Our Project Managers are Engineers First At ORS, the majority of our Project Managers (PMs) come from an engineering background, bringing technical expertise and practical experience to every project. This foundation allows them to grasp the complexities of each project, facilitating informed decision-making and seamless communication with consultants and design teams. We prioritise professional development,
ORS is one of the leading multidisciplinary building consultancies in Ireland. We pride ourselves on three pillars that set us apart: Our People, Client Relationships, and Multidisciplinary Service. Our multidisciplinary approach uniquely includes civil and structural engineering, project management, infrastructure, health and safety, building surveying, assigned certifier, fire safety, energy management, and environmental services. No
The Strategic Housing Development The Strategic Housing Development (SHD) process was first introduced in 2016 and was set up to fast-track residential units. SHD application processes were submitted directly to An Board Pleanála for consideration as opposed to the relevant local authority. This process was envisaged to provide swifter procedure in getting large scale planning
The Importance of a Project Manager The expansion and growth of the construction industry in Ireland over the past few years has led to the increased demand for competent project managers to ensure that projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the required specifications. The project manager is also responsible for managing
Introduction When designing and constructing multi-storey residential or commercial buildings, ground-floor retail units are sometimes an afterthought. This is predominantly due to uses of the upper floors taking precedence from a design, financial and size point of view e.g. residential and office space. Tenants will typically conduct feasibility reviews of several potential units at
The Project Scope The project scope is a core part of project planning, and it is the base to achieve the overall project’s success by determining and documenting a list of specific project goals, deliverables, tasks, costs and deadlines. It explains the boundaries of the project, establishes responsibilities for each team member and sets up
Services provided: Project management, employer representative, design engineer, and PSDP. Asset: Our client’s greenfield site was due to be sold for future development in a thriving business park in Cork. The 7-acre site (approx), offered considerable potential to prospective buyers. Japanese Knotweed Japanese Knotweed has the potential to lead to an offence under the European
ORS is currently working with Meath County Council to inspect 1,200 rented properties. The properties are being inspected to ensure compliance with The Minimum Standards in Rented Accommodation 2017 guidelines (S.I 17/2017). The key inspection areas include: Structural condition Fire safety Ventilation Gas, oil and electrical installations Heating facilities In relation to rental accommodation, typical inspections on behalf of County Councils and private landlords include conditions surveys in three specific areas: Window restrictors: Where a window
Feasibility Studies All projects simply begin as an idea. An “idea” is a rough notion in our head about something we like or want to do. As an idea is developed, it goes through a fine-tuning process which results in a final form known as a “concept”. Many concepts will never be developed, while some