About Us
Ashbrook is committed to delivering exceptional, cost effective, remote construction cost management services
Remote and Tailored Services.
Any Size. Any Type. Any Sector. Any Location.
Seamless Integration with Your Team.
Directors:
Michael Rowland
Managing Director, Quantity Surveyor, Construction Manager.
Michael has over 30 years in the construction industry in the UK and New Zealand. He started as a carpenter and wooden boat builder. Owning his own business in manufacturing. Later, Quantity Surveying and Project/Commercial Management.
Micheal has been involved with warranties and defects, earthquake repairs, new builds, renovations, commercial, residential, mass residential housing developments, hospitality, civil and infrastructure. Michael has great leadership skills including managing a team through various projects from concept to completion. Michael gains an excellent understanding of each project scope and the roles and responsibilities of the teams involved.
He acknowledges the strengths and weaknesses of others and acts accordingly. He keeps the projects organised, with regular updates. Identifying risks and challenges in advance ensuring a more effective project outcome.
Kylie Rowland
Director of Development
Kylie has an eye for detail and has gained a good knowledge of construction methodologies and materials. She is a keen researcher with an academic background. Keeping fully informed so as to advise and provide options to stakeholders, colleagues and clients alike. Her goal is to keep things simple and concise. Sharing ideas, opinions and options. She comprehends the importance of adhering to policies, Acts, Standards and Codes. She is interested in pursuing sustainability and broader outcomes.
Previously in the care industry. She has excellent communication skills. Demonstrating active listening, diplomacy, empathy and trust. Understanding respect, privacy and confidentiality. Kylie is approachable and open minded.
Project History:
- Commercial and residential
- New Builds
- Renovations
- Mass residential housing developments
- Hospitality
- Warranties and defects
- Earthquake and flood repairs
- Civil and Infrastructure
Why Ashbrook
- 40+ years in the construction industry
- Qualified and Experienced
- Experts in construction
- Remote, Tailored Cost Management
- ‘On the tools’ experience
- Eye for detail
- Keeping things simple
- Flexibility and Peace of Mind
- Fast Turnaround
- Specified Services at a Fixed Fee
What we can provide but not limited to:
Feasibility Studies and Buildability
Legislation Adherence
Accurate estimating and cost planning
Detailed breakdowns, Scope of Works, Take Offs
Full Tenders, Trade Summaries
Contract Negotiations
Contract Administration
Cost Analysis and Cash Flow Forecasts
Resource Management
Exceptional Industry Knowledge
Innovative problem solving and methodologies
Value Proposition
- Ensuring successful project outcomes from conception to completion
- Tailored, impartial, external source to gain clarity and understanding of the true cost, logistics, value, risk and quality of any project
- Following project timelines, milestones and KPIs.
- Our mission is to be professional, reliable, and cost effective
- Project by project. Specialised ServiceReducing time consuming activities for our clients
- Maximising project outcomes. Minimising costs. Minimising risk.
- Reducing over heads, workload, stress, burnout
- Increasing capacity and capability
- Ensuring legal and quality benchmarks
- Open, clear, concise, easily understandable communication
- Integrity, transparency, simplicity and reliability
Observing privacy and confidentiality.
Our Remote and Tailored Services:
- We provide professional cost management services internationally, supporting residential, commercial, and development projects
- Our flexible and timely approach combines tailored consultancy with remote delivery. Focusing on strong cost control, and full visibility over your construction budget
- Any size, any stage of construction. Wherever your project is located
- Adjusted in relation to the relevant legislation Adjusted to local material and labour costs, product availability, rural vs city
- Our remote-first model allows us to deliver fast, cost-effective consultancy internationally supported by clear communication, transparency, and consistent reporting
- Through clear communication, digital tools, and ongoing reporting, we stay closely connected to your project—providing timely advice, strong cost control, and efficient delivery
- Ongoing financial monitoring without the delays and expense of traditional site-based services.
- We tailor our cost management services to suit your project’s size, complexity, scope and stage—ensuring you receive the right level of support at the right time
- Our involvement is scaled to deliver the right level of support where it adds the most value
- By aligning our services to your specific needs, we help you reduce cost overruns, improve project outcomes, and maintain full visibility over your construction budget.
- Make informed decisions throughout the project lifecycle
- Collaborative, Impartial, Cost Effective, Professional, Timely, Services to Suit your Needs
- Our flexible, remote approach allows us to deliver timely, practical input that strengthens cost control without compromising design intent
- Maximising returns and minimising financial risk on every development
