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Cillian O'Brien

Cork city,Ireland

Summary

Graduating in 2026 with 6 Months work experience completed in the United States & extensive expertise in RICS standards, contractual understanding, and procurement processes. Demonstrates adeptness in BIM software utilisation and estimating software familiarity, ensuring precise quantity take-offs calculations and effective project co-ordination. Skilled in budgeting control and tendering procedures, with a strong commitment to sustainable construction principles. Early Career goals include RICS certification, work towards project lead role & be recognised within an organisation for delivering projects on time and within budget.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Quantity Surveyor Intern

Soben Construction Consultancy LLC
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
03.2025 - 08.2025

Gained hands-on experience overseeing shutdown procedures for a multi-billion-dollar AI Data Centre in Charlotte, North Carolina. Coordinated contractor payments to ensure timely compensation for completed works and managed the demobilisation process, including the organisation of temporary storage for uninstalled materials and equipment. Negotiated loss-of-profit agreements with the main contractor despite the absence of a contractual clause, helping the client avoid potential legal disputes that could have impacted their reputation.

Upon completion of the Charlotte project, Soben assigned me to a new Ozempic production facility under construction in Raleigh, North Carolina. There, I supported the project team in reviewing monthly pay applications and change orders. Over a 4.5-month period, I earned the trust of senior colleagues and was entrusted with cost control responsibilities for a standalone building, approved directly by the client. This role involved regular meetings with the project controls team and contractors to identify and address current and upcoming project issues.

During this assignment, I enhanced my technical proficiency in key project management and documentation platforms including Bluebeam, Procore, Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, Teams, and Outlook.

Separately, I also supported Soben’s managing directors by preparing earthwork and wildlife reports for development sites across the United States. These reports were used to assess planning approval criteria and compliance at county and state levels.



Store Supervisor

O'Briens Service Station Costcutter
Bishopstown, Cork
06.2020 - 03.2025
  • Ensured adherence to company policies, resulting in a well-regulated working environment.
  • Maintained cleanliness standards throughout the store, promoting a pleasant shopping experience.
  • Completed administrative tasks promptly contributing to efficient store operations.
  • Enforced health and safety standards resulting in a safe workplace.
  • Fire Safety Certification
  • Handled customer enquiries with professionalism leading to enhanced client relations.
  • Improved store layout by regularly reorganising merchandise and display areas.
  • Trained new employees, leading to competent store personnel.

Front of house team member

Montclair Golf Course
Montclair, New Jersey, United States
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Balanced the needs of multiple tables whilst maintaining top-quality customer service.
  • Delivered consistent professional service whilst handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Coordinated seating arrangements for efficient restaurant management.
  • Contributed to team success by maintaining cleanliness and organisation in work areas.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Quantity Surveying

Munster Technological University
Cork
09.2022 - 08.2026

Leaving Certificate Honours - Secondary Level Education

Christian Brothers College
Cork, County Cork
09.2016 - 07.2022

Skills

  • RICS standards familiarity
  • Contractual understanding
  • Procurement process knowledge
  • BIM software utilisation
  • Estimating software familiarity
  • Project co-ordination
  • Budgeting control
  • Sustainable construction principles
  • Quantity take-offs calculations
  • Tendering procedures
  • Procurement route selection

Affiliations

  • Gaelic Football & Hurling

Certification

First Aid Certification,

Fire Safety Certification,

Leaving Certificate

Timeline

Quantity Surveyor Intern

Soben Construction Consultancy LLC
03.2025 - 08.2025

Front of house team member

Montclair Golf Course
06.2024 - 09.2024

Bachelor of Science - Quantity Surveying

Munster Technological University
09.2022 - 08.2026

Store Supervisor

O'Briens Service Station Costcutter
06.2020 - 03.2025

Leaving Certificate Honours - Secondary Level Education

Christian Brothers College
09.2016 - 07.2022
Cillian O'Brien