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THAMODA DARITHRI GAJADEERA

Cranbourne East,NSW

Summary

Dynamic Project Coordinator at JLL with a proven track record in project management and strong communication skills. Successfully led diverse teams to deliver complex projects, ensuring client satisfaction and adherence to budgets. Adept at critical thinking and problem-solving, fostering collaboration among stakeholders to achieve optimal outcomes.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Coordinator

JLL
03.2022 - Current

Establish project budget and overall project programme to ensure successful delivery in accordance with client requirements.

  • Chaired weekly project meetings, preparing PCG reports and RFPs to facilitate project oversight and stakeholder engagement.
  • Completed monthly project deliverables, including delivery plans, status reports, cost reports, and meeting agendas, ensuring alignment with project timelines.
  • Managing labor resources and the procurement and delivery of materials, machinery, and equipment.
  • Be involved with value engineering, buildability analysis and critically review design and documentation to maximize outcomes.
  • Contract administration of all vendors in a professional manner.
  • Represent the best interests of the client from inception to completion of projects.
  • Fostered an inclusive team environment, encouraging contributions from all members to enhance collaboration and project outcomes.
  • Maintain positive relationships with all stakeholders and communicate via actions and example.
  • Collaborated with architects, engineering experts, and other professionals to enhance project design.

Projects:

  • Services Australia Box Hill
  • Services Australia Darebin
  • Services Australia Yara Department of Energy Environment and Climate Action - EV Charging Station Projects at Ovens, Heywood, Anglesea
  • Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action - Solar Monitoring project
  • Court Services Victoria - CSV Scanning Project.

Customer Service Assistant

Coles Express
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Handled cash and promoted monthly specials to enhance customer engagement.
  • Process returns, voids and drive-off payments.
  • Executed cash drop procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting.
  • Manage opening and closing shifts.
  • Focus on ensuring safety standards are met.
  • Work independently and follow set instructions.
  • Maintained cleanliness of forecourt area.
  • Modified fuel prices in response to market changes to maintain competitive pricing.

Construction Administration Assistant

MMP Projects
08.2021 - 02.2022
  • Coordinated communication through emails and phone calls to facilitate information flow.
  • Reviewed orders/quotes for alignment with MMP scope of work and capabilities, consulting with management for accuracy.
  • Accurately enter data into corresponding fields within SimPro.
  • Identify and correct data entry errors using appropriate quality control methods.
  • Receive work orders/quotes from customers by using emails.
  • Compiled and organized reports for management review to support informed decision-making.
  • Perform related administration tasks like filing documents.

Food Services Assistant

Monash Health
01.2017 - 08.2021
  • Oversaw dietary needs of patients, ensuring allergen-free meals aligned with health requirements.
  • Arranged meals for patients based on diet codes and individual selections.
  • Prepared sandwiches and wraps in accordance with patient preferences.
  • Delivered food trays to patients throughout the facility.
  • Distributed and gathered food menus from patients to assist meal planning.
  • Distribute and collect all food trays and beverages.
  • Ensured cleanliness and hygiene of kitchen, dishes, and utensils to maintain food safety standards.

Assistant

Camp Australia
04.2017 - 08.2017
  • Participated in various program activities for children, fostering engagement and interaction.
  • Ensured timely serving of food and facilitated discussions on activities and experiences with children.
  • Assisted in various tasks as instructed by the coordinator, supporting program delivery and child supervision.
  • Packed up materials while ensuring all children remained actively supervised during transitions.

Trainee Quantity Surveyor

Access Engineering PLC
01.2015 - 05.2016
  • Conducted feasibility studies to accurately estimate materials, time, and labor costs, supporting project planning.
  • Prepared, negotiated, and analyzed costs for tenders and contracts, ensuring competitive pricing and compliance.
  • Valued completed work and arranged for payments, facilitating timely financial transactions.
  • Produce financial forecasts for clients.
  • Prepared monthly billing statements for clients, detailing all charges and payments.
  • Coordinate work effort and advise on a range of legal and contractual issues.
  • Colombo - Sri Lanka

Education

Master of Construction Management -

Deakin University
Australia
07-2023

Bachelor of Construction Management (Hons) -

Deakin University
Australia
11-2020

BTEC Level 5 - Higher National Diploma - Quantity Surveying

ICBT
02-2016

Session on An update on Building Information Modeling for the Construction Industry -

ICBT - Sheffield Hallam University
03-2015

Diploma in Information and Communication Technology -

ICBT
01-2010

Skills

  • Project management
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Critical thinking
  • Effective communication
  • Adaptability and flexibility

References

  • Jill Meyer, Project Director, Project & Development Services - JLL, Level 33 - 101 Collins Street, Melbourne, Vic, 3000, +61 477 075 327, Jill.Meyer@jll.com
  • Jason Zhang, Project Manager, Project & Development Services - JLL, Level 33 - 101 Collins Street, Melbourne, Vic, 3000, +61 403 285 527, jasony.zhang@ap.jll.com

Timeline

Project Coordinator

JLL
03.2022 - Current

Customer Service Assistant

Coles Express
08.2021 - 03.2022

Construction Administration Assistant

MMP Projects
08.2021 - 02.2022

Assistant

Camp Australia
04.2017 - 08.2017

Food Services Assistant

Monash Health
01.2017 - 08.2021

Trainee Quantity Surveyor

Access Engineering PLC
01.2015 - 05.2016

Master of Construction Management -

Deakin University

Bachelor of Construction Management (Hons) -

Deakin University

BTEC Level 5 - Higher National Diploma - Quantity Surveying

ICBT

Session on An update on Building Information Modeling for the Construction Industry -

ICBT - Sheffield Hallam University

Diploma in Information and Communication Technology -

ICBT
THAMODA DARITHRI GAJADEERA