CitA Skillnet

Network Overview

CitA Skillnet encourages businesses operating in Ireland’s highly competitive construction sector to take full advantage of current and emerging information and communications technologies (ICT). The construction sector is rapidly evolving, and CitA Skillnet's mission is to support architecture, engineering, construction and operations businesses through the provision of innovative ICT upskilling programmes and knowledge sharing initiatives.

Collaborating with industry, the network designs, develops and delivers responsive, bespoke and flexible, subsidised upskilling courses to address the ongoing needs of businesses. CitA Skillnet is promoted by Construction IT Alliance (CitA). Membership of the network is open to private enterprises in the construction sector.

Supports to businesses

• Assist businesses to identify and address current and future skills needs 
• Information regarding successful approaches to learning and talent development 
• Guidance on achieving value for money when investing in learning and development 
• Strategic programmes that enhance business innovation and sectoral competitiveness 
• Flexible training and education programmes customised to the needs of the sector 
• Innovative programme design and development 
• Leadership programmes for business owners and executives 
• Certified and non-certified technical training 
• Training relating to communication, problem-solving and other core skills 
• Advice on gauging the effectiveness of training 
• Access to a network of businesses within the sector 
• Conferences, seminars, and other informal learning and networking events 

"I had previously completed the CitA Skillnet Msc in Construction Informatics. I found the course to be thorough, in-depth and it presented an industry focused view on the implementation of digital technologies to the construction industry. The lecturers and tutors on the course were extremely knowledgeable and delivered their course content well, with a high degree of interaction encouraged."

Ciarán McManus – Mercury Engineering

“Availing of the discounted NFQ level courses at TU Dublin through the CitA Skillnet was a great opportunity to upskill in my profession in a meaningful way. Additionally, participating in the course helps keep you up to date with the latest industry processes and career progression."

Karen Nolan – O’Mahony Pike