Senior Programmer

Based in Ashbourne, Co. Meath & established in 1950, McKeon Contech Ltd T/a McKeon Group and Hereworks is a digital first innovator in the construction, building services and smart building sectors, specialising in the planning, management and delivery of detail-focused, high-quality projects for our clients. We operate across a range of sectors including commercial, educational, hospitality, healthcare, pharmaceutical, industrial, and retail.

We live by our Core Values of Client Commitment, Integrity, Sustainability, Quality & Brilliance. All the team are committed to making McKeon Group & Hereworks a world leader in Construction & Technology and enjoying the journey along the way.

We pride ourselves on our exceptional and motivated teams. Great care and attention go into recruitment, we want to work with high quality, experienced people who will add to the culture, competencies and ethos.

What’s the opportunity? (Role)

We are seeking a highly experienced, motivated, and digitally fluent Senior Construction Programmer to lead the programme development, coordination, and reporting across multiple projects. This role is pivotal in ensuring strategic programme alignment from tender to handover and will contribute directly to enhanced delivery certainty and client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in the Irish construction sector, a deep understanding of digital construction tools, and the leadership ability to guide teams in programme compliance and optimisation.

Roles & Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and report on construction programmes for multiple projects using Asta Powerproject MS Project. (preferred) or Asta Powerproject
Engage with Preconstruction, Estimating, Contracts Management, and Site Teams to build logic-based, resource-aligned project programmes
Lead planning workshops, programme reviews, and risk forecasting sessions using digital planning tools and lean principles
Update and track programmes through site inputs and digital platforms (e.g. Procore, BIM 360)
Analyse programme deviations, identify root causes, and support recovery strategies in collaboration with site leadership
Support the preparation of delay impact analyses, mitigation plans, and EOT claims with robust supporting evidence
Guide the integration of design, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning, and handover milestones into live programmes
Provide high-quality visuals (e.g. staging diagrams, Gantt charts) for internal and client communications
Act as a champion of McKeon Group’s digital transformation initiatives in planning and delivery

Benefits of joining us in the Senior Programmer Role

Join a forward-thinking contractor leading in digital construction and collaborative project delivery
Pension Scheme
Income Protection and Death in Service scheme
Membership of Employee Assistance Programme
Competitive senior-level salary based on experience and qualifications
Excellent career advancement opportunities within a digitally enabled construction group

Skills / Experience / Qualifications Required

Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Project Management or related field
Minimum 8 years of experience in construction programming, with at least 5 years in Ireland across live building projects
Demonstrated expertise in delivering complex, multi-phase programmes in sectors such as healthcare, education, or commercial
Solid understanding of public and private procurement frameworks (e.g. Public Works, RIAI, NEC etc)
Proficient in MS Project, Asta Powerproject, and Excel
Experienced with construction delivery platforms like Procore, Field View, or BIM 360
Ability to interpret 3D models and align programme logic with federated BIM workflows
Comfortable leading digital planning meetings, pull planning sessions, and using model-based scheduling tools
Data-driven mindset with an ability to contribute to dashboarding and reporting strategies
Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills — able to lead meetings with directors, clients, and consultants