Judging Panel

An independent panel of recognised and expert judges, drawn from academia, business and broader related sectors will determine the winners of the Irish Construction Industry Awards.

We understand the importance of a fair and objective judging process. That's why we assemble a prestigious panel of industry leaders, renowned for their extensive knowledge, enthusiasm, and expertise in the construction industry.

Our selection process is meticulous. Judges are bound by strict confidentiality agreements and declare any potential conflicts of interest. Entries with conflicts are reassigned, ensuring complete impartiality.

A comprehensive judging process has been developed to decide the winners of the Irish Construction Industry Awards

This unwavering commitment to integrity is the foundation of our awards programme. Become a part of recognising industry excellence. If you're interested in joining the judging panel, email your details to judges@businessriver.com

2024 Judging Panel

Daniel Clarke Hagan (Judging Coordinator)

Programme Chair / Lecturer, Atlantic Technical University

Experienced Practitioner, Lecturer and Researcher in Construction Project Management. Prior to entering academia, I spent many years in the Construction Industry. VIEW MORE

Barry McAuley (Judging Coordinator)

Head of Geospatial Surveying and Digital Construction, Technological University Dublin

Dr. Barry McAuley is a Chartered Construction Project Manager and Head of Digital Construction and Geospatial Surveying at the Technological University Dublin’s School of Surveying and Construction Innovation. VIEW MORE

Stephen Clancy

Managing Director, Arken Construction

Stephen is Managing Director of Arken Construction, a small - medium sized professional building contracting firm based in the North-West. VIEW MORE

Michael Curran

Assistant Professor, University of Limerick

Dr. Michael R. Curran is an Assistant Professor in Construction Management, within the School of Engineering at the University of Limerick. VIEW MORE

Alan Fogarty

Partner, Cundall

Alan is specialised in Sustainable design. His focus recently has been on the design of net zero carbon buildings, that delivers a comfortable environment for the occupants without compromising the use of the space. Alan is particularly interested in alternatives to heat pumps. VIEW MORE

Mary Catherine Greene

Director of Portfolio & Assets, Glenveagh Properties Plc

Mary Catherine is Director of Portfolio & Assets for Glenveagh Properties Plc. overseeing landbank delivery and core asset operations & management. She has over 20 years’ experience in the industry across Ireland, UK and Europe in Civil Engineering and Construction & Project Management. VIEW MORE

Seamus Harrington

Head of Quantity Surveying, TU Dublin

Seamus Harrington is the Head of Quantity Surveying at Technological University Dublin’s School of Surveying and Construction Innovation. Prior to his current position, Seamus spent 16 years working in the management roles within the Irish construction industry. VIEW MORE

Maria Holmes

Lecturer, Atlantic Technological University

Maria is a Chartered Civil and Environmental Engineer with over 25 years of experience of working on construction projects both in Ireland and abroad. Maria specialises in construction and remediation of waste management sites and other geotechnical projects, project and contract management. VIEW MORE

John Hunt

Senior Adviser and Global Lead - Construction, Enterprise Ireland

John is the London based overseas lead for construction at Enterprise Ireland, overseeing investment and trade in Ireland's most ambitious construction and technology companies. VIEW MORE

Kevin Hutchinson

Head of Operations, Considerate Constructors Scheme

Kevin is Head of Operations for Considerate Constructors. He has over 20 years’ experience in the industry working in the UK and Ireland at Balfour Beatty and John Sisk and Son. He has expertise across areas including performance, social value, stakeholder management and employment and skills. VIEW MORE

Derry Kearney

Partner, Cundall

Derry is a Partner at Cundall where he is responsible for the successful leadership and management of the Irish business. VIEW MORE

Davitt Lamon

Lecturer & Researcher, TU Dublin

Davitt is a Lecturer and Researcher at TU Dublin, specializing in Architectural Technology and BIM. He serves as Skill Competition Manager for WorldSkills International and is a former Associate Director at an Irish architectural firm, focusing on merging data science with construction practices. VIEW MORE

Joseph Mady

CEO, DCT

Joseph Mady is the Chief Executive at DCT, responsible for the strategic leadership of the business across the UK, Ireland, South America, and Europe. Industry work aside he is also a part-time lecturer at Technological University Dublin. VIEW MORE

Gearoid Maguire

Cost Systems Lead, Linesight

Gearoid is the Cost systems Lead at Linesight. He is a chartered Quantity Surveyor who worked in multiple sectors for both clients and main contractors across Ireland, UK and Central Europe VIEW MORE

Robin Mandal

Architect, Robin Mandal Architect

For over 50 years, Robin's commitments remain speaking truth to power, so as to address: climate change; the proper planning for our future communities; just transition as our societies change; and the elimination of poverty. His ambition is to be a good ancestor. VIEW MORE

Aidan McGovern

Chartered Engineer, OPW

Aidan is currently serving as a senior Engineer and Project Manager on Capital Projects within OPW. He has extensive experience in all types of construction projects and construction procurement. VIEW MORE

Dr. Róisín Murphy

Senior Engagement Manager: Engineering, Construction and Built Environment, Technological University Dublin

Dr. Róisín Murphy is a Senior Engagement Manager (Engineering, Construction and Built Environment) in TU Dublin’s Enterprise Academy, prior to which she was a Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Engineering and Built Environment. She has over two decades of experience in the development and management VIEW MORE

Ross O Colmain

Head of High Tech Construction and Housing, Enterprise Ireland

Ross leads Enterprise Ireland's activity in High Tech Construction and Housing. VIEW MORE

John Spillane

Associate Professor, University of Limerick

Dr John P. Spillane is an Associate Professor in Construction Management within the School of Engineering, at University of Limerick. Dr Spillane has over 120 peer-reviewed publications and more than €3.5million in research funding, predominately focusing on industry engaged knowledge transfer. VIEW MORE

Carol Tallon

CEO, Property District

Carol Tallon, CEO Property District, specialises in public consultation for urban development. With more than 15 years in planning, construction, property and proptech, Carol has worked with government departments, industry representatives, developers and construction companies. VIEW MORE

Paul Tierney

Interim CEO, MMC Ireland

Paul is the Interim CEO of MMC Ireland since May 2023. He has 30 years’ experience in the MMC industry having previously been the CEO of ESS Modular, one of the UK and Ireland’s leading off-site construction companies. VIEW MORE