What Irish Construction Candidates Are Looking for Beyond Salary in 2026
Salary is only part of what drives candidate decisions in Irish construction. Sonas Technical outlines what professionals are really looking for from employers in 2026
When a Candidate Has a Change of Heart: How Irish Construction Firms Should Respond
A candidate changing their mind after accepting an offer is more common than firms admit. Sonas Technical explains how to respond, when to restart, and how to reduce the risk next time.
Salary Benchmarking in Irish Construction: Why Getting It Wrong Costs You More Than the Hire
Mispriced roles are costing Irish construction firms their best candidates before the process even begins. Sonas Technical explains how to benchmark salaries correctly in 2026.
Feedback Speed: How Long Is Too Long to Get Back to Candidates?
Slow interview feedback is costing Irish construction firms their best candidates. Sonas Technical outlines how long is too long, and what a best-practice hiring process looks like in 2026.
7 Tech Trends Reshaping Construction in 2025: Insights for Ireland
Discover how AI, robotics, blockchain, and other emerging technologies are transforming the US construction industry and what it means for Ireland. Sonas Technical explores key trends shaping the future of construction.
The Construction Skills Shortage: How it’s Impacting Salaries in Ireland
Ireland's construction industry faces a skills shortage, driving salaries higher for key roles. Explore how this impacts workers, employers, and future projects. Pre-order the 2025 Sonas Technical Salary Report for detailed insights.
Does your company have a EVP? Here’s how to write one
What is an EVP? An Employee Value Proposition (EVP) is a unique set of benefits and values that an employee receives in return for the skills, capabilities, and experience they bring to a company. It’s essentially the answer to the...
The Top 3 Interview Questions Every Hiring Manager Should Ask Technical Candidates
Discover the top 3 interview questions every hiring manager should ask technical candidates. Learn how to assess skills, cultural fit, and problem-solving abilities in engineering roles.
Technical Management: Strategies for Success in Engineering and Technical Industries
Discover key strategies for effective technical management in engineering industries. Learn to enhance leadership skills, drive innovation, and boost team performance in high-stakes environments.
Contract Recruitment vs Contingent Recruitment
Explore contract recruitment vs contingent recruitment approaches for project expertise, cost-efficiency & skill diversity. Sonas Technical aligns the right strategy.
The power of specialised talent acquisition
Sonas Technical offers tailored talent solutions. Explore our strategic approach to attracting and retaining specialised talent.
Reskilling & Upskilling: How to Address a Talent Shortage
As technologies and business models continue to evolve at a rapid pace, companies are experiencing a step change in the workforce skills they need to thrive and grow. According to a recent McKinsey Global Survey on future workforce needs, nearly...
Building a Sustainable Future: Integrating ESG Principles in Engineering Projects
Read Time: 3 minutes In a world where environmental, social, and governance (ESG) concerns have become increasingly critical, the role of engineering projects in shaping a sustainable future has never been more important. Firstly, What is ESG? ESG stands for...
Best Practices for Hiring and Managing Contractors in the Engineering Industry
Read Time: 4 minutes In the engineering industry, the success of a project heavily relies on the efficient management of contractors. Hiring and managing these workers require careful planning and implementation of best practices to ensure smooth operations and project...
Critical Skills Employment Permit: An Overview
Read Time: 4 minutes https://youtu.be/AKwjCW-eFIU Ireland is a country known for its vibrant economy and strong job market, attracting professionals from around the world. To facilitate the hiring of highly skilled workers, the Irish government introduced the Critical Skills Employment...
The Engineering Industry’s Commitment to a Safe and Healthy Workplace
The engineering industry plays a vital role in shaping modern society through the design, construction, and maintenance of infrastructure and technological advancements. As the industry continues to evolve, one aspect that remains constant is the commitment to providing a safe...
4 Strategies to Improve Employee Retention
Read Time: 2 minutes With the extremely competitive jobs market we currently find ourselves in, it is now tougher than ever for companies to retain their key talent. 2021 saw a national employee turnover rate of 18%, up from 8%...
3 Reasons to Engage a Recruitment Agency
Read Time: 1 minute Yes we’re biased, but we believe the most efficient way to hire the best employees is by engaging with a recruitment agency! – Here’s why: 1. Access hard-to-find talent 70% of the global workforce is passive...
2022 Year in Review | Noteworthy Projects
Watch Time: 1 minute 2022 saw a large volume of Irish projects announced across a number of industries, including construction, engineering, public infrastructure, pharmaceuticals and data centres! We’ve highlighted some of the Noteworthy project announcements. Check them out below ⬇...
Engineering Endeavour of 2022
Watch Time: 4 minutes Dublin Airport North Runway, the first international runway constructed in Ireland in over 30 years, has been awarded the prestigious title of Engineering Endeavour of 2022 by Engineers Ireland. Delivered by an international project team, comprising of...
The Future of Work | 4 Workplace Trends for 2023
Read Time: 3 minutes As we enter 2023, the world of work continues to evolve at a rapid pace. Advances in technology and shifts in societal values are constantly influencing the way we approach our jobs and careers. It’s important...
5 Benefits of Working with a Specialist Provider of Talent Solutions
The Construction & Engineering industries in Ireland rely heavily on the use of specialist recruitment agencies to search for and supply candidates for both permanent & contract positions to satisfy the seemingly never-ending demand for the highest quality professionals. ...
The EU Pay Transparency Directive: What It Means for Your Business
Read Time: 3 minutes The European Union (EU) recently introduced the Pay Transparency Directive, which aims to increase transparency around pay and benefits in an effort to close the gender pay gap. This directive is expected to have a significant...
Benefits of hiring specialist Contractors
Read Time: 2 minutes Hiring contractors has become an increasingly popular staffing strategy for businesses of all sizes and industries. The flexibility and cost-effectiveness of this approach have made it an attractive option for companies looking to quickly scale...