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Manjula Jayashantha
Glen Waverley,VIC
Work Preference
Summary
Innovative construction professional experienced in site management, project coordination, and quality assurance. Proficient in overseeing roofing installations and advanced structural projects, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and achieving exceptional results under tight deadlines.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certificate
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Roof Tiler
Portervac Roofing
Mulgrave, Victoria
09.2023 - Current
- Sealed ridges and hips on pitched roofs with cement mortar mix or mastic sealant to prevent water penetration.
- Installed roofing materials on residential and commercial buildings.
- Installed flashings around chimneys, vents, skylights and other areas requiring waterproofing protection.
- Inspected roofs for damage and assessed repair needs.
- Maintained safe working conditions at all times by adhering to safety protocols.
- Worked regularly at advanced heights and followed all OSHA safety protocols and procedures for fall prevention.
Site Manager
Maga Engineering Pvt Ltd
Kurunegala, Sri Lanka
02.2018 - 07.2022
- Managed and monitored post-tension activities for precast girders, box girders, and viaducts, ensuring smooth QA/QC processes through coordination with staff, consultants, and sub-contractors.
- Coordinated site work and logistics to consistently deliver on-time, quality projects.
- Tracked progress of construction operations, tools inventory, and materials usage to maintain project timelines and resource efficiency.
- Oversaw procurement and distribution of materials for construction projects., logistics and vendors for construction projects.
- Conducted performance evaluations of field staff to ensure compliance with standardized expectations and requirements.
- Coordinated and inspected several bridges post tension girder systems (Animal crossing, simply supported, Continuous and overpass Bridges).
Site Engineer
China Harbour Engineering
Hambanthota, Sri Lanka
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Supervised and monitored all bearing types, including fixed and padded bearings, ensuring quality control for post tension materials and equipment.
- Managed and directed construction, operations and maintenance activities at project sites.
- Monitored Precast Beam Casting, Post tension, Grouting, Lifting and Transporting (35 m to 20 m long & 2 m height). Handled Precast Beam Placing, Diaphragm wall and Deck Slab Concreting with Parapet Wall.
- Coordinated excavation work and supervised activities to ensure adherence to safety standards and meet project progress targets.
- Inspected rebar and formwork for compliance with design specifications and safety standards, identifying installation quality and code compliance issues in previous placements.
- Arranged concrete pours by coordinating with contractors to minimize delays and avoid waste.
Site Engineer
Taisei Engineering
Colombo, Sri Lanka
05.2014 - 08.2015
- Inspected construction sites for compliance with safety and quality standards, ensuring structural integrity during beam transportation, bearing pad installation, and launching and erection.
- Supervised construction of viaduct diaphragm wall and deck slab concreting with parapet wall, maintaining quality standards through regular site inspections and quality assurance.
- Coordinated with other engineers, contractors, subcontractors, inspectors, suppliers, and owners in order to ensure timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
- Prepared daily site reports for supervisor detailing activities and conditions, facilitating informed decision-making on site progress.
Safety Engineer
China Machinery Import & Export Company(China)
Colombo, Sri Lanka
10.2013 - 05.2014
- Conducted high quality and detailed risk assessment for new manufacturing equipment and facilities.
- Evaluated ongoing safety program effectiveness to ensure adherence to industry standards and improve safety protocols.
- Identified root causes of safety issues and recommended preventive measures to mitigate future risks.
- Provided reviews and assessments of system hazard analyses, anomalies and compliance with industry standards.
- Generated, reviewed and analyzed systems safety risks and risk mitigation plans.
- Developed and reviewed systems safety management plans to enhance compliance and operational safety.
Engineering Assistant
Thudawe Brothers Engineering
Passikudah, Sri Lanka
08.2012 - 10.2013
- Supervised super structure and sub structure of building work; conducted site inspections of structural works and prepared reinforcement bar schedules to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Supervised landscaping, storm water drainage systems, internal road construction, leak repairs, waterproofing, and interior and exterior finishing works to maintain project quality and timelines.
- Monitored all site works to ensure safety and quality standards were met.
- Resolved site issues through effective communication with team members and stakeholders, while maintaining progress and managing databases related to civil works.
Education
Higher National Diploma In Engineering - Road,Building,Water Retaining Structure
Srilanka Advanced technological Institute.
Colombo, Western, Sri Lanka12-2012
Skills
- Roof Maintenance
- Waterproofing Inspections
- Site Inspection
- Quality Assurance
- Reading Construction Drawings
- Safety Management(WHS)
- Site Management
- Project Coordination
- Construction Coordination
- Reporting & Documentation
- Team Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Communication Skills
Affiliations
- Sri Lanka Engineering Council, 2020-present
- Institute of Incorporated Engineering Council, 2015-Present
Additional Information
- Completed Leadership Training - Sri Lanka Lion Club.
- Completed Heavy Lifting Crane Safety program - Construction Industry Development Sri Lanka Authority.
- Completed Emergency First Aid Responder Program - FAST.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Auto CAD.
- Certified in First Aid, 01/01/23.
Languages
English
Professional
Sinhalese
Full Professional
Certification
- White Card
- Working with Children
- Working at Height
- Australian Driving License
- Member of Engineering Council Sri Lanka
- Member of Institution of Incorporated Engineers Sri Lanka
- NVQ 4 completed in Plumbing Sri Lanka
Timeline
Roof Tiler
Portervac Roofing
09.2023 - Current
Site Manager
Maga Engineering Pvt Ltd
02.2018 - 07.2022
Site Engineer
China Harbour Engineering
02.2016 - 02.2018
Site Engineer
Taisei Engineering
05.2014 - 08.2015
Safety Engineer
China Machinery Import & Export Company(China)
10.2013 - 05.2014
Engineering Assistant
Thudawe Brothers Engineering
08.2012 - 10.2013
Higher National Diploma In Engineering - Road,Building,Water Retaining Structure
Srilanka Advanced technological Institute.