McGee presently COO of Ireland will continue to lead Sisk’s Irish business as well as taking on leadership of Sisk’s operations in construction, civil engineering and rail across the UK.

He replaces Ajaz Shafi at the UK business who has left to pursue an opportunity in the Middle East and will report to group CEO Paul Brown.

Sisk CEO Brown said: “Since Steven has come into the business last year, he has been a valuable asset and contributed to a significant change management programme within the Irish business and the successful delivery of some tough legacy projects.

“Rest assured with Steven now active across both Ireland and the UK this will have a positive impact for our Irish and UK customers. I wish Steven every success in his new role.”

Donal McCarthy will remain as COO in Ireland, UK and Europe for Data Centres, Life Sciences and Technology.