Kilcawley Construction wins Contractor Commercial Project of the Year at Irish Construction Industry Awards 2025

Awarded for its strategic execution and delivery performance last year, Kilcawley Construction secured Contractor Commercial Project of the Year at the Irish Construction Industry Awards 2025 for its redevelopment of the Kilsaran Headquarters, demonstrating how advanced construction methodologies can deliver exceptional results on operationally complex sites. The project combined technical innovation with meticulous planning to achieve ahead-of-schedule completion without disrupting ongoing business operations.

The headquarters redevelopment showcased Kilcawley's strategic application of precast concrete systems and Building Information Modelling, enabling precise coordination and accelerated delivery timelines. Operating on a live site presented significant logistical challenges, yet the contractor maintained full operational continuity while executing a comprehensive build programme. This dual achievement reflects both technical capability and sophisticated site management protocols essential in modern commercial construction.

Judges praised the project's holistic execution and commitment to design fidelity. "Kilcawley Construction earned recognition for its smart use of precast concrete, BIM, and strong adherence to architectural intent," the panel said. "Delivered ahead of schedule on a live operational site, this entry showcased both technical excellence and careful planning. With a comprehensive approach, including a strong health and safety strategy, it stood out as a well-executed and impactful achievement."

This achievement underscores rising standards across the Irish Construction Industry Awards, where commercial projects increasingly require contractors to balance speed, quality, safety, and minimal business disruption. As client expectations intensify around programme certainty and operational sensitivity, Kilcawley's success illustrates how integrated digital workflows and advanced manufacturing techniques enable superior project outcomes.

Leveraging last year’s award-winning momentum, the 2026 awards cycle will challenge contractors to demonstrate innovation in programme delivery, design execution, and safety performance across increasingly complex commercial environments. Which projects will emerge as the next benchmark for commercial construction excellence?

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