Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Hobbies and Interests
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Jhanik Noel Fonseka

Hawthorn East,Victoria

Summary

Experienced Project Engineer in the demolition/remediation sector seeking a full-time position as a Project Manager or in a similar role. Goal is to gain valuable workforce experience while utilizing strong communication skills, attention to detail, project management abilities, organizational skills, and initiative to establish and maintain stakeholder relationships for mutually beneficial outcomes. With 2 and a half years of proficiency as a Project Engineer, successfully driven over numerous projects to completion. Excels in overseeing technical staff and ensuring projects are executed on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with specifications.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Engineer

Australian Decommissioning Service Pty Ltd
11.2021 - Current
  • Producing tenders and proposals for new projects
  • Compiling HSEQ documentation, producing budget estimates and liaising with clients
  • Initial Project set up in the Vista Management System, in conjunction with the PM on site
  • Ongoing management of Vista including purchase orders, initial invoice reconciliation and cost code allocation
  • Provided technical expertise throughout all phases of the project, ensuring accurate execution of designs and specifications.
  • Maintained records for each project and engineering discipline.
  • Determined and scheduled priorities as required to progress works.
  • Weekly reporting including costs against budget and schedule tracking
  • Prepare monthly claims and invoices ready for review by management
  • Developed detailed project plans to ensure timely completion and deliverables were met.
  • Identified technical risks within managed projects.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration to achieve project goals.
  • Managed budgets effectively for multiple projects, ensuring financial targets were met.
  • Reviewed contractor proposals to determine favourable partnerships for on-time and under-budget project completion.
  • Reviewed progress controls for project quality assurance.
  • Evaluated change order requests in response to out-of-scope work activities.
  • Improved communication among stakeholders through regular updates and meetings.
  • Recommended process improvements to reduce unnecessary waste.
  • Preparing and coordinating contract variations in consultation with the PM
  • Weekly time sheet production (collecting data from sign in register)
  • Waste tracking control, inputting to spreadsheets, scanning & filing/weight dockets
  • Collation of take 5’s, gathering of signed morning pre-starts, toolbox meetings etc
  • Gather and collate daily plant check sheets for Supervisor review
  • Project HSE weekly dashboard production (specific to client requirements) Internal audits and tracking action close outs
  • Coordinate company and visitor inductions (project specific)
  • Review and update company noticeboards to be compliant with AUSDECOM policies and procedures
  • Researching engineering information and intelligence regarding drawings and specs
  • Creating and updating management plans for site
  • General engineering duties as required, (site specific).
  • Trained and mentored junior engineers, providing guidance and direction.
  • Analyzed and interpreted customer requirements to develop engineering solutions.
  • Designed and implemented quality control processes to facilitate customer satisfaction.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to facilitate quality and timely delivery of materials.
  • Presented well-researched proposals to clients, securing new business opportunities for the company.
  • Optimized resource allocation to maximize productivity while adhering to budget constraints.
  • Assisted with cost proposal development and customer presentations.
  • Implemented strict safety protocols on job sites that reduced incidents significantly over time.

Projects managed or been involved in:

  • VIVA Energy Newport - Demolition of above ground structures & Remediation of PFAS and Asbestos Contaminated soil
  • VIVA Energy Newport Gantry Demolition - Demolition of out of service gantry structure
  • Cleanaway Dandenong Demolition Works- Demolition of out of service storage sheds, warehouses and above grounds tanks and equipment
  • Nyrstar Power Plant Demolition - Demolition of redundant power plant building at Nyrstar Port Pirie
  • Wangaratta Service Station - Demolition of redundant service station and remediation of excavated soil
  • EPA Lara - Remediation of above ground contaminated waste stockpiles
  • Armidale Class Patrol boats Demolition - Demolition of out of service Armidale Class Patrol Boats
  • BP Kwinana - Demolition of BP Refinery in Kwinana
  • Kleinfelder UST Removal - Removal of Ungerground Storage Tanks and remediation of soil

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) -

RMIT University
Melbourne, VIC
12.2019

Edexcel London General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level) -

Asian International School
Colombo, Sri Lanka
01.2015

Skills

  • Organizational skills
  • Time Management
  • People management and relationship building
  • Adaptability
  • Project Management
  • Scheduling and Planning
  • Quality Control
  • Project Estimation
  • Cost Management
  • Team Collaboration and Leadership
  • Schedule Management
  • Risk Management
  • Client Relations
  • Subcontracting management
  • Progress Documentation
  • Estimating and Bidding
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Job Material Ordering
  • Productivity Tracking
  • RFI Documentation
  • Environmental awareness
  • Budget Development
  • Vista by Viewpoint (Accounting)
  • Sketchup
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Package

Certification

  • AU Construction White Card
  • VIC Drivers License
  • First Aider

Accomplishments

  • Final year thesis – “The Environmental Footprint of Mining: The Case of Gold” (03/2019–10/2019)
  • Highschool Soccer Captain
  • 3rd Place in Golf Pitch and Putt Masters Tournament
  • Employee Recognition Award for December 2022 at Ausdecom

Hobbies and Interests

  • Health and fitness
  • Golf
  • Soccer
  • Cricket
  • Australian Football
  • Reading
  • Music
  • Bouldering
  • Fishing
  • Hiking

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Project Engineer

Australian Decommissioning Service Pty Ltd
11.2021 - Current

Bachelor of Engineering (Environmental Engineering) -

RMIT University

Edexcel London General Certificate of Education (Ordinary Level) -

Asian International School
Jhanik Noel Fonseka