Deshani Soyza
Ragama,11
Summary
A results-driven professional with extensive experience in business development, project management, and sustainable energy solutions. Proven track record in spearheading project acquisitions, building strategic stakeholder relationships, and delivering high-efficiency engineering systems. Adept at bridging the gap between technical design and commercial viability.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Manager - Business Development
Hayleys Fentons Limited
Colombo 10
01.2023 - Current
- Spearheaded business development initiatives in engineering sector, acquiring local and international projects that contributed to revenue growth.
- Built strong relationships with consultants, contractors, developers, and government bodies to influence project specifications and secure high-value contracts.
- Introduced new engineering products and technologies to Sri Lankan market, expanding competitive offerings and enhancing client options.
- Evaluated new product viability by conducting market research, competitor benchmarking, and ROI analysis, resulting in the successful launch of multiple high-efficiency systems.
- Collaborated with technical and design teams to prepare detailed techno-commercial proposals, equipment selections, and solution presentations tailored to each project.
- Worked closely with international suppliers and manufacturers to obtain quotations, technical documentation, training, and after-sales support.
- Delivered technical presentations and product demonstrations to consultants and project stakeholders, showcasing innovative technologies and sustainable solutions.
- Assisted in expanding product offerings through market analysis and customer feedback.
- Attended local and international expos, technical seminars, and supplier workshops to stay ahead of industry trends and bring innovation into the company's offerings.
Project Engineer
SAW Engineering (Pvt) Ltd
Kiribathgoda
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Preparing, scheduling, coordinating, and monitoring of assigned Local & overseas engineering projects.
- Formulating project parameters and assigning responsibilities to the most capable employees and monitoring the project team.
- Interacted with local & overseas clients to interpret needs and requirements, representing them effectively in the field.
- Performed quality control on budgets, schedules, plans, and personnel performance while reporting project status.
- Cooperated with project manager and participants, collaborating with senior engineers to enhance project methods and maintain quality and profitability.
- Reviewed engineering tasks and initiated corrective actions.
- Monitored the project's compliance with applicable codes, practices, policies, performance standards, and specifications.
Project Engineer
Mech Pump Systems (Pvt) Ltd
Peliyagoda
05.2021 - 08.2022
- Coordinated project resources and managed logistics to resolve supply chain issues, ensuring timely project execution.
- Identified and investigated discrepancies in project design or execution, implementing effective resolutions to maintain project integrity.
- Executed projects related to water management systems and water pumps for National Water Supply & Drainage Board, Sri Lanka.
Junior Engineer - Project Management
APL International Pvt Ltd
Kelaniya
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Monitored and reported day-to-day progress, ensuring projects remained on schedule.
- Prepared detailed tender documents to enhance project bidding success.
- Analyzed and interpreted project requirements to complete semi-skilled and advanced engineering work.
- Assisted with project research, fieldwork and preliminary design calculations and analysis to validate data.
- Assessed project sites to gather conditions and inform project planning.
- Designed and conducted limited research to evaluate product components and applications.
- Built documentation libraries to support project-specific and continuous use.
Electronics and Electrical Engineering Intern
Sri Lanka Telecom PLC
Colombo
07.2018 - 01.2019
Education
BEng. (Hons) - Mechatronics Engineering
University of Wolverhampton
UK01-2019
Pearson Btec High National Diploma - Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Sri Lanka Telecom Training Centre
Welisara, Sri Lanka01-2018
General Certification of Education (Advance Level) -
De Mazenod College
Kandana, Sri Lanka01-2014
General Certification of Education (Ordinary Level) -
Good Shepherd Convent
Colombo 13, Sri Lanka01-2009
MBA - General
University of Northampton
UK03-2026
Skills
- Business development
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Data analysis
- Relationship management
- Team Leadership
- Team collaboration
- Problem Solving
- Critical thinking
- Attention to detail
- Results-oriented
Extracurricular Activities
- Prefect in Good Shepherd Convent, Colombo 13, 2003
- Member of English Literary Union of Good Shepherd Convent., 2008-2009
- Member of St. Vincent De Paul charity Society of Good Shepherd Convent, 2009
- Deputy Head Prefect and Junior Prefect of St. Peter & Paul Catholic Sunday School, 2004, 2007, 2009
- Secretary of the Science Union of De Mazenod College, Kandana, 2011
- Member of the Astronomy Club of De Mazenod College, Kandana, 2011
- Member of Jesus Youth, International Society, 2010-2015
References
- Mr. Vinoth Babu, Project Manager, Mech Pump Systems (Pvt) Ltd, No. 521 1/1, Negombo Road, Peliyagoda, Sri Lanka, +94 713478246
- Ms. D. V. S. Perera, Former Director Finance, National Engineering Research Development Centre, Industrial Estate, Ja Ela, Ekala, Sri Lanka, +94 716839682
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 04/15/93
- Gender: Female
- Marital Status: Married
Languages
Sinhala
Native
Native
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Assistant Manager - Business Development
Hayleys Fentons Limited
01.2023 - Current
Project Engineer
SAW Engineering (Pvt) Ltd
09.2022 - 12.2023
Project Engineer
Mech Pump Systems (Pvt) Ltd
05.2021 - 08.2022
Junior Engineer - Project Management
APL International Pvt Ltd
01.2020 - 04.2021
Electronics and Electrical Engineering Intern
Sri Lanka Telecom PLC
07.2018 - 01.2019
BEng. (Hons) - Mechatronics Engineering
University of Wolverhampton
Pearson Btec High National Diploma - Electrical & Electronic Engineering
Sri Lanka Telecom Training Centre
General Certification of Education (Advance Level) -
De Mazenod College
General Certification of Education (Ordinary Level) -
Good Shepherd Convent
MBA - General
University of Northampton