Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) is a term used to describe alternative methods of construction from the traditional. It has an important role to play in helping to achieve the government’s Housing for All strategy as part of Project Ireland 2040 when the population is forecast to increase by one million.
MMC involves sustainable and innovative approaches to construction such as manufacturing modular units in a factory for assembly on site. These 2D flat pack and 3D modular housing units can be customised using building information modelling (BIM) technology. Read about some of the most impressive BIM projects globally. If you are interested in construction and technology, new technologies such as drones, robotics and 3D printed houses make it an exciting time to join this sector.
With a housing crisis in many countries there is a need to deliver high quality homes more quickly. It is forecast that MMC will transform construction projects over the next ten years. The many benefits of MMC include faster delivery of more affordable, high quality, sustainable housing, reduced waste and improved safety. You may prefer to work in an indoor factory environment, rather than on a building site, avoiding downtime in inclement weather. Read more about MMC here and MMC Ireland which represents, develops and promotes this expanding sector.
Career Paths
A career in the construction sector usually requires an apprenticeship or degree level qualification in related fields such as construction, civil engineering or architecture.
There is a labour shortage in MMC and a recognised need for more skilled workers. Competencies found in construction, manufacturing and supply chain management are required. There are opportunities for industry professionals to upskill or transfer from other sectors. Professional, managerial, technical, designers, engineers, project managers and non-manual construction workers will all be required to meet the demands of this sector which offers attractive career opportunities. An example of some of the courses available are industry4skillnet and SOLAS.