Hasitha Vitharana

As a Quantity Surveyor, I was responsible for overseeing the financial and contractual aspects of construction projects. I worked closely with project teams to ensure cost-effective delivery, accurate reporting, and effective subcontractor management while maintaining compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

• Managed the subcontract tender process, including selection and preparation of relevant documentation.
• Worked with project management to develop commercial strategies and ensure project profitability and target margins.
• Regularly monitored and reviewed costs to ensure alignment with project budgets.
• Coordinated timely communication between clients, subcontractors, and internal departments.
• Identified and valued contract variations, maintained clear records to support claims and processed variation payments promptly.
• Prepared and issued interim and final accounts, successfully negotiating and agreeing subcontractor accounts.
• Administered subcontractor accounts in line with agreed terms and conditions.

As an Assistant Quantity Surveyor, I provided valuable support throughout various stages of construction projects, from cost planning and tendering to site coordination and procurement. I contributed to effective cost management and project delivery by ensuring accurate measurements, assisting in budgeting, and maintaining supplier relationships.

• Measured and quantified materials, labour, and services using drawings and specifications
• Assisted in preparing cost estimates, budgets, and financial reports for construction projects.
• Helped draft tender documents, contracts, and procurement strategies.
• Attended site visits and coordinated with contractors, suppliers, and clients to support smooth project delivery.
• Monitored project progress and supported cost control measures.
  Assisted in preparing reports and keeping accurate project documentation.
• Assessed and processed subcontractor applications for payment, monitoring and making timely payments in accordance with contractual obligations.

During this period, I worked closely with senior engineers and site supervisors on both building and water supply projects, gaining practical experience in day-to-day construction operations, setting out, technical checks, and site coordination. My responsibilities included:

• Conducted daily setting out tasks using total stations (e.g., Leica TS12) and automatic/digital levels for accurate positioning of structural and civil elements.
• Ensured correct placement of foundations, walls, and services in accordance with design drawings and specifications.
• Verified site levels, coordinates, and benchmarks to maintain dimensional accuracy throughout construction phases.
• Assisted in establishing site control and as-built surveys to support progress reporting and quality assurance.
• Helped prepare and update site documentation, including inspection and test plans, daily diaries, and material logs.
• Communicated with site operatives to relay instructions and technical information from senior engineers.
• Monitored progress on-site and provided input for short-term look-ahead plans and material forecasting.
• Performed on-site sampling and basic material testing (e.g., concrete slump tests, cube sampling) as required.
• Maintained neat and up-to-date setting out books and site records, ensuring traceability of information.
• Observed inspections and quality checks carried out by senior engineers and learned to identify common defects.

Augmentation of Balangoda Water Treatment Project: As a Trainee Civil Engineer, I gained hands-on experience across multiple aspects of site management, from supervising labor to performing technical tasks like setting out and inspections. I was actively involved in ensuring project milestones were achieved, with a focus on quality control, safety, and cost management.

• Led the laying and pressure testing of HDPE pipes, ensuring installation complied with project specifications and quality standards.
• Prepared detailed reinforcement schedules and coordinated pre- and post-concrete inspections.
• Oversaw structural and finishing works, maintaining strict compliance with quality control measures and health and safety regulations.
• Assisted in managing labour teams, ensuring construction targets were met efficiently and safely.
• Participated in earthworks, levelling, and setting-out tasks, including conducting 'as built' surveys.
• Contributed to project cost management by preparing unit cost estimates for completed work.