Boomin Perera
Project Manager with a Passion for Project Controls & Data-Driven Delivery
Auckland,New Zealand
Summary
Cross-disciplinary project manager and engineer with 7+ years of experience in capital works across infrastructure, education, housing, and aviation sectors. Expertise in managing full project lifecycles and engaging stakeholders to deliver data-driven reports. Developed impactful dashboards that improve decision-making across extensive portfolios.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Associate
Frequency NZ
, Auckland
04.2023 - Current
- Delivered over $14.8 million in capital works projects for Ministry of Education within education sector.
- Managed project oversight for $2.2 million aviation refurbishments at Air New Zealand.
- Established project controls and reporting frameworks for Foodstuffs North Island’s eCommerce rollout.
- Conducted monthly financial reporting for 50 concurrent projects under Weathertightness Remediation Programme in Auckland.
- Enhanced project reporting functionality for Auckland Transport and KiwiRail.
Graduate
Frequency NZ
, Auckland
06.2021 - 03.2023
- Served as Engineer's Representative for Kāinga Ora projects valued at $62 million.
- Assisted engineer to contract in evaluating extension-of-time claims for National Retrofit Programme.
- Designed automated site attendance reporting system for RNZAF Base Ohakea upgrade.
- Delivered PMO support for Auckland Transport’s Integrated Networks team using Edison365.
- Created internal dashboards to analyze Frequency's project and portfolio health across business units.
Project Management Intern
Amorvita Inc
, Remote (Canada)
12.2020 - 03.2021
- Developed schedules for three-day event, one-day event, and workshops to enhance planning efficiency.
- Evaluated online project management tools and marketing automation software for improved operational effectiveness.
- Crafted strategic product launch roadmap integrated into online project management tool for streamlined execution.
- Conducted comprehensive review of Amorvita Business Plan for 2021, identifying key growth opportunities.
Field Service Engineer
Sonasafe 20/20
, Tauranga
09.2018 - 09.2020
- Executed installations and repairs, configuring systems to meet customer specifications.
- Monitored dashboard performance to enhance customer experience.
- Analyzed faults and conducted remote servicing of systems using Linux OS.
- Delivered technical demonstrations on system features to clients and technicians.
- Established installation and repair procedures for team implementation.
- Resolved customer complaints through collaboration and problem-solving efforts.
Design Engineer
IQ Nexus
, Tauranga
09.2017 - 09.2018
- Designed pulse counters, GPS trackers, soil probes, and temperature sensors for IoT applications.
- Developed embedded software in C/C++ for low-power IoT platforms, enhancing device efficiency.
- Created PCB schematics with Autodesk Eagle to facilitate seamless hardware integration.
- Optimized product functionality through meticulous debugging processes.
- Monitored project progress using Jira and GitHub for enhanced team alignment.
Education
Master of Engineering: Project Management -
University Of Auckland
Auckland11.2021
Master of Engineering Studies - Computer Systems Engineering
University Of Auckland
Auckland07.2017
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) - Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering
Monash University
Kuala Lumpur02.2016
Skills
- Project Management
- Cost Management
- Contract Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Procurement Management
- Business Process Optimization
- Microsoft 365 Suite
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Fabric (Power Bi)
- Microsoft Power Platform
- Lucid Charts
- QuickBase
- Edison365
- SAP
Accomplishments
- Completed Frequency’s inaugural 12-month leadership program (2024), which recognized high-potential emerging leaders in the business
- Awarded Frequency’s Overachiever Award (2022) for exceptional contributions at Frequency, and going above and beyond the call of duty
- University of Auckland Distinguished Graduate Award (2021) for recognition in outstanding leadership, service, and personal development through the University of Auckland’s Co-Curricular Programme
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Associate
Frequency NZ
04.2023 - Current
Graduate
Frequency NZ
06.2021 - 03.2023
Project Management Intern
Amorvita Inc
12.2020 - 03.2021
Field Service Engineer
Sonasafe 20/20
09.2018 - 09.2020
Design Engineer
IQ Nexus
09.2017 - 09.2018
Master of Engineering: Project Management -
University Of Auckland
Master of Engineering Studies - Computer Systems Engineering
University Of Auckland
Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) - Electrical and Computer Systems Engineering
Monash University
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