Gihan Galahitiya
Loganholme,Australia
Summary
Results-driven professional with expertise in analytical thinking and creative problem-solving. Proven ability to deliver impactful solutions in dynamic environments. Committed to continuous learning and innovation to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Civil Engineer
KN Group Pty Ltd
Brisbane, QLD
07.2023 - Current
- Prepared detailed quantity take-offs and cost assessments for residential sub-development projects, including roads, stormwater drainage, sewer reticulation, and water infrastructure.
- Reviewed civil engineering designs and construction documentation to ensure compliance with relevant standards, specifications, and authority requirements.
- Prepared and coordinated submissions to councils and service authorities, managing the approval process for civil works designs and construction.
- Administered contract processes, including monthly progress claims, variations, and Extension of Time (EOT) assessments in accordance with contract conditions.
- Conducted tender evaluations and contractor negotiations, reviewing Bills of Quantities (BOQs), reconciling quantities and rates, and supporting cost-effective contractor selection.
Civil Engineer - Materials
CMT Labs
Hillcrest, Australia
02.2022 - 06.2023
- Prioritizing the health and safety guidelines before commencing work
- Coordination of laboratory staff workload, training, and time management
- Conducting Laboratory and field testing (mostly Concrete) according to the Australian standards
- Producing clear and concise records and reports
- Effectively communicating with clients
- Any other task associated with the position, as required
Estimator (partime)
AMD Renovation Pty Ltd
Loganholme, Australia
11.2020 - 04.2021
- Estimated quantities and cost of materials, equipment, and labor to determine project feasibility
- Effective communication with clients and the contractor through emails and phone
- Knowledge of Australian standards and work as a responsible team player
- Time management, multitasking and maintain schedule while responding to incidents
Lab Research Assistant
Griffith University
Gold Coast, Australia
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Designed and perform experiments in order to gain information and test scientific processes
- Carried out research according to pre-outlined tasks with minimal supervision
- Evaluated data from the experiments and prepared the final research document
- Knowledge of health and safety standards in the lab and lab storage
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours, IIA) - Civil Engineering
Griffith University
Gold Coast, QLD, Australia01.2019
Diploma of Engineering -
Griffith College
Mount Gravatt, QLD, Australia01.2015
G.C.E. A/L -
Bandaranayake Central College
Veyangoda, Sri Lanka01.2011
G.C.E. O/L -
Asoka College
Colombo 10, Sri Lanka01.2007
Skills
- Mathematics
- Analysis skills
- Project Management
- Team player
- Individual performer
- Effective communication
- Diligence
- Adaptability
- Leadership
- Proficiency in concrete construction
- Structural analysis
- Critical thinking
- Spacegass
- AutoCAD
- Stand 7
- Matlab
- Visum
- Solid works
- PlanSwift
- MS Office
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 10/18/91
- Nationality: Sri Lankan
Languages
- Sinhala
- English, Advanced
- Sinhala, Advanced
Certifications Courses
- CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry, INSCOPE training
- Developing leadership qualities & positive thinking, The ministry of higher education Sri Lanka
- Internet and computing core certification (IC3), Vocational training authority Sri Lanka
Timeline
Civil Engineer
KN Group Pty Ltd
07.2023 - Current
Civil Engineer - Materials
CMT Labs
02.2022 - 06.2023
Estimator (partime)
AMD Renovation Pty Ltd
11.2020 - 04.2021
Lab Research Assistant
Griffith University
02.2019 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours, IIA) - Civil Engineering
Griffith University
Diploma of Engineering -
Griffith College
G.C.E. A/L -
Bandaranayake Central College
G.C.E. O/L -
Asoka College