Ruwan Danapala
Manchester,Greater Manchester
Summary
Strategic Construction Manager with demonstrated success assessing project scope and adhering to deadlines. Safety-conscious and detail-orientated with 10-year industry background. Well-versed in team leadership and task delegation to drive project progress and foster client satisfaction.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER & QA/QC MANAGER
Ballast Nedam International
Colombo
05.2020 - 03.2024
- Company Overview: (Water treatment plant design & Construction)
- Implemented innovative solutions for overcoming project obstacles efficiently.
- Conduct and evaluation of regular and routine audits
- Oversaw subcontractors, ensuring work met project specifications.
- Adhered to health and Safety & environmental regulations during all phases of construction process.
- Liaised with architects and engineers to resolve technical issues.
- Coordinated construction projects from planning stage to completion.
- Site setting out measurement for billing using survey instrument.
- Supervised workforce maintaining high levels of productivity on-site.
Project manager
Subasinghe construction Pvt Ltd
Colombo
10.2018 - 05.2020
- Company Overview: (PIPE LAYING HDPE /DI (700mm -160mm) subcontract Under OTV VEOLIA & SADE)
- Expedited issue resolution to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Strengthened stakeholder relationships through regular updates and clear communication.
- Promoted team collaboration for more innovative solutions in projects.
- Delivered high-quality results whilst adhering to strict deadlines and budget constraints.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project goals on time.
- Identified risks, implemented mitigation strategies for secure project outcomes.
- Fostered a positive work environment, enhanced team productivity substantially.
- Managed budgets diligently, controlled unnecessary expenditure on projects.
Senior Civil engineer
Kolon global International
Colombo
09.2016 - 10.2018
- Company Overview: (Water treatment plant design and built &PIPE LAYING HDPE /DI (400mm -160mm))
- Optimized the use of construction materials, reducing overall project costs.
- Ensured on-time project completion by efficient resource allocation and planning.
- Coordinated with contractors and architects for streamlined project execution.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients through regular progress updates and consultations.
- Conducted thorough site inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Assisted junior engineers with technical guidance, contributing to their professional growth.
- Delivered comprehensive project reports, enhancing communication amongst multidisciplinary teams.
Senior civil Engineer
National Water Supply and Drainage Board Sri Lanka
Colombo
09.2014 - 10.2018
- Company Overview: (Construction of water treatment plants and utilities and Operation Maintenance )
- Preparation of technical evaluation of tenders.
- Design of pipe networks using the Water gem and preparation of master Schedule using MS Project and Management.
- Construction & water treatment plants and utilities and tender document preparation.
- Supervising and Managing construction activities from start to to finish,ensuring adherence to project plans,Drawings and specifications.
- Planning and sequencing of operations including writing Method Statements and updating the Safe Systems of Work for contractor and subcontractors works ensuring the compliance of approval dates and information accuracy.
- Analysing and interpreting Engineering drawings Survey reports and other technical documentation to guide the construction process.
- Site setting out Measurement using survey instrument.
- Managed complex civil engineering projects within limited time frames.
- Completed projects on time and within budget by collaborating with contractors, architects and public authorities.
Planing Engineer
Keangnam Enterprises
Colombo
09.2011 - 09.2014
- Company Overview: (Design and construction of road network)
- Preparation and monitoring of Master programme
- Review drawings plans and specification
- Preparation and evaluation of as built reports
- Projects handing over procedures
- (Design and construction of road network)
- Coordinated multi-disciplinary teams with efficient task delegation.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, resulting in optimised resource allocation.
- Utilised advanced software tools for precise project estimation.
- Drafted technical reports, contributing to informed decision-making processes.
- Delivered effective presentations to communicate complex engineering concepts clearly.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Management Research
University of Central Lancashire
Preston 03.2024 - 03.2025
Master of Science - Water and waste water treatment
University of Peradeniya
Colombo Sri Lanka 01.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Peradeniya
Colombo Sri Lanka 03.2007 - 09.2011
Skills
- Leadership and Management
- Effective Communication skills
- Initiative and Influencing
- Project management
- Site safety compliance
- Budgeting and cost control
- Building regulations knowledge
- Contract negotiation
- Site inspection competency
- Earthworks execution
- Surveying techniques
- Time management excellence
Affiliations
- Play Cricket
- Reading
- Cycling and Traveling
Certification
IOSH Managing Safely
Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) | Issued: [December, 2021]| Certification Number: [807993]
ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor Certification
Issuing Organization: International Register of Certificated Auditors (CQI/RCA)
Issued: July 2023 | Certification Number: 120610241/166296682
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Intermediate
Tamil
Beginner
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Master of Business Administration - Management Research
University of Central Lancashire
03.2024 - 03.2025
CONSTRUCTION MANAGER & QA/QC MANAGER
Ballast Nedam International
05.2020 - 03.2024
Project manager
Subasinghe construction Pvt Ltd
10.2018 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Water and waste water treatment
University of Peradeniya
01.2017 - 01.2019
Senior Civil engineer
Kolon global International
09.2016 - 10.2018
Senior civil Engineer
National Water Supply and Drainage Board Sri Lanka
09.2014 - 10.2018
Planing Engineer
Keangnam Enterprises
09.2011 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Civil Engineering
University of Peradeniya
03.2007 - 09.2011
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