THUSHAN CHAMARA SUMUDU THALAGALA
Nugegoda
Summary
Dynamic Associate Engineer (ECSL) and Associate Member of IESL with over nine years of extensive experience in dam engineering, irrigation infrastructure, and multi-storey building projects in Sri Lanka. Demonstrated expertise in structural design review, reinforced concrete works, geotechnical investigations, and implementing robust Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) practices. Strong skills in contract administration and site supervision from planning through commissioning. Proven track record of effectively leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe and timely project delivery while adhering to budget constraints across public sector and contractor environments. Committed to engineering solutions that uphold the highest standards of quality and safety, consistently driving project success.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Civil Engineer
Mahaweli Authority of Sri Lanka – Division of Major Dams & Reservoir Operations
01.2019 - Current
- Design and supervise construction and rehabilitation of anicuts, culverts, retaining and gabion walls and other irrigation-related structures.
- Plan and oversee dam Operation & Maintenance, surveillance and instrumentation, including monument surveys and analysis of piezometers, V-notch weirs and related monitoring data.
- Lead materials testing programmes (borehole, compaction, Mackintosh, sieve analysis, compressive strength and slump tests) to assure compliance with specifications.
- Prepare BOQs, estimates, tender documents, interim payment certificates and monthly financial / physical progress reports for construction and maintenance works.
- Coordinate with farmer organizations, line agencies and contractors to manage bulk water delivery, hydropower generation and construction interfaces.
- (project value approx. LKR 2.6 billion)
Assistant Engineer (Civil)
Maga Engineering (Pvt) Ltd
06.2017 - 01.2019
- Supervised civil works for Kelani Right Bank Water Supply Project – Stage II Water Treatment
- Prepared construction programmes, method statements, RFIs/RFNs, RFIs for inspection and QA/QC documentation in line with project specifications.
- Monitored reinforced concrete structures, tanks and sludge thickeners, ensuring safety, quality and schedule adherence.
- Prepared bar schedules, verified measurements and supported progress meetings with client and main contractor.
- (project value approx. LKR 9.5 billion)
Assistant Engineer (Civil)
Engineering Design & Construction Co. (Pvt) Ltd
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Assisted in construction of new warehouse building for CINCO, ensuring works complied with drawings, specifications and client requirements.
- Planned materials, labour and subcontract resources and monitored daily site progress against schedule and budget.
- Conducted site and laboratory tests, verified subcontractor bills and contributed to progress and quality meetings.
Trainee / Technical roles
Ceyoka Engineering, DND Construction, Open University of Sri Lanka and CECB
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Supporting building and institutional projects through site supervision, setting-out, drafting and measurement.
- Earlier Positions
Education
Master of Science - Geotechnical
University of Peradeniya
Sri Lanka05-2026
B.Tech. (Hons) in Civil Engineering - Civil Engineering
The Open University of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka12-2017
Higher Diploma in Technology - Civil
The Open University of Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka12-2016
HND in Quantity Surveying & Construction Economics - Quantity Surveying & Construction Economics
BCAS Campus
Sri Lanka01.2017
Skills
- Dam engineering & reservoir operations
- Irrigation & hydraulic structures
- Building construction & RC works
- Geotechnical investigations & slope stability (Slope/W, DigiPro2)
- QA/QC and materials testing
- Project planning & progress monitoring (MS Project)
- BOQ, estimation, tendering & contract administration
- AutoCAD, MS Office
- Stakeholder coordination & technical reporting
Certification
- Associate Engineer (A.Eng 209566) - Engineering Council Sri Lanka (ECSL)
- Associate Member (AM-22927) - The Institution of Engineers, SriLanka (IESL)
- Member (No. 498) - Sri Lanka National Committee on Large Dams (SLNCOLD)
LANGUAGES
Sinhala – Native
English – Professional working proficiency
Timeline
Civil Engineer
Mahaweli Authority of Sri Lanka – Division of Major Dams & Reservoir Operations
01.2019 - Current
Assistant Engineer (Civil)
Maga Engineering (Pvt) Ltd
06.2017 - 01.2019
Assistant Engineer (Civil)
Engineering Design & Construction Co. (Pvt) Ltd
09.2016 - 06.2017
Trainee / Technical roles
Ceyoka Engineering, DND Construction, Open University of Sri Lanka and CECB
01.2011 - 01.2016
Master of Science - Geotechnical
University of Peradeniya
B.Tech. (Hons) in Civil Engineering - Civil Engineering
The Open University of Sri Lanka
Higher Diploma in Technology - Civil
The Open University of Sri Lanka
HND in Quantity Surveying & Construction Economics - Quantity Surveying & Construction Economics
BCAS Campus
NON-RELATED REFEREES
1) Eng. D. M. Dharmadasa,
Director, Division of Major Dams & Reservoir Operations,
Mahaweli Authority of Sri Lanka,
Digana, Rajawella.
☎ +94 71 849 4070 | ✉ dharmadasa1970@gmail.com
2) Eng. W. A. D. Wijesundara,
Deputy Director (Engineering) & Engineer in Charge,
Office of the Engineer In- Charge,
Mahaweli Authority of Sri Lanka,
Alawakumbura, Maduruoya.
☎ +94 77 794 6878 | ✉ asiriwije@gmail.com