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NUWAN SENANYAKE

NUWAN SENANYAKE

Perth,WA

Summary

Experienced Site Manager and Site Engineer specializing in complex construction and engineering projects across Australia ,New Zealand and Singapore. Adept at managing all phases of project life cycles, with a focus on timely delivery, budget management, and quality assurance. Strong background in OSHA compliance and stakeholder collaboration, ensuring adherence to safety standards. Recognized for hands-on leadership and a results-oriented approach to overcoming project challenges.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

SITE MANAGER

PCB Contractor
Lynwood, WA
02.2025 - Current
  • Led safety and compliance initiatives across all projects.
  • Implemented Occupational Health Safety Environment and Quality requirements for project execution.
  • Coordinated PCB direct employees and subcontractors to ensure contractual compliance.
  • Procured subcontractors and materials necessary for project scope completion.
  • Introduced innovative strategies to complete projects ahead of schedule and under budget.
  • Forecasted labor needs in alignment with other ongoing projects.
  • Collaborated with Project Manager and Pre-contracts team on pricing for new and variation works.

CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

Envision Eighty20 Limited
Christchurch
03.2024 - 02.2025
  • Executed initial setup of construction sites to establish operational readiness.
  • Analyzed trade scopes to ensure comprehensive and accurate tender submissions aligned with project budgets.
  • Facilitated pre-award meetings with subcontractors to clarify project specifics and expectations.
  • Served as primary contact for clients, consultants, and authorities, ensuring effective communication throughout project lifecycle.
  • Reviewed Site-Specific Safety Plans and Task Analysis documents, issuing permits for daily work activities.
  • Led pre-start meetings and toolbox talks to promote safety awareness among subcontractors.
  • Issued site instructions and assessed variations to project scope for compliance and clarity.
  • Developed detailed construction programs, monitoring milestones and progress for timely project completion.

Key Project - Timaru M10 New Garden Center and Retail Extension.

SITE ENGINEER

Watts and Hughes Construction
01.2022 - 03.2024
  • Oversaw site activities, coordinating subcontractors and suppliers to ensure timely construction progress.
  • Collaborated with architects and engineers to address project requirements and resolve issues.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant codes, regulations, and workplace health and safety standards.
  • Maximized performance of site personnel and subcontractors to enhance productivity.
  • Maintained comprehensive site diaries, inspection records, and closeout documentation.
  • Issued look-ahead programs to subcontractors and conducted follow-ups for accountability.
  • Reviewed shop drawings while coordinating efforts between subcontractors and consultants.
  • Liaised with the district council for inspections and audits as necessary.

Key Projects: Woolworth Fresh Distribution Centre-Christchurch

SITE ENGINEER

NZ Strong Construction
01.2017 - 01.2022
  • Reviewed and contributed to the production of precast, structural steel, and in situ concrete shop drawings.
  • Led coordination meetings with building service subcontractors to identify and resolve service clashes.
  • Developed service coordination drawings post-meetings for subcontractor implementation.
  • Created coordinated building models, including service penetrations and structural reo coordination.
  • Conducted structural inspections with consultants, directing remedial actions for inspection clearance.
  • Managed and resolved consultant inspection reports.
  • Oversaw council audits and structural QA audits using the Acute system.
  • Performed structural defect audits for clearance post-construction.
  • Obtained approvals for construction alterations from consultants.
  • Proactively identified and resolved pre-construction site issues.
  • Executed site surveying and set-outs, and trained site staff in surveying techniques and total station use.
  • Supervised subcontractor site inductions and ensured maintenance of health and safety practices on site.
  • Key Projects: Greenwich Gardens Metlifecare Village -Albany, Arvida Aria Bay retirement village Stage 01 - Browns Bay, Eastcliffe Retirement Village, Wynyard 100 hotel development, CDC Data Centre NZ Limited -Silverdale, Arvida Aria Bay retirement village Stage 02-Browns Bay

INTERMEDIATE DESIGN ENGINEER / TECHNICAL MANAGER

Zulin NZ Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2017
  • Provided expert technical support to users, resolving challenges and initiating enhancements for technical products.
  • Assessed and evaluated project proposals for feasibility, contributing significantly to staff training and recruitment decisions.
  • Played a pivotal role in assisting the engineering team with the design and development of systems and components.
  • Collaborated with management to guarantee cost-effectiveness and manufacturability of designs, aligning engineering goals with business objectives.
  • Worked closely with the engineering team to produce design sketches and drawings, adhering to industry standards.
  • Conducted reviews and verifications of design drawings and technical documentation.

SITE SUPERVISOR

Safari Construction
01.2016 - 12.2016
  • Managed daily operations of workers and subcontractors, ensuring clear and effective communication of construction directives.
  • Calculated concrete requirements and monitored project progress, maintaining precise checks on structure levels and structural details.
  • Coordinated the installation of precast wall panels and steel bars.
  • Proactively reviewed structural drawings to identify and resolve potential issues before construction, minimizing confusion, accidents, and delays.
  • Ensured that all work was on schedule and within budget parameters.
  • Vigorously implemented Occupational Health and Safety standards.
  • Uphold the highest quality of standards in all construction processes.
  • Key Project: Ramada Suite Project: Played a crucial role in the successful execution and completion of this high-profile project.

PROCESS DESIGN DRAFTING ENGINEER

Proand Ltd
, NZ
01.2015 - 01.2016

Education

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Peradeniya

Building Construction Safety Course(White Card) -

.

Site Safety Course -

Project Management Training and Consultancy -

MS Project Insight

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Technical Expertise in Site and Structural Engineering
  • Quality Assurance and Control
  • Team Leadership and Coordination
  • Problem Solving
  • Effective Communication
  • Design and Drafting
  • Safety Management
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Resource Management
  • Contract and Specification Interpretation
  • Documentation and Record Keeping
  • Training and Development
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Technical Support and Troubleshooting
  • Highly organised
  • Time management
  • Multi tasking
  • Self motivated

Languages

  • English, fluent
  • Sinhala, fluent
  • Spanish, basic

Previous Employment

INTERMEDIATE DESIGN ENGINEER / TECHNICAL MANAGER

Zulin NZ Ltd, 2016 - 2017

SITE SUPERVISOR

Safari Construction, 2016

Ramada Suite Project

PROCESS DESIGN DRAFTING ENGINEER

Proand Ltd, NZ, 2015 - 2016

SITE MANAGER

GS Engineering & Construction Corp, Singapore, 2012 – 2014

Key Projects:

Ng Teng Fong Hospital project, Jurong East

PROJECT ENGINEER

TYT Builders Ltd, Singapore, 2011 - 2012

Key Projects:

Changi Business Park Office Building Project (185 Million SGD).

SITE MANAGER

China Geo-Engineering Corp, Sri Lanka, 2011

Key projects

Kalani Right Bank Water Treatment Plant Project – treatment plant capacity – 180,000 m3/day (43.7 million euro)

SITE MANAGER

State Engineer Corp, Sri Lanka, 2010 - 2011

Timeline

SITE MANAGER

PCB Contractor
02.2025 - Current

CONSTRUCTION MANAGER

Envision Eighty20 Limited
03.2024 - 02.2025

SITE ENGINEER

Watts and Hughes Construction
01.2022 - 03.2024

SITE ENGINEER

NZ Strong Construction
01.2017 - 01.2022

INTERMEDIATE DESIGN ENGINEER / TECHNICAL MANAGER

Zulin NZ Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2017

SITE SUPERVISOR

Safari Construction
01.2016 - 12.2016

PROCESS DESIGN DRAFTING ENGINEER

Proand Ltd
01.2015 - 01.2016

Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering

University of Peradeniya

Building Construction Safety Course(White Card) -

.

Site Safety Course -

Project Management Training and Consultancy -

MS Project Insight
NUWAN SENANYAKE