Kirby Announces Three-Year Sponsorship with UL GAA
Kirby is proud to announce a new three-year partnership with University of Limerick GAA, making Kirby Group Engineering the main sponsor across all four codes: hurling, camogie, football, and ladies’ football. The sponsorship will empower current and future players to achieve their highest potential and represents Kirby’s commitment to developing talent. Speaking about the announcement, […]
Read More“Safety is a universal concept, but how we value, apply, and interpret it can vary,” says Kirby’s Chris Bonnington as he explores the company’s Zero Harm vision
In this People First, we speak to Chris Bonnington, Group EHS Manager at Kirby and a driving force behind our Zero Harm vision. Chris has built his career through the industry, with a Masonry Apprenticeship in Canterbury, New Zealand, followed by a Carpentry Apprenticeship and commercial construction qualifications in Australia. In the early 2000s, he […]
Read MoreEmbracing Excellence: Kirby’s Commitment to Safety and Sustainability
Giedre Visockaite is EHS and Sustainability Director at Kirby Group Engineering, a firm she joined 13 years ago. The Limerick-headquartered company is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. It has experienced significant growth, currently employing over 1,800 people across Ireland, the UK, mainland Europe, and South Africa and is on track to achieve revenues exceeding […]
Read MoreKAI: The new recruit preparing Kirby Group Engineering for the future
Irish firm reveals details of native artificial intelligence platform. DCD Opinions speak to Mark Danaher, Kirby Group Engineering. Irish firm Kirby Group Engineering has been recording strong and steady growth for several years and is on track to achieve revenue of more than €700m in 2024. Celebrating its 60th anniversary this year, the firm now […]
Read More“Digital construction is unlocking critical infrastructure projects at pace,” says Kirby’s Paul Calitz as we catch up with him as part of our People First series
Speaking from our office in Cape Town, South Africa, he tells the story of the evolution of the global digital construction team, with specialists working on projects across Europe and the UK. Paul has hand-selected more than 20 BIM (Building Information Modelling) specialists from varied and diverse backgrounds – ship building, architecture, steelwork, shop fabrication, […]
Read MoreKirby Announces Leadership Transition as Strong Growth Continues
Henry McCann appointed as new CEO at the leading engineering construction firm. Kirby Group Engineering has announced CEO Mark Flanagan will step down on January 1st, 2025 after five very successful years in the role. As part of a planned and structured transition process, Henry McCann will step into the role of CEO, having […]
Read MoreThird annual Kirby Way Charity Cycle takes place in Portlaoise
Our third annual Kirby Way Cycle has been another huge success. It was fantastic to see Kirby staff, partners, suppliers, friends and family come together once again in the name of camaraderie and enjoyment. This year’s Kirby Way Cycle kicked off on August 30th, starting and finishing in Portlaoise, right in the heart of the […]
Read MoreWe ask Graduate Aisha and Apprentice Lennan to answer your questions on Leaving Certificate results day
As young people across Ireland open their Leaving Cert results, we explore the early careers routes available to the next generation of engineering talent.In this #PeopleFirst interview we ask third-year Electrical Apprentice, Lennan Doyle, and Graduate Mechanical Engineer, Aisha Maida, the questions we are asked most by people exploring their early careers options. They share […]
Read MoreKirby Long Service Recognition Awards
It’s very important to us at Kirby to celebrate our people, who we highly value. It was therefore a great occasion to recognise our long service employees at a number of award ceremonies across the country recently. The events, held in Limerick, Dublin and Galway, saw over 80 employees in total honoured for more than […]
Read More“We know that movement is incredibly important in maintaining good mental health and resilience” says Kirby’s Peter Kearns
As our people gear up to tackle the Kirby Way Cycle challenge again this year, we catch up with Senior Planning Manager Peter Kearns in our latest #PeopleFirst article. For the last number of years, Peter has been our dedicated organiser, coordinating Get-Fit Challenges to support people in reaching their fitness goals, through activities […]
Read MoreKirby teams get together to mark 60-year milestone
This is a special year for Kirby as we mark 60 years operating as a business that has gone from strength to strength, with our people at the centre of our achievements. To celebrate, the company recently gathered our teams at eleven locations across Ireland, the UK, Sweden, Italy and South Africa for a series […]
Read MorePeople-First Culture Recognised by Top Award
Kirby Group Engineering has been recognised for its people-first culture, maintaining ‘We Invest in People – Platinum’ and achieving ‘We Invest in Wellbeing – Gold’ accreditations in its latest Investors in People (IIP) assessment. Following a rigorous assessment process, the Irish firm was ranked among the top 2% of organisations worldwide for leading, supporting and […]
Read MoreLaunch of the Kirby Way Cycle 2024
We are getting ready to pedal our way to fun and fitness as The Kirby Way Cycle returns for a third consecutive year! The 2024 cycle will take place on Friday, 30th August and will start and finish in Portlaoise with participants choosing a route of 50km or 100km. We were delighted to welcome former […]
Read MoreLeading and Shaping the Future
Mark Flanagan and his Senior Team have led Kirby through the last four years of challenging and exciting change, and they continue to lead the company as it reaches revenue of over €700m in 2024 which will be a record year for growth and development at the company. Irish Building Magazine speak to Mark Flanagan, […]
Read More“Kirby will put its arms around you and help you to achieve your goals,” says Site Manager Noel Norton
Site Manager Noel Norton is on the fast track to the next step in his career. We catch up with him in this #PeopleFirst as he explores his journey with Kirby so far. Noel joined Kirby as an Electrician nine years ago. Now a Site Manager, he has benefitted from more than 400 hours in […]
Read MoreLimerick office rooftop Solar System
Kirby is delighted to announce the installation of a large rooftop Solar System at our Limerick Office Headquarters in Raheen. The final design allows Kirby to optimise morning and evening electricity generation and minimise mid-day peaks on the local grid. Consisting of over 180 individual panels, this 85-kilowatt (kW) system will generate at least 50,000 […]
Read More“Communication, collaboration and teamwork are key to a successful health and safety culture,” says Nikoleta Solueva, EHS Project Lead
For Nikoleta Solueva, team safety culture remains the key to a safe site. In this #PeopleFirst, we headed to our data centre project in Gävle, Sweden, where Nikoleta and our safety team work with more than 300 Kirby employees, subcontractors, and the main contractor to establish an environment that prioritises safety and wellbeing. A site […]
Read MoreKirby earns prestigious global health and safety award from The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA)
Kirby Group Engineering has won a prestigious RoSPA Award, demonstrating its commitment to health and safety excellence. Kirby was awarded an Order of Distinction Award in the Industry category, demonstrating its dedication to ensuring its staff get home safely at the end of every working day. It’s a remarkable achievement as the company has now […]
Read MoreTackling construction challenges within the data center sector
DCD Opinions speak to Brendan Coffey, Kirby Group Engineering. The growth of data center (DC) projects in Ireland has been the focus of much attention in recent years. With 21st century life becoming more interconnected, the data that facilitates the connections requires more and more storage. As time goes on, more data centers are built, […]
Read More“Operating within our span of control to ensure value and delivery is of critical importance,” says Jimmy Kirby, Executive Chairman, in this #PeopleFirst
As we continue to explore the people who have shaped and are shaping our business, we delve into strategy, sustainable business, and stability with Executive Chairman Jimmy Kirby. When you speak to Jimmy his passion for strategy is clear. Paired with his deep understanding of the M&E and construction industry, and his drive to ensure […]
Read MoreKirby – Delivering value for 60 years and beyond
2024 is a landmark year for Kirby Group Engineering. It marks 60 years since Tom and Michael Kirby established an electrical contracting business at Thomondgate in Limerick. Since then, the small enterprise has grown far larger than the brothers could have imagined, into a leading mechanical and electrical engineering contractor with bases across Ireland, the […]
Read MoreOvercoming Supply Chain Issues
DCD>Talks with Martin Kelly of Kirby Group Engineering on overcoming supply chain issues. In the latest DCD>Talks interview is now ready to stream or download. In it, DCD’s Emma Brookes talks to Martin Kelly, commercial director at Kirby Group Engineering about the twin challenges of the supply chain and attracting talent to the workforce. Kelly […]
Read MoreKirby Announces Senior Appointments as Growth Continues
Directors and Associate Directors take up roles as turnover exceeds €630m. Kirby Group Engineering today announced its latest appointees to senior positions within the company. Six people are being appointed to Director and Associate Director roles amid a period of continuing growth at the firm, which is marking its 60th anniversary this year. Kirby has […]
Read MoreBeing the change we need to see
How widening the talent pool can address the skills gap. DCD Opinions speak to Amy Lane, Kirby Group Engineering. Put any group of data center executives into a room and, before long, you’ll start hearing the dreaded term “skills shortage.” It’s become an increasingly acute problem across the industry during the post-pandemic years. Yet, the […]
Read MoreKirby – Power & Renewables
View this article as published in the Sunday Business Post here. Kirby Group Engineering is celebrating continued growth in the Power and Renewables sector, as it marks its 60th anniversary in 2024. The firm recently promoted Michael Murray to the role of Director of Power and Renewables and Group Business Development, while Stephen Kavanagh has […]
Read More“The doors are open to women looking to grow their careers in the engineering and construction industry” says Marketing Manager Claire Brennan
As we mark International Women’s Day (March 8), we speak to Marketing Manager Claire Brennan about growing her career at Kirby, a dedication to young people in sport, and growing representation in STEM. Having been with Kirby for four years, Claire has seen Kirby’s growth first hand as she worked to promote and mark the […]
Read More“Ireland and Kirby have opened up career opportunities for me,” says Yalin Tumbali, Commercial Manager at Kirby
In this #PeopleFirst we speak to our Commercial Manager Yalin Tumbali, based out of our Dublin office, he works across a number of projects, overseeing their mechanical packages. Yalin joined Kirby in 2022, as he moved from Turkey to Ireland, seeking further experience in data centres. Incredibly experienced, he held a number of roles in […]
Read More“Lots of good things started in 1964,” says Payroll Manager Helen Keogh who shares her birthday year with Kirby Group Engineering
In this #PeopleFirst we speak to Helen Keogh, Payroll Manager, who, alongside Kirby, turns 60 this year. Helen first joined us in Limerick in 1983 at 19 years old to work on the reception. “We had an office in Thomondgate, it was a converted house and shop. At that point we had around 80 employees, […]
Read MoreConfidence and supply
Supply chains have been a fraught issue for some time, but Kirby has masterminded the new normal with aplomb. Kirby’s Sean Rapple tells DCD how they’ve done it. DCD Opinions speak to Sean Rapple, Kirby Group Engineering. When DCD talked to Kirby procurement specialist David Waldron in mid-2022, the supply chain issues that had been […]
Read More“I want everyone I work with to feel the same way I have felt since I joined Kirby nine years ago: trusted, valued, and appreciated,” says Brendan Coffey, Kirby Operations Manager – Leinster
We speak to Brendan Coffey, Kirby’s Operations Manager for the Leinster region, as he celebrates nine years with us. He joined Kirby as a Senior Project Manager in December 2014 to manage the Telecity data centre project in Dublin. He reflects: “The company was much smaller at that point; we turned over around €165m. At […]
Read MoreKirby Brings Festive Support for Charities Once More
Irish engineering firm has announced its Christmas donations programme Kirby Group Engineering has announced details of its Christmas donation programme for 2023, which will see €130,000 in funds directed to charities in Ireland and abroad. Staff at the Limerick-headquartered company are involved in charity campaigns all year round, but the firm makes a special effort […]
Read MoreAlexander Abadom has just completed Kirby’s new Electrical Graduate Engineering Programme; we speak to him in this #PeopleFirst
Kirby has been successfully running its graduate programme since 2015. To focus more on the engineering aspect, it decided to launch a specialised Electrical Graduate Engineering Programme in 2021. This month marks a significant milestone for Alexander as he graduates from the new specialist programme. The occasion was marked by the presentation of his certificate […]
Read MoreSecond Intake Announced for Kirby Bursary Programme
Engineering firm builds on drive to promote the sector among female students Kirby Group Engineering has announced five winners of its third level bursary programme. This is the second year of the initiative, which provides exciting opportunities for women to gain experience in the wider engineering industry. Kirby is a leading mechanical and engineering contractor […]
Read More“Construction Safety Month has seen us focus in on project-specific, critical risks,” says Kirby’s EHS Regional Manager, Yvonne McCawley
We spoke to EHS Regional Manager Yvonne McCawley about the importance of the CIF’s Construction Safety Month and her role in ensuring a safety-first culture at Kirby. “This is the first year that the Construction Industry Federation (CIF) is running its safety campaign over a full month. Four weeks gives us the chance to explore […]
Read MoreKirby team takes part in Focus Ireland ‘Shine a Light’ event
The sleep-out was a huge success as Kirby employees from across the business got their sleeping bags laid out outside last Friday night and raised almost €34,000 for homeless services throughout the country. The participants donned many layers to keep out the cold as temperatures dropped down to as low as 5 degrees during the […]
Read MoreWorking back to front
When it comes to commissioning, Kirby doesn’t just ‘go by the book’, but has written a few extra chapters to ensure everything goes smoothly. DCD Opinions speak to Alan Driver, Kirby Group Engineering. What a difference a year can make. In Summer 2022, the data center sector was grappling with multiple different supply chain issues […]
Read More“Kirby is a learning organisation; we have two-way conversations with key stakeholders, and we always listen and learn,” says Aidan McAuliffe, Kirby Procurement Manager for Europe
In this #PeopleFirst we speak to Aidan McAuliffe, our Procurement Manager for Europe. Having worked in procurement for over 15 years, he’s worked with Kirby for the last six years to develop supply chains and material supplier arrangements across the continent. His background at Kerry Group, Nestle and Bord Gáis has supported Kirby’s expansion, as […]
Read MoreSecond annual Kirby Way Cycle achieves great success
We’d like to say a huge ‘thank you’ to everyone who took part in and supported the second annual Kirby Way Cycle last Friday. The event was a massive success once again, with more than 120 people taking part to raise vital funds to support Milford Hospice in Limerick and the National Breast Cancer Research […]
Read MoreFinal preparations for the Kirby Way Cycle 2023
We are excited to announce that over 120 people have signed up for our second ever Kirby Way Cycle event, which takes place this Friday September 1st. After the huge success of our inaugural Cycle last year, we’re taking to the roads once again to raise money in support of Milford Care Centre and the […]
Read More“The people around you at Kirby have been in your shoes. They are genuinely invested in you and your learning,” says fourth year Electrical Apprentice Cathal Hanley
Kirby is proud of its people-first approach, which has seen many of its top team grow their careers with the company. It’s this approach that has seen us invest heavily in growing the next generation of engineering talent, with more than 200 apprentices currently employed. Cathal Hanley joined Kirby in 2019 as an Electrical Apprentice […]
Read More‘Earn and learn’ and get a foot on the ladder with Kirby
Fergus Barry, Kirby HR Director spoke to the Business Post on how Kirby provides great opportunities for people to build their career path. Providing full mechanical and electrical contracting services, as well as specialist high voltage (HV) and medium voltage (MV) design and construction services to clients across a number of different sectors including data […]
Read MoreOff-site Manufacturing in Data Centre Construction
Built Environment Magazine speaks to Mikey Ryan, Kirby Operations Director. Kirby prides itself on delivering high quality services in an efficient and timely manner. To this end, its drive towards off-site manufacturing in the construction of data centres is proving hugely successful for all stakeholders. In fact, such has been the demand and growth in this […]
Read MoreKirby achieves Investors in Diversity Silver Award
The team at Kirby Group Engineering is proud to announce that we have reached another milestone in the company’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, with the achievement of the Investors in Diversity Silver award. Investors in Diversity Ireland (IiD) is Ireland’s first all-encompassing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion mark. We began our journey on this programme […]
Read More“Kirby recruits for the culture, and you can tell,” says Kirby stalwart Michelle Madden, Senior Estimating Co-ordinator
In this #PeopleFirst interview we speak to Michelle Madden, Senior Estimating Co-ordinator at Kirby. There is always that one person in an organisation; the one that everyone goes to when they need to know something. For Kirby, that person is Michelle Madden. She has been with us for 22 years and has trained up numerous […]
Read MoreKirby Chooses Cape Town for its First Office Outside Europe
Irish engineering firm expands international reach with investment worth over €1m. Kirby Group Engineering has officially opened its new office in Cape Town, the company’s first base outside of Europe. Management welcomed Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs of Ireland, Micheál Martin T.D. to the office within the iconic Newlands Cricket Ground, to mark the […]
Read MoreEngineering a digital future at Kirby
Given that artificial intelligence is becoming a feature of almost all industries, Mark Danaher – Associate Director – BIM / Technical Services at Kirby, believes AI can be an integral part of the Kirby digitisation strategy, along with several other crucial strands that form the company’s bespoke three-year strategy to digitally transform its practices, which […]
Read MoreData center developments: The people behind the projects
Why an investment in people is imperative to delivering data center developments on demand. DCD Opinions speak to Pearse Dolan, Kirby Group Engineering. The twin demands of data consumption and secure data storage are constantly growing. At this point, mid-way through 2023, the greatest challenge facing our sector is mobilizing skilled staff to deliver on […]
Read MoreKirby Adds to Hunt Museum’s Historic Collection
Interpretation of ancient Roman piece to join works at innovative garden collection Limerick headquartered firm Kirby Group Engineering has unveiled a major sculpture at the Hunt Museum, part of its Museum in a Garden project. The company, founded in Thomondgate in 1964, commissioned and donated the piece, which was revealed to the public last Friday. […]
Read More“It’s important for young girls to see themselves represented in engineering,” says Michelle Powell as she talks about our school outreach programme
We speak to HR Business Partner Michelle Powell, in advance of International Women in Engineering Day on the 23rd of June. Overseeing Kirby’s apprenticeship and outreach programmes, she champions women in engineering in schools and colleges across Ireland. Kirby has worked in partnership with Business in the Community Ireland (BITCI) for 10 years, delivering outreach […]
Read MoreWhy join Kirby?
Kirby is delighted to have been named one of Ireland’s Best Employers in The Sunday Independent’s annual listing. We reflect on the reasons our 1,400 people believe Kirby is a truly great company to work, live and thrive in. Are you ready to embark on a thrilling professional journey where your expertise in engineering and […]
Read More“Our estimating team plays a vital role in bringing complex projects to site,” says Kirby Group E&I and T&D Estimating Manager, Declan Gavin
In this #PeopleFirst series we catch up with Declan Gavin, Group Electrical Estimating Manager for our Low Voltage (LV) and Power (T&D) business units. Heading up a large team, he has been with Kirby for more than 15 years and has seen the business grow and develop into the company it is today. “Kirby has […]
Read More“Kirby is unique. I have seen it grow, nurture talent and deliver consistently for its long-term clients,” says William Brosnan, Operations Manager, Munster
In this #PeopleFirst we catch up with Kirby’s Operations Manager for Munster. He celebrates 33 years with us this year and talks about the growth of the company from 60 direct employees in 1990 to 1,400 in 2023. He is proud of his part in the tale, at the front of many firsts, including the […]
Read MoreDelivering Predictable Results in Unpredictable Times
Kirby prides itself on its ‘no surprises approach’ to projects, backed up by thorough planning with all stakeholders from pre-construction all the way to commissioning DCD Opinions speak to Ronan O’Neill, Kirby Group Engineering. When the British nuclear submarine HMS Vanguard (cost: £3.75bn/$4.65bn) was undergoing routine maintenance, an engineer working in the nuclear reactor chamber […]
Read More“Diversity of thought and experience will transform the future of engineering,” says Rosangela Condori, who received a bursary from Kirby to study renewable and electrical energy engineering
In this #PeopleFirst we speak to Rosangela Condori, a second-year student at Technological University of the Shannon (TUS). Rosangela was one of four students chosen for Kirby’s bursary scheme, which was developed to promote women in engineering and launched in 2022. Rosangela has a passion for people, the environment and the impact engineering can have, both […]
Read MoreLooking at Construction Through Technology
Kirby tells us about the new technologies they use to improve construction. DCD Opinions speak to Mark Danaher, Kirby Group Engineering. As with any industry, the data centre sector is competitive. But over the past few years, that has become a little intense. With demand on the up and the supply chain, well if not missing a few […]
Read More“By investing in its people, Kirby is investing in innovations and improvements for the future,” says Kirby Lead Planner Michael Bonandrini, as he studies data analytics and its application in construction and engineering
In this #PeopleFirst feature we speak to Michael Bonandrini. His passion for data and planning have seen him start a Master’s Degree in Data Analytics. Talking about machine learning algorithms detecting patterns in planning data, Michael demonstrates his real interest and excitement in this pioneering area of technological development. Michael joined the team in Dublin […]
Read MoreFestive Charity Tradition Continues at Kirby in 2022
Focus Ireland, UNICEF, SVP and Cliona’s Foundation among those set to benefit. Kirby Group Engineering has donated in excess of €100,000 to charities in Ireland and abroad this Christmas. The Limerick-based electrical and mechanical engineering company has built a tradition of supporting those in need all year round, with a special focus at this time […]
Read More“Diversity is a source of richness; we see that on site every day,” says Dr. Francesca Balbi, Kirby’s HR and Compliance Lead for Italy
We catch up with Dr. Francesca Balbi on our data centre project in Milan, Italy, as part of this #PeopleFirst interview. A recent addition to Kirby, Francesca has spent the majority of her career in academia, researching and teaching international and European law. It’s a calling that has allowed her to fulfil her passion for […]
Read MoreKirby Promotes Engineering Diversity with New Bursaries
Third level supports form part of company’s drive to progress industry development. Kirby Group Engineering has announced it has awarded bursaries to four female students at third level institutions across Ireland. The scheme forms part of its ongoing effort to promote gender diversity in the evolving worlds of engineering and construction. Kirby is a leading […]
Read More“By investing in talent and adopting new ways of working, we have unleashed the potential of a more diverse workforce” Sean Rapple – Pre-Construction Director speaks to the CIF Magazine.
Nurturing a diverse workforce is a well rooted concept at Kirby. The family-founded business has proudly welcomed colleagues from around the world for many years, and now has 42 nationalities represented across the business. In recent years, the company’s Pre-Construction team decided that its future strength would be in diversity and taking this to the […]
Read More“Every Kirby colleague has a story of how the company has helped them personally or professionally,” says Paralegal Executive Suzanne Kirwan
“Every Kirby colleague has a story of how the company has helped them personally or professionally,” says Paralegal Executive Suzanne Kirwan In this #PeopleFirst article we speak to Suzanne Kirwan as she celebrates the completion of her barrister training at King’s Inn, Dublin. The soon-to-be barrister has spent the last year studying for the bar […]
Read MoreAppointments a Further Boost to Kirby for the Future
Ongoing drive for sustainable growth brings seven to senior management team Kirby Group Engineering has announced seven additions to its Senior Management Team. The family-founded firm is continually looking to build on its reputation for delivering top quality results and this latest round of appointments is the next step in that strategy. The full list […]
Read MoreKirby Way Cycle a massive success with over €430k raised
Two key charities to benefit from company’s inaugural event over 300km course. Kirby Group Engineering is delighted to announce the inaugural Kirby Way Cycle event has been a major success, raising more than €430,000 so far for great causes. A total of 176 cyclists along with 23 volunteers, drivers and support crew, took to the […]
Read More“Sports psychology and business have strong synergies; at Kirby we wear one jersey, we are a team,” says Kirby HR Officer and champion hurler Kyle Hayes
We sit down with Kyle Hayes as the Limerick hurling team celebrates its third All-Ireland title in a row. “Limerick is one of the most exciting places to be right now, the atmosphere is palpable,” says HR Officer and Limerick hurler Kyle Hayes, as we interview him for our #PeopleFirst series. He is settling back […]
Read MorePreparations underway for the Kirby Way Cycle 2022
Preparations are in full swing for the Kirby Way Cycle 2022, with less than a month to the big event. Nearly 250 participants are so far signed up to take part in the event which will get underway at Kirby Group Engineering’s headquarters in Raheen Business Park, Limerick on the morning of September 2nd. From […]
Read MoreFrom South Africa to the Emerald Isle: “Kirby doesn’t just talk the talk, it really is a people-first company,” say couple Melandri and André van Zyl
“I can’t tell you how easy Kirby made the transition for us,” says HR Officer Melandri van Zyl as she talks to us for our #PeopleFirst series. Sitting next to her is her husband and co-worker André, Senior Cost Engineer, as they discuss their move across the world from South Africa to Limerick, Ireland. “I […]
Read MoreData center supply chain challenges: It’s good to talk
Managing complex supply chains today requires diligence and hard work to bring data center builds in successfully and on-budget, advises Kirby procurement specialist David Waldron. DCD Opinions speak to David Waldron, Kirby Group Engineering. The supply chain issues currently blighting data center development are not necessarily new, nor have they struck out of the blue. […]
Read MoreKirby Builds for the Future with Directors’ Appointments
Promotions align with Irish engineering company’s vision of strong sustainable growth. Kirby Group Engineering has announced five promotional appointments within its Senior Management Team. The family-founded firm is following a path of sustainable growth, delivering top quality results for national and international clients and these promotions will help secure its vision for the future. The […]
Read More”I want girls to know engineering is a career option from a young age,” says Kirby’s Electrical Engineering Manager, Amy Lane
I want to imagine a future when we don’t need an International Women in Engineering Day. A future when children aren’t encouraged into one career or another because of their sex. A future when there are no male- or female-dominated industries,” says Amy Lane, Electrical Engineering Manager at Kirby. We speak to her as part […]
Read MoreKirby announces the launch of The Kirby Way Cycle 2022
Irish engineering firm aims to raise hundreds of thousands of euro in 300km trip. We are proud to announce the launch of The Kirby Way Cycle 2022. This staff initiative alongside our fundraising partners and in conjunction with Warriors for Humanity, is raising money for the National Breast Cancer Research Institute and Self Help Africa, […]
Read More“I have definitely had opportunities that I wouldn’t have been given with other contractors,” says Kirby project manager Leroy Walker
In this #PeopleFirst we catch up with Leroy Walker, one of Kirby’s youngest project managers as he hands over a new clean room to our longstanding client, medical device manufacturer Boston Scientific. The 34-year-old father of two started with Kirby in 2006 as an Electrical Apprentice. He has progressed through the ranks, from Site Supervisor, […]
Read MoreKirby Group Engineering Announces Partnership with Dutch Data Center Association
Kirby Group Engineering is delighted to join the Dutch Data Center Association (DDA) in 2022 as a partner member. Kirby is proud to be part of the DDA community of data centers and quality suppliers of technology and services. This partnership shows the company’s commitment to continued growth in the Netherlands. Kirby Group Managing Director, […]
Read MoreKirby Donates €25,000 to Acquired Brain Injury Charity in Meath
Kirby Group Engineering is making a donation to Acquired Brain Injury Ireland (ABII), to support their work in Meath. Around 19,000 people acquire a brain injury in Ireland every year. They happen suddenly and can be caused by road traffic accidents, strokes, assaults, falls and infections such as meningitis. Because every injury is unique, each […]
Read More‘‘Becoming part of a senior management team was a huge achievement – especially as a young non-Irish woman.’ Giedre Visockaite, Associate Director – Strategy and Marketing
CIF Construction Magazine recently spoke to Giedre Visockaite, as part of their special feature on ‘Championing Women in Construction in 2022’. Originally from Lithuania, Giedre Visockaite is Associate Director of Strategy and Marketing with Kirby Group Engineering. In the 10 years since joining Kirby – something she says was a steep but valuable learning […]
Read MoreDIY SOS: The Big Build Ireland New Series
DIY SOS: The Big Build Ireland, the show that rebuilds people’s lives by rebuilding their homes is back for a second series. The popular series presented by Baz Ashmawy returns to RTÉ One on Sunday April 3rd. The four part series will feature families based in New Ross, Meath, Santry and Waterford city. Chief-motivator Baz […]
Read More“This work Kirby does for DIY SOS is providing homes, not just houses for families who are in exceptional circumstances and dire need through no fault of their own.” Stephen Brennan, Site Manager and DIY SOS Lead
To many in Kirby, Stephen Brennan is known as a beguiling Site Manager from Glinsk, County Galway and to many around the country, he’s known as Stephen from DIY SOS, the Electrical Foreman with the hearty laugh and the cheeky grin. Whether it’s having the laughs with Baz and the gang or working insane hours […]
Read MoreWhat workers want has never been a more powerful factor in the labour market. As we emerge from two years of disruption, experts tell us ‘it’s talent’s world and employers live in it’.
Fergus Barry – HR Director speaks to the CIF Magazine. The construction and engineering industries are no different. We must look at ourselves and realise that if we want to attract and retain new talent, we must provide an environment that’s attractive to and supportive of them. Our search has clearly identified that people today […]
Read MoreBuilding the largest data centers
Demand for data center capacity has grown exponentially in recent years. While the scale, speed of delivery and technological advancements have progressed significantly, the principles of how we work remain unchanged. We adhere steadfastly to Kirby’s core values of People, Safety, Quality, Delivery and Value. These priorities have guided us since the company’s foundation and […]
Read MoreKirby is supporting the people of Ukraine with a donation to the Red Cross
We cannot imagine, the fear, sadness and anger that the people of Ukraine are feeling at the moment. The stories of damage and death are hard to read and we all see how important it is for people around the world to come together to advance the cause of peace. We are working to support […]
Read MoreKirby joins “Orchards in the Community” to plant 1,000 orchards across Ireland
Kirby Group Engineering is pleased to announce its participation in Host in Ireland’s “Orchards in the Community” initiative. Orchards play a key role in providing an early food source for struggling bees. To help protect the bees and increase pollination, Kirby is part of 52 pledgers and over 90 schools and community groups planting in […]
Read More“Engineering is an incredibly rewarding career, and one that I would strongly recommend to young women considering their career choices,” says Turnover Engineer Cova Fernandez
We continue our #PeopleFirst series with Turnover Engineer Cova Fernandez. Speaking from her home office in Dublin, she enthuses about BIM 360 and the transformation it has delivered to the industry over the last 10 years and discusses flexible working as a mum of two. Joining Kirby in 2015 as Technical Bid Lead, she’s now […]
Read MoreThe Engineering Firm working to be a ‘Good Grid Citizen’
John Grogan, Kirby Group Engineering Director, contributes to the US-Ireland Business Report 2022 with his thoughts on sustainability and working to be a ‘Good Grid Citizen’. Thirty years ago, focusing on sustainable or energy efficient methods of working had a poor image in mainstream culture. Making the effort to be ‘green’ was often depicted as […]
Read MoreKirby Group Engineering awarded Engineers Ireland’s CPD Accredited Employer Standard
Kirby Group Engineering has been awarded the much sought after CPD Accredited Employer Standard by Engineers Ireland in recognition of their continuing professional development (CPD) strategy. Founded in 1964 in Limerick, Kirby is a leading mechanical and electrical engineering contractor with operations in Ireland, the UK, and Mainland Europe. The organisation provides full mechanical and […]
Read MoreA Bright Outlook for Limerick and Surrounding Areas in 2022
Ruairi Ryan, Operations Director, Kirby Group Engineering speaks to the Limerick Leader. 2022 is going to be a great year for Limerick and the surrounding region. The recent announcements around major investments from leading organisations such as Eli Lilly, University of Limerick, BD Ireland demonstrates real confidence in the opportunities and talent in our region. […]
Read MoreDCD Opinions: Is the key to the future of next generation data center delivery in our past?
Why yesterday’s lessons could pave the way for tomorrow’s progress. DCD Opinions speak to Barry O’Sullivan, Kirby Group Engineering. “Life would be infinitely happier if we could only be born at the age of eighty and gradually approach eighteen”, said the great American writer Mark Twain, concerning knowledge being the very close relative of experience. […]
Read MoreKirby marks festive season with €100k charities donation
Focus Ireland, Women’s Aid and UNICEF receive support from Irish engineering firm.
Read MoreSite Manager Ricardo Goncalves sees an opportunity to help families in need in Africa
Kirby Group Engineering is a values-driven business that takes pride in providing quality and value for its clients, delivering services across the Data Centre, Life Sciences, Industrial, Commercial, Substations and Renewables sectors. One of its core values is People, so when one of its site managers in Scotland came up with a plan to help […]
Read MoreKirby wins two awards at the Limerick Chamber Regional Business Awards 2021
Limerick Chamber has recognised its business community’s excellence by announcing its Regional Business Awards for 2021. Walking off with two top prizes are Kirby Group Engineering as they were awarded Best Large Business: Contribution to The Region, and Best Employer: Employee Talent Development & Workplace Wellness. Based in Limerick, Kirby delivers services across the Data […]
Read MoreA winning recipe for good mental health and wellbeing by Kyle Hayes
As part of the Construction Industry Federation’s (CIF) Construction Safety Week, we asked Limerick All-Ireland hurling champion and Kirby Training Officer Kyle Hayes to share his tips for maintaining good mental health and wellbeing. #CIFSafety21 In August, the Limerick hurling team played in front of 40,000 fans at Croke Park in Dublin, Ireland, with a […]
Read MoreKirby Opens Base In Sweden Amid Continued Growth
Kirby Group Engineering has officially opened its latest office in the Swedish city of Gävle. Five years since the Irish firm began working in Sweden, this announcement is a clear statement of Kirby’s commitment to continued growth in the Nordic region. Kirby’s leading-edge skills and experience in data centre construction, as well as the team’s […]
Read MoreTeam Kirby raises €15,000 for the Irish Heart Foundation with our “Marathon in a Weekend” challenge
It’s a surprising but undeniable fact that only 1% of the population ever complete a marathon because the classic distance of 42.2 kilometres or 26.1 miles is super tough, no matter how you measure it. Yet, it’s a distance that both fascinates and challenges many runners and walkers alike, one that sticks in your mind […]
Read MoreKirby Shortlisted In The Investors In People Awards 2021
Kirby Group Engineering has made the final shortlist for ‘Employer of the Year’ in The Investors in People Awards 2021. In a record-breaking year for entries, with nearly three hundred organisations involved, this is an outstanding achievement and one that everyone at Kirby is hugely proud of. The Investors in People Awards celebrate the very […]
Read MoreKirby wins the President’s Award at the internationally recognised RoSPA – Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents Awards
Kirby Group Engineering is proud to announce that it has achieved the President’s Award at the internationally recognised RoSPA, Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents Awards. It’s a remarkable achievement as the company has now achieved this Gold Standard for twelve consecutive years. Kirby is a values-driven business, and at its heart are the […]
Read MoreKirby Announces Key Senior Team Appointments
Kirby Group Engineering has announced a round of key appointments to its Senior Management Team. The development follows a period of strategic and sustainable growth, which has seen Kirby continually delivering operationally excellent mechanical and electrical engineering contracting services for national and international clients. These strategic positions align with Kirby’s commitment to continuously build an […]
Read MoreReally great to hear such positive and enthusiastic feedback from one of our Graduate Project Planners
As part of our #PeopleFirst series, we have been talking to one of Kirby’s Graduate Project Planners, Joe Ronaldson, about why he chose his profession and what he enjoys about life at Kirby. “In 2018, I graduated with an ME in Mechanical Engineering from UCD. I was lucky enough to spend a gap year in […]
Read MoreDCD Opinions: By investing in talent today, we will ensure sustainable data center delivery tomorrow
Few industries have grown over the past 18 months quite like the data center sector. Now, though, growth could be constrained by a lack of suitable talent. DCD Opinions speak to Fergus Barry, Kirby Group Engineering. As we face the latter half of 2021 and a post-COVID re-emergence of the world’s economies, the reality is […]
Read MoreOrder of Malta Join Kirby To Help Spot A Silent Killer
It’s a simple fact of life; everyone has blood pressure; it’s the amount of work that your heart must do to pump blood around your body. When the heart squeezes blood out, this is called systolic pressure. Then when your heart relaxes and allows the blood to flow back, this is called diastolic pressure. By […]
Read MoreLinxon award Kirby Seagreen mechanical and electrical package
Linxon has awarded Kirby Group Engineering a subcontract for the onshore substation mechanical & electrical installation and building services works as part of the Seagreen Offshore Wind Farm Substation package. The works include the installation of the onshore primary and secondary HV power equipment including the super-grid transformers, switchgear, dynamic reactive compensation, shunt reactors, harmonic […]
Read MoreKirby Group Engineering announces 300 new jobs
Irish engineering firm predicts significant growth through data centre construction. Kirby Group Engineering has announced plans to create 300 new jobs as part of a significant expansion to meet demand for its services in Ireland and across Europe. The family-founded, privately owned company says the new jobs will include engineering, commercial, operations and administrative staff, […]
Read MoreDCD Opinions: Building the data centers of the future
HoloLens, robots, interactive screens and more: Kirby’s Mark Danaher talks about the future of hyperscale data center construction DCD Opinions speak to Mark Danaher, Kirby Group Engineering. During the first ‘information revolution’, when CAD took over from drawing boards, sophisticated designs were… printed off. While the architect’s or the engineer’s office might have undergone a […]
Read More‘I get to talk to my engineering heroes every day’ – #INWED2021
Today marks International Women in Engineering Day 2021 – an occasion that seeks to celebrate the work and achievements of women engineers. This year has put a particular focus on womens’ engineering heroes. Eve Cassidy, who works with Kirby Group Engineering thought carefully before nominating a group of people she felt fit the bill. “In […]
Read MoreKirby backs ‘Heroes Retreat’ initiative to thank COVID-19 frontline healthcare workers
Irish company Iconic Camino, which offers retreats at some of Ireland’s most breath-taking locations, has found a special way to give back to the incredible healthcare workers who have been the true heroes of the COVID19 pandemic. The brainchild of former Galway hurler Alan Kerins, the company is offering nominated frontline healthcare workers a free […]
Read MoreKirby and PM Group team up to provide critical support to the HSE with India donation
Kirby and PM Group are delighted to support the HSE’s recent donation of an oxygen generator from University College Hospital Galway (UCHG) to the Indian Health Service. After 14 long months, the fight against COVID-19 in Ireland is finally entering a more favourable stage with the successful rollout of a vaccination programme following on from […]
Read MoreInvesting in people brings rewards for Kirby
Irish firm beats previous rating to reach ‘platinum’ level in industry programme. Kirby Group Engineering today announced it has achieved ‘platinum’ accreditation from the ‘Investors in People’ programme. It follows a highly rigorous assessment process for the Irish firm, in which it scored among the top 2% of organisations who have been assessed so far. […]
Read MoreKirby participates in Darkness Into Light
On Saturday, May 8th, the brave and bold of Kirby clicked off their alarm clocks shortly after 5am, hit the floorboards and pulled on their yellow t-shirt as they prepared to take on the Kirby Sunrise Challenge in aid of Pieta. The aim of the challenge? To walk, run or cycle 5k at dawn wearing […]
Read More‘How resilience and values helped Kirby create a €300m business’, Mark Flanagan speaks to The Currency
“When you put iron into the furnace, steel is forged” – how resilience and values helped Kirby Group Engineering create a €300m business. Kirby began with two brothers from Limerick and one big idea. Today, Kirby employs 1,200 people and has revenues of €300m. Its Managing Director Mark Flanagan talks about Covid, overcoming challenges and […]
Read MoreKirby honoured at Global Innovation Awards
Kirby Group Engineering was honoured to receive the Iberdrola Supplier of the Year Award for Digitalization at a ceremony in Madrid, Spain. Spanish King and Queen attend in Madrid as Irish firm is named among industry elite.
Read More‘Female students need to know they have a place in engineering’
Eve Cassidy from Kirby Group Engineering would love to see more women in her industry. Here, she shares her experience to mark Engineers Week 2021.
Read MoreKIRBY MANAGER MAKES GLOBAL LIST OF ‘40 UNDER 40’
Kirby Group Engineering has announced one of its employees has been named as part of Autodesk Construction Cloud’s “40 under 40: Champions of Construction”. Mark Danaher’s achievement is further proof of the industry-leading talent on the Kirby team.
Read MoreKirby spreads good cheer with €100k charity donation
Kirby Group Engineering has donated a total of €100,000 to help people in need this Christmas. The Irish company has a longstanding tradition of supporting charities at this time of year and 2020 is no different.
Read More‘People Power’ – Mark Flanagan shares his values with the Irish Building Magazine
Mark Flanagan Kirby Group Managing Director, shares his views with the Irish Building Magazine on the power of people and why he believes being values-driven is the key to sustainable growth and caring about and investing in people are paramount.
Read MoreThe former Ireland Rugby International, Fergus McFadden, joins the Kirby Team
Kirby Group Engineering is proud to announce a new addition to its team. Fergus McFadden, the former Ireland Rugby International joins the firm as a Business Development Executive, a role in which he will play a key part in the area of relationship management, which is a core part of Kirby’s vision.
Read MoreKirby doubles apprentice intake
Limerick-based engineering group Kirby has doubled its apprentice intake this year.
Kirby Group Engineering, which also has offices in Dublin, Cork, Galway and London, has taken in 80 apprentices for its 4 year programme in 2020, making it one of the largest apprentice recruiters in the country.
Read MoreKirby is an official sponsor of CIF Construction Safety Week 2020
Kirby is delighted to be an official sponsor of this year’s CIF Construction Safety Week which takes place from Monday, 19th October to Friday, 23rd October.
Read MoreKirby completes three ‘DIY SOS: The Big Build’ projects, which airs on 18th Oct at 6.30pm on RTE One
Kirby have just completed a third ‘DIY SOS: The Big Build’ Project. For this project, Kirby helped to deliver a dream home for the Guihen family in Leixlip.
Originally a BBC Format running for almost 20 years in the UK, this is the first time the show is coming to Ireland and Kirby are so excited to be a part of it.
‘Defining a business by its people’ – An interview with Mark Flanagan
Mark, Flanagan Kirby Group Managing Director, spoke to the CIF Construction Magazine about the importance of fostering a working environment where people can achieve their full career potential.
Read MoreKirby install Defibrillator Station in Oranmore
Kirby Group Engineering, in conjunction with Zimmer Biomet, Oranmore CFR, the National Ambulance Service and An Garda Síochana, have installed a defibrillator station in Oranmore village.
Read MoreKirby nominated as a finalist for global AEC Excellence Awards 2020
Kirby has been nominated as a finalist for Autodesk’s prestigious AEC Excellence Awards 2020.
This is the first year Kirby has submitted an entry, which makes inclusion on the list of finalists an even greater honour.
Read MoreKirby employees complete 22,000km as part of a three-week ‘Kirby Steps Challenge’
Kirby employees complete 22,000km as part of a three-week ‘Kirby Steps Challenge’
Read MoreKirby employees raise €40,000 for the Irish Cancer Society
Kirby employees raise €40,000 for the Irish Cancer Society
Read MoreKirby receives fourth consecutive International Safety Award
Kirby receives fourth consecutive International Safety Award
Read MoreKirby sponsors students as part of the Leaders@LIT Student Scholarship Programme
Kirby sponsors students as part of the Leaders@LIT Student Scholarship Programme
Read MoreKirby employees raise over €5,000 for charity
Kirby employees raise over €5,000 for charity
Read MoreKirby employees go from Sea2Summit and raise €16,000 for charity
Kirby employees go from Sea2Summit and raise €16,000 for charity
Read MoreKirby supports ReSurge Africa’s life-changing work with €12,000 donation
Kirby supports ReSurge Africa’s life-changing work with €12,000 donation
Read MoreKirby is a ‘Christmas Angel’ to Society of St. Vincent de Paul following €12,000 donation
Kirby is a ‘Christmas Angel’ to Society of St. Vincent de Paul following €12,000 donation
Read MoreKirby is an official partner of CIF Construction Safety Week 2019
Kirby is an official partner of CIF Construction Safety Week 2019
Read MoreKirby receives RoSPA President’s Award for 10 Consecutive Gold Awards
Kirby receives RoSPA President’s Award for 10 Consecutive Gold Awards
Read MoreKirby to take part in upcoming RTÉ series ‘DIY SOS: The Big Build’
Kirby to take part in upcoming RTÉ series ‘DIY SOS: The Big Build’
Read MoreKirby Graduate Programme open for applications
Kirby Graduate Programme open for applications
Read MoreKirby receives RoSPA President’s Award for health and safety practices
Kirby receives RoSPA Presidents Award for health and safety practices
Read MoreJimmy Kirby, Group Managing Director talks to Data Economy
Jimmy Kirby, Group Managing Director talks to Data Economy
Read MoreKirby proudly supports All for One AbbVie Cycle 2019
Kirby proudly supports All for One AbbVie Cycle 2019
Read MoreJimmy Kirby featured in ‘Leaders in Construction’ interview
Jimmy Kirby featured in ‘Leaders in Construction’ interview
Read MoreKirby receives International Safety Award from British Safety Council
Kirby receives International Safety Award from British Safety Council
Read MoreEfficiency and skills: Kirby’s view on construction sector challenges in 2019
Efficiency and skills: Kirby’s view on construction sector challenges in 2019
Read MoreKirby builds executive leadership capability for the future
Kirby builds executive leadership capability for the future
Read MoreKirby helps to grant children’s wishes with €10,500 donation to Make-A-Wish ® Ireland
Kirby helps to grant childrens wishes with 10,500 donation to Make-A-Wish ® Ireland
Read MoreKirby supports Focus Ireland this Christmas with €10,500 donation
Kirby supports Focus Ireland this Christmas with €10,500 donation
Read MoreKirby shortlisted for Best Social Enterprise Award
Kirby shortlisted for Best Social Enterprise Award
Read MoreKirby wins Q Mark Construction Services Group of the Year
Kirby wins Q Mark Construction Services Group of the Year
Read MoreKirby awarded 9th consecutive RoSPA Gold Medal
Kirby awarded 9th consecutive RoSPA Gold Medal
Read MoreKirby Shortlisted for Prestigious Investors In People Awards 2018
Kirby Shortlisted for Prestigious Investors In People Awards 2018
Read MoreKirby Leading the Way: An Extraordinary Apprenticeship Programme that develops Extraordinary Site Talent
Kirby Leading the Way: An Extraordinary Apprenticeship Programme that develops Extraordinary Site Talent
Read MoreKirby rolls out Site Supervisor Safety Programme
Kirby rolls out Site Supervisor Safety Programme
Read MoreKirby Joins Host in Ireland as a Partner for 2018
Kirby Joins Host in Ireland as a Partner for 2018
Read MoreKirby apprentice awarded Department of Education and Skills Medal
Kirby apprentice awarded Department of Education and Skills Medal
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