Highly motivated and results-driven Civil Engineer with over 11 years of experience in designing, constructing and overseeing high-rise, commercial, residential building construction projects, and rural water supply schemes in Sri Lanka. Adept at working collaboratively with teams to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and while maintaining high-quality standards. A dedicated professional with strong expertise in contract management, demonstrating technical proficiency, and excellent problem-solving skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Regional Civil Engineer
People's Bank
, Sri Lanka
10.2017 - 12.2024
Executed new construction, renovations, and extensions across the Head Office and the Colombo North Region.
Prepared designs, specifications, BOQs, calculations, sketches, diagrams, and final plans for civil engineering projects.
Developed project cost estimates and budgets based on material costs, labor costs, and other factors.
Estimated quantities and costs of materials, equipment, or labor to determine project feasibility.
Called tenders and managed the bidders on bidding procedures.
Evaluated tender submissions and recommended contracts for approval by the head of Building Engineering Services.
Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors to obtain the best pricing, and maintain quality standards.
Managed the implementation of approved design plans by monitoring the work progress at job sites.
Verified measurements of completed works to facilitate timely payment recommendations.
Reviewed tender documents and engineers' estimates from project consultants for major projects.
Conducted regular inspections at job sites in order to monitor the quality and safety protocols being followed by contractors.
Coordinated meetings with stakeholders, including contractors, subcontractors, architects, project engineers, and other parties involved in the project.
Managed supplier relationships for obtaining price quotations for materials and equipment.
Communicated with local government authorities and private bodies to verify activity compliance with local standards.
Monitored the construction progress of all the projects, and updated the senior professionals.
Engineering Assistant
Water Supply & Sanitation Improvement Project (WaSSIP)
, Sri Lanka
09.2016 - 09.2017
Performed feasibility study of new community method water supply schemes.
Performed calculations using mathematics, physics, and other scientific principles for designing the water supply schemes.
Prepared feasibility reports and presented them to consultants and the Project Management Unit (PMU) for necessary approvals.
Conducted surveying, levelling, and designing of water treatment units, water transmission, and distribution systems using computer software.
Prepared the necessary sketches and schematic diagrams for presentations.
Prepared BOQs and bidding documents for the approved project proposals.
Prepared and reviewed tender drawings.
Assisted senior engineers in troubleshooting complex issues related to designs.
Performed sanitation facilities within the project allocation of the water supply schemes.
Participated in community awareness programs to elaborate on the necessary technical matters related to water supply projects.
Prepared presentations outlining progress made on current engineering projects.
Prepared and participated in project design reviews.
Participated in the training programs and workshops arranged for young water professionals.
Assistant Civil Engineer
Sanken Construction (PVT) Ltd
, Sri Lanka
03.2013 - 09.2016
Managed various construction activities, including basement, waterproofing, reinforcement, formwork, concreting, and finishing, etc., in high-rise residential and commercial buildings.
Performed material testing and ensured compliance with quality control standards.
Assisted with cost analysis, rate preparation, and project documentation.
Ensured adherence to safety protocols, method statements, and ISO/OHSAS standards.
Attended to material, labor, and machinery allocation for construction activities.
Attended to labor handling and supervision.
Prepared bar schedules for reinforcement deliveries.
Quantified delivery materials and staged storage placement are required for easy access.
Read and interpreted blueprints, completing work to exact specifications.
Monitored work progress at each job site, and consulted with Project Managers and Senior Site Engineers to address problems.
Participated in site meetings, and outlined the work progress and practical site matters.
Monitored construction progress.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Construction Project Management
De Montfort University
Leicester, UK
01.2024
National Diploma in Engineering Sciences (NDES) - Civil Building and Structural Engineering
Institute of Engineering Technology
Katunayake, Sri Lanka
01.2013
Skills
Technical skills
Building construction
Interior design and finishing works
Project management
Contract management
Construction monitoring
Construction management
Tender evaluation
Cost estimation
Risk assessments
Design preparation
Water supply network design work
Site inspection
Technical reporting
Regulatory compliance
Quality control
Computer skills
CAD drafting
2D and 3D modeling
Building Information Modeling (BIM) with Revit
WaterGEMS
QGIS
Microsoft Office Suite
Other skills
Communication and interpersonal skills
Stakeholder coordination
Passion for learning
Enthusiasm and commitment
Organization skills and time management
Analytical skills and attention to detail
Problem solving
Teamwork
Affiliations
Incorporated Engineer, Engineering Council in Sri Lanka (ECSL)
Member, Institution of Incorporated Engineers Sri Lanka (MIIESL)
Member, Institute of Chartered Professional Managers of Sri Lanka (MCPM)
Alumni, De Montfort University, Leicester (DMU FOR LIFE)
Certification
National WHS General Construction Induction Training - Statement of Attainment (SOT) No: 3554382
Personal Information
Driving License Number: B3831937
Date of Birth: 03/16/1988
Gender: Female
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Regional Civil Engineer
People's Bank
10.2017 - 12.2024
Engineering Assistant
Water Supply & Sanitation Improvement Project (WaSSIP)
09.2016 - 09.2017
Assistant Civil Engineer
Sanken Construction (PVT) Ltd
03.2013 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) - Construction Project Management
De Montfort University
National Diploma in Engineering Sciences (NDES) - Civil Building and Structural Engineering