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VARUNI HETTIARACHCHI

Melbourne

Summary

Detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor/ Estimator with previous experience across residential, commercial, and infrastructure projects. Skilled in BOQ preparation and cost estimating with strong proficiency in Cubit, CostX, and AutoCAD. Recently completed a Master of Construction Management in Australia and gained six months local experience as a Quantity Surveyor Intern. Seeking to contribute expertise in cost management and project delivery within the Australian construction industry.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Trainee Quantity Surveyor (Intern)

J A Quantity Surveyors Pty Ltd, Australia
04.2025 - 09.2025

Projects – Several residential projects across Melbourne.


  • Conducted detailed quantity take-offs for bill of quantities using Cubit software.
  • Prepared tax depreciation reports.

Quantity Surveyor/ Estimator

Hemantha Creations, Sri Lanka
08.2017 - 01.2022

Projects – Several residential projects, Sri Lanka.


  • Conducted detailed quantity take-offs and cost estimates for residential projects.
  • Clarified building regulations and building plans regarding the proposed projects.
  • Adjusted cost estimates after discussing with the project team when doing developments.
  • Reviewed site data and verified contractor claims, reducing discrepancies.
  • Supported contract administration to ensure smooth project delivery.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

State Engineering Corporation, Sri Lanka
06.2014 - 08.2017

Projects - University College of Katubedda, University College of Rathmalana and Extension to Treasury Building, Colombo, Sri Lanka.


  • Conducted detailed quantity take-offs for bill of quantities.
  • Evaluated bids and proposals contributing to contractor selection.
  • Verified interim bills and final bills submitted by contractors.
  • Collaborated with project teams to ensure timely and with-in budget project delivery.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Road Development Authority, Sri Lanka
01.2014 - 06.2014

Projects – Road construction projects (“Maga Naguma”), Colombo, Sri Lanka.


  • Verified interim bills and measurements sheets of contractors.
  • Conducted site measurements to validate direct labor project claims.

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

State Engineering Corporation, Sri Lanka
02.2013 - 08.2013

Projects – Lunawa and Angulana Housing projects, Ridiyagama Safari Park, Seethawaka Botanic Garden, Sri Lanka.


  • Prepared bill of quantities with the project team including detailed quantity take-offs.
  • Verified interim and final bills submitted by contractors.
  • Supported contract administration and documentation activities to ensure smooth operation of projects.

Education

Master Of Construction Management - Professional

Deakin University
Geelong, Victoria, Australia
01.2024

Bsc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying - Quantity Surveying

Birmingham City University
United Kingdom
12-2020

BTEC, EDEXEL Professional Diploma - Quantity Surveying

ICBT Campus
Sri Lanka
01.2015

National Certificate in Technology - Quantity Surveying

Rathmalana Technical College
Colombo, Sri Lanka
01.2012

Skills

  • Accurate estimating
  • Bill of quantities preparation
  • Contract Administration
  • Proficiency in Cubit, CostX, AutoCAD, Revit, @Risk
  • Effective stakeholder communication
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Certification

  • Gold, Silver and Bronze Awards - The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award.
  • Full Australian Driver’s Licence

Timeline

Trainee Quantity Surveyor (Intern)

J A Quantity Surveyors Pty Ltd, Australia
04.2025 - 09.2025

Quantity Surveyor/ Estimator

Hemantha Creations, Sri Lanka
08.2017 - 01.2022

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

State Engineering Corporation, Sri Lanka
06.2014 - 08.2017

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

Road Development Authority, Sri Lanka
01.2014 - 06.2014

Assistant Quantity Surveyor

State Engineering Corporation, Sri Lanka
02.2013 - 08.2013

BTEC, EDEXEL Professional Diploma - Quantity Surveying

ICBT Campus

Master Of Construction Management - Professional

Deakin University

Bsc (Hons) in Quantity Surveying - Quantity Surveying

Birmingham City University

National Certificate in Technology - Quantity Surveying

Rathmalana Technical College
VARUNI HETTIARACHCHI