Office of Public Works

Experience unforgettable summer days out at OPW heritage sites

Whether you are looking for a fun family day out, a jam-packed itinerary of activities, or a quiet moment of contemplation surrounded by art and nature, OPW heritage sites have something for everyone

Uncover Art for the Heart at ‘Doneraile Art Festival’ (26-29 June 2025)

Doneraile Art Festival offers a fun filled programme of workshops, demonstrations, music and art for all ages

Minister Moran attends the official reopening of Coachford Garda Station

The refurbishment of Coachford Garda Station is one of many projects being delivered under a comprehensive programme to modernise Garda buildings

Discover the Enchanting Fairy Door Trail at Charles Fort Military Fortress, Co. Cork this Summer!

Visitors can explore the enchanting Fairy Door Trail daily from 10am to 5pm

Consultations

Brosna Drainage Scheme Belmont Weir Repair Works 27 June 2025

Boyne Arterial Drainage Scheme Bank Protection and Bridge Repair Works 26 June 2025

Proposed Flood Defence Embankment Protection Works Feale Catchment Drainage Scheme 3 June 2025

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General Publications

Published Volumes 22 May 2025

Internal Audit Report - Capital Expenditure Review 15 May 2025

New Minister Brief 2025 24 February 2025

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Press Releases

Minister Kevin Moran announces additional funding approval for Minor Flood Mitigation Works and Coastal Protection for Callan, Co. Kilkenny 3 July 2025

Discover the Beauty of Ceramic Art at the National Botanic Gardens, Dublin 2 July 2025

Experience unforgettable summer days out at OPW heritage sites 27 June 2025

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Policies

Built Heritage

Flood Risk Management

Estate Management

Services

Apply for Building Contractor Approval

Application Form for the Consultants Direct Invitation List

Government Publications

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Ministers

Kevin 'Boxer' Moran

Minister of State with responsibility for the Office of Public Works

Senior management

John Conlon

Chairman

Robert Mooney (Commissioner)

Head of Planning and Climate Adaptation

Jim Casey

Head of Flood Risk Management

Rosemary Collier

Head of Heritage Services and Capital Works Delivery

Cathleen Morrison

Head of Estate Management

Kathryn Whyte

Head of Corporate Services

Conor Sreenan

State/Principal Architect

About

The Office of Public Works' (OPW) mission is to use experience and expertise to fulfil its role and responsibilities with effective, sustainable and innovative services to the public and to its clients with competence, dedication, professionalism and integrity.