Kieran OGrady
King's Lynn
Summary
Diligent estimator with eight years of practical experience and dedicated work ethic. Self-motivated to consistently provide first-class results in line with stringent targets and deadlines.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Estimator
Ashco Building and Maintenance
Ely , Cambridgeshire
09.2025 - Current
- Analysed project specifications and drawings to accurately estimate costs, materials, and labour required.
- Supported domestic and commercial development through engagement with diverse projects, ensuring alignment with client needs.
- Interacted with prestigious clients to ensure satisfaction and project alignment.
- Experience with school and college renovations internally and externally, NHS refurbishments, the Grand Arcade shopping centre refurbishment works, multi house domestic developments, large scale domestic refurbishments, large and small scale council developments and many more.
- Tendering for works across various NHS and council portals.
- Developed detailed project budgets, incorporating all relevant costs to aid in financial planning.
- Coordinated with design teams to suggest cost-effective alternatives without compromising quality.
- Evaluated subcontractor proposals, ensuring compliance with project specifications and budget constraints.
- Analysed historical project data to enhance future estimation accuracy and streamline processes.
- Managed multiple estimation projects simultaneously, prioritising tasks to meet tight deadlines.
- Supported project managers with cost management advice throughout project lifecycles.
- Adapted to rapidly changing project requirements, adjusting estimates to reflect scope alterations.
- Delivered detailed estimation reports to senior management, enabling informed decision-making and aligning strategies with project goals.
- Provided post-bid analysis, offering insights into bid performance and areas for improvement.
- Updated customers and managed project statuses by communicating with builders and contractors on various projects.
Quotations and Estimates
Bespoke Construction Group
King's Lynn, Norfolk
08.2018 - 09.2026
- Analysed project specifications and drawings to accurately estimate costs, materials, and labour required.
- Developed detailed project budgets, incorporating all relevant costs to aid in financial planning.
- Facilitated preparation of tender documents, encompassing bill of quantities and technical specifications, for project bids.
- Reviewed tender documents, identifying key risks and opportunities to inform bidding strategies.
- Evaluated subcontractor proposals, ensuring compliance with project specifications and budget constraints.
- Collaborated with team members to guarantee accurate and efficient costing of variations to contracted works.
- Conducted post-bid analysis to identify bid performance trends and recommend actionable improvements.
- Managed multiple estimation projects simultaneously, prioritising tasks to meet tight deadlines.
- Conducted site visits to assess potential challenges and refine cost estimates accordingly.
- Coordinated with design teams to suggest cost-effective alternatives without compromising quality.
- Analysed historical project data to enhance accuracy of future estimates and streamline estimation processes.
- Compiled comprehensive bid packages that emphasised key strengths and competitive differentiators.
- Collaborated with contractors and suppliers to negotiate the best prices and secure high-quality resources.
- Registered projects, estimates and bids to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Adapted to rapidly changing project requirements, adjusting estimates to reflect scope alterations.
- Assessed buildings and grounds to prepare estimates for restoration work.
- Consistently followed up with customers to determine satisfaction levels.
Injection Moulding Setter
Bespak
King's Lynn, Norfolk
07.2015 - 08.2018
- Set up moulding equipment and machinery to pre-defined requirements ahead of production processes for accurate output.
- Troubleshot moulding faults and issues, quickly identifying root causes and implementing repair solutions.
- Monitored machine parameters and adjusted settings to maintain product quality and consistency.
- Operated injection moulding equipment safely and responsibly, producing accurate, quality goods within deadlines.
- Produced goods efficiently in time-pressured environments, achieving completion and dispatch targets.
- Collaborated with quality assurance team to uphold stringent quality control standards for all moulded parts.
- Recorded daily production output, machine downtimes, and maintenance activities to support operational efficiency.
- Reset and changed tooling to maintain reliable, functional equipment, achieving correct moulding outcomes.
- Repaired and serviced machinery to maintain good working order, limiting equipment downtime.
- Oversaw raw material inventory, securing sufficient supply to maintain continuous production flow.
- Trained new operators in machine operation, safety protocols, and maintenance procedures, improving overall team capability.
- Utilised problem-solving skills to address production challenges and minimise impact on delivery timelines.
- Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures for new injection moulding projects.
Education
GCSEs - School
Smithdon High School
Hunstanton2007
Skills
- Cost estimation
- Budget analysis
- Tender preparation
- Cost modelling
- Project planning
- Post-bid evaluation
- Continuous improvement
- Project management
- High value client management
- Negotiation skills
- Client relationship management
- Communication skills
Custom
- Golfing
- Football
- Tennis
- Greek islands
- Live music
Timeline
Lead Estimator
Ashco Building and Maintenance
09.2025 - Current
Quotations and Estimates
Bespoke Construction Group
08.2018 - 09.2026
Injection Moulding Setter
Bespak
07.2015 - 08.2018
GCSEs - School
Smithdon High School