part of our 2030 ESG roadmap, our aim is to reduce potable water usage intensity by 50% by 2030. We’re improving water efficiency through more innovative management and sustainable construction.
PJ Hegarty & Sons (UK) are the latest firm to use Intelligent Fingerprinting solution to promote positive safety culture across UK building sites. Read more
PJ Hegarty is delighted to announce the appointment of a Board and Regional Director within the UK company.
We would like to congratulate Barry Dodd on his appointment to the Board as Construction Director and Nigel Warren on his appointment to Regional Director.
( Barry Dodd / Nigel Warren )
PJ Hegarty & Sons UK Ltd has successfully achieved the Achilles Building Confidence standard.
Please follow this link to view the certificate.
