PJ Hegarty & Sons has announced the appointment of Maurice Killeen as operations director for its southern region, with John Gavigan and Seamus Sheahan taking up roles as regional directors for the eastern region.
In his 30-plus years of experience since joining PJ Hegarty & Sons in 1993 as a graduate civil engineer, Maurice Killeen has worked across a wide range of sectors within the industry, particularly on large civil, industrial, pharmaceutical, and commercial projects. His proactive and structured approach to complex and challenging projects has contributed to a consistent track record of delivery for our clients and led to his appointment as a regional director in 2015 and main board director in 2022 before taking up the post of operations director for the southern region in 2024.
John Gavigan joined PJ Hegarty in 1996 and has consistently demonstrated exceptional skill and leadership. Recognised with awards from CIOB and ICI, he advanced to contracts manager and was named regional director in 2023. His diverse project portfolio, including notable undertakings such as 10 Molesworth Street, Zoetis, and Tropical Fruit Warehouse, showcases his versatile and dynamic approach to construction management.
With over 28 years of industry experience, Seamus Sheahan joined PJ Hegarty as a project director in 2022. His expertise and wide-ranging industry knowledge span various sectors, from residential to microchip technology. His appointment as a regional director in 2023 is a testament to his ability to manage large and complex projects, further strengthening PJ Hegarty’s leadership in the eastern region.
These appointments reflect PJ Hegarty’s commitment to excellence and belief in nurturing talent from within. Maurice Killeen, John Gavigan and Seamus Sheahan are set to play pivotal roles in PJ Hegarty’s ongoing success.