Chaminda Kumara
Singapore
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Design Engineer
Toa Corporation
Singapore
12.2018 - Current
- I evaluated & defined soil parameters, according to Bore-log/CPT data, and determined the soil improvement by vibro-floatation for rock bund foundation
- I designed the revetment/shore protection using armour rock and concrete armour unit (10-ton Tetrapod) against high waves
- I designed mooring point, Navigation buoys, and floating barricades for marine project site
- I liaised with a specialized contractor from DHI (Denmark) for a 3D Physical Model Test to check the stability of the Armor unit (Tetrapod) and the damage ratio of the shore protection against waves
- I evaluated the monitoring data to check impact of rock filling activities on existing structures.
Design Engineer
Toa Corporation
Singapore
03.2015 - 12.2018
- I designed the marine instrumentation cluster foundation and structural design according to soil/wave conditions
- I designed temporary walkways, working platforms, and other types of staging as needed
- I revised the reinforcement design due to changes in the eccentricity of the pile locations
- I liaised with the consultant to obtain approval for the above design reports.
Design Engineer
Toa Corporation
Singapore
12.2010 - 03.2015
- I worked as a Civil Design Engineer under the Engineering Design Department for one of the largest reclamation projects in Singapore
- I designed marine structures using STAAD.Pro
- I developed a calculation sheet to calculate the settlement for both improved and non-improved soil condition using Spread sheet
- I checked the stability of bund using Slope/W software
- I prepared Contract, Construction, Shop Drawings and As-built drawings using AutoCAD
- I calculated quantity using AutoCAD and Excel and Estimate the cost
- I prepared presentation slide using MS Office software
- I prepared and Submitted Reports to relevant authorities (i.e., Consultant
- PUB, BCA, HDB)
- I Evaluated CPT/SPT results and decided soil boundaries
- I monitored the settlement of treated ground (PVD/SP) and predicted the future settlement using hyperbolic method
- I prepared evaluation report with analysis for post soil investigation of Borehole to verify the soil improvement
- I involved to Tender Design, Quantity Calculation and Cost Estimation of Changi East Finger Extension Project and PSA Project stage 1 (Pasir Panjang Terminal Phase III).
Building Engineer
Maeda Nishimatsu Joint Venture
Sri Lanka
09.2010 - 12.2010
- I worked as a Building Engineer for Main Control Building in the Upper Kotmale Hydropower Project in Sri Lanka
- Responsibilities included preparation of work schedule, preparation of construction drawings, handling sub-contractors to achieve target on schedule, quality assurance, quality control and inspection, attending daily progress meeting with higher management, conducting weekly progress meeting with sub-contractors and attending bi-weekly progress meeting with client and consultant, and maintaining proper safety at site.
Civil (Site) Engineer
MAGA Engineering (Pte) Ltd
Sri Lanka
10.2007 - 09.2010
- I worked as a Civil (Site) Engineer for the construction of the Customs Head Quarters Building in Sri Lanka
- I handled the daily construction works of the main part of the building from foundation to completion of structural works
- I managed construction of water retaining Structures and underground water tanks
- I liaised with sub-contractors and consultant for finishing works of Glass curtain walls and Aluminium door/windows
- Other responsibilities included planning and scheduling the construction activities, assuring the quality by testing and inspecting, coordinating superior and technical staff to achieve the target on time and within budget, keeping records of works carried out, conducting daily progress meeting and participating in monthly client meetings, and carrying out Toolbox meetings to maintain site safety.
Trainee Site Engineer
Kumagai Gumi Company Ltd
Sri Lanka
02.2005 - 07.2005
- I gained experience in River Bridge Construction, Sheet pile Driving, Pre-cast Pile Driving, Pre-cast Concrete work, Road embankment, and Asphalt Paving.
Education
MBA - Project Management
Cardiff Metropolitan University
United Kingdom01-2024
Specialist Diploma - Construction Productivity
BCA Academy
Singapore12-2018
Specialist Diploma - Construction Management
BCA Academy
Singapore07-2014
Honours Degree of Bachelor of The Science of Engineering - Civil Engineering
University of Moratuwa
Sri Lanka11-2007
Skills
- More than 15 years of experience in the field of Civil and Geotechnical Engineering and Quality Assurance
- Proficient in Slope/W, Plaxis 2D, STAAD Pro
- Proficient in design calculation according to British codes and Euro Codes
- Proficient in Office tools such as word, power point and excel and drafting software of AutoCAD 2D, AutoCAD 3D
- Familiar with Pile Driving Analysis software and drainage design software of Hec-Ras
- Good communication and comfortable working with different nationality and levels
- Open-minded and able to work in complex projects and environment
- Good problem-solving ability with analytic thinking
Membership Details
A/M 9279
Profile
02/21/81, Male, Married
Extracurricular Activities
Treasurer of Student Union, Faculty of Engineering-University of Moratuwa (2006-2007)
Member of University athletic (marathon) team (2004-2007)
Member of Civil Engineering Society at university (2003-2007)
Disclaimer
I do hereby declare and affirm that the above particulars furnished by me are true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. 03/21/23
Languages
Sinhala
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Senior Design Engineer
Toa Corporation
12.2018 - Current
Design Engineer
Toa Corporation
03.2015 - 12.2018
Design Engineer
Toa Corporation
12.2010 - 03.2015
Building Engineer
Maeda Nishimatsu Joint Venture
09.2010 - 12.2010
Civil (Site) Engineer
MAGA Engineering (Pte) Ltd
10.2007 - 09.2010
Trainee Site Engineer
Kumagai Gumi Company Ltd
02.2005 - 07.2005
MBA - Project Management
Cardiff Metropolitan University
Specialist Diploma - Construction Productivity
BCA Academy
Specialist Diploma - Construction Management
BCA Academy
Honours Degree of Bachelor of The Science of Engineering - Civil Engineering
University of Moratuwa
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