Niall Oconnell

Background

About Niall Oconnell

With 25+ years of experience in the Irish construction sector, I’ve worked across a range of technical and commercial roles — from fasteners to insulation systems, fire protection and facades. I've navigated the industry as a manufacturer, contractor and distributor. My current focus is on helping Tennants Building Products develop a strong portfolio of materials for the Insulation and Facades market. I'm interested in how product performance and commercial offering dovetail with local regulatory frameworks and market needs. I enjoy being part of an organisation that connects manufacturers with customers, and I love seeing how it all comes together on-site. Over the years, I’ve developed a strong interest in how UK and European manufacturers can best position themselves for the Irish Market and reach stakeholders with locally-informed content and business practices. I stay close to industry changes around Building Regulations (TGD), certification, fire strategy, and best practice in technical content. Always open to knowledge-sharing and connecting with those working at the interface of product, regulation, and commercial reality.