STRATA TO DOUBLE ITS WORKFORCE AS PART OF INTERNATIONAL EXPANSION PLAN
Dublin based digital construction services and project controls services provider , Strata , today announced that it will double its workforce , creating up to 40 additional jobs over the next three years . The majority of the new jobs will be based in Ireland and are spread across construction scheduling and planning management , 4D / 5D digital services , BIM management , sustainability , data analytics , and forensic delay analysis .
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Founded in 2016 by Enda Grimes , Strata has grown to serve over 60 clients in 15 countries , with significant growth delivered in the Life Sciences , Data Centre , Energy and Infrastructure sectors . In addition to its headquarters in Ireland , the company also operates offices in the United Kingdom and Brazil .
The company partners with global clients on complex and challenging construction projects , including over twenty-five mission critical constructs .
Given the complexity of large construction projects , delays and project overruns are a frequent and costly occurrence . Strata saw a gap in the market for an independent specialist construction planning service , delivered by engineers with practical construction knowledge as well as high proficiency in the specialist scheduling techniques . When founded , Strata initially focused on construction project planning and control services . While this service remains at the core of their offering today , the company has since expanded its services to include Virtual Design and Construction services , providing tailored , highquality 3D , 4D and 5D animations ; Construction data analytics , analyzing and interpreting data to enhance project outcomes and ; Forensic delay analysis , encompassing comprehensive research , substantiation , and negotiation of time-related claims .
Speaking at the announcement , Minister for Enterprise , Trade and Employment , Simon Coveney TD said ; “ Enterprise Ireland ’ s Build to Innovate initiative is one of the actions we are taking under the Government ’ s ‘ Housing for All ’ plan to drive innovation , productivity and structural change in the construction sector . Irish companies like Strata are critical for this , helping a cross sector of companies to develop competitive advantage in their construction planning processes by using cutting edge products and services that are better performing , more efficient , more environmentally sustainable , and more effective for their customers . I would like to congratulate the company on their expansion and look forward to learning about their success and progress in the future ”.
Kevin Sherry , Executive Director , Enterprise Ireland said : “ Enterprise Ireland ’ s mission is to partner with innovative Irish businesses with the drive and ambition to scale internationally . Strata is an Irish company that continues to play an important role in driving the construction sector forward on the digital transformation journey . Today ’ s announcement of further job growth is significant , and we welcome the steps the company is taking to further enhance the use of innovation and digital technologies within the sector to drive a low-carbon , resourceefficient economy of the future . Enterprise Ireland is delighted to support the company , helping them to grow further and expand their reach , strengthening their customer base internationally .”
Regarding today ’ s announcement , CEO Enda Grimes stated “ We are delighted to share the details of our growth ambition and announce these new roles . We are experiencing high growth , which is increasing demand across all of our services . The construction sector is undergoing a significant transformation , embracing innovative technology and environmental responsibility . Strata is thrilled to be part of this journey and our aim is to accelerate our contribution to the efficient and environmentally conscious delivery of large construction projects .”