Suranjith Aponsu
Lower Hutt,New Zealand
Summary
Over 35 years of international experience in commercial management for construction contracts, with expertise in estimating, cost planning, quantity surveying, and comprehensive analysis and management of subcontracts. A qualified Quantity Surveyor with 25 years as a Senior Quantity Surveyor in New Zealand, ensuring precision and seamless integration of changes to achieve successful project outcomes. A strong focus on stringent cost control from the conceptual phase to final completion underscores a commitment to operational excellence. Proficient in procurement strategies, directing efforts towards securing the most suitable subcontractors from project inception while meticulously sequencing subcontractor schedules to minimize costly delays throughout construction.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Quantity Surveyour
Mckee Fehl Constructors Ltd
09.2019 - 06.2024
- Indian High Commission - Wellington NZ $ 50 Million
- Earthquake strengthening to 14-story Asteron Centre Wellington -NZ $40 Million
- Children's Hospital Wellington - NZ $ 110MILLION
- DATACOM Office Interior Fitout (Levels 11 & 12) to Asteron Centre Refurbishment-
- Managed and coordinated cost, availability and timely delivery of materials and project schedules for suppliers.
- Performed measurements for structural and architectural works to prepare cost estimates for projects.
- Evaluated subcontractor bids and negotiated contracts, securing competitive pricing while maintaining high-quality workmanship standards.
- Provided support during the tendering process by preparing bids based on a comprehensive understanding of client requirements.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks to meet strict deadlines and maintain client satisfaction.
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Ebert Construction Ltd
06.2001 - 08.2018
- I have been with Ebert Construction for over 17 years as a Senior Quantity Surveyor. As a Senior Quantity Surveyor, I was responsible for the financial management of the project, from the inception through to the Final account, which involved the procurement of subcontract packages, including a review of contractual and economic terms and ensuring compliance with the Main Contract Clients' requirements. Accomplishment of various project cost planning and estimating that resulted in establishing a competitive budget. Maintaining Project Cash Flow and a monthly update on the project financial report (CVR). Valuation of variation claims, contractual Claims such as prolongation and Loss and Expenses Claim and finalisation of project account. Liaising closely with client and consultant to ensure the request and changes are recorded and acted—mentoring, guiding and managing staff, including technical guiding and managing the QS team for individual projects.
- Developing a strong relationship with the client, consultants, and subcontractors to ensure a smooth flow of the project.
- In my tenure at Ebert’s, I have been involved in all the major projects that Ebert's has undertaken and worked on various projects from the top of the North Island to the bottom of the South Island, and the following are the most recent major projects that I have been involved in as the lead Senior Quantity Surveyor;
- 2017 to 2018 – Project cost NZ$38 million - Indian High Commission building in Wellington.
- 2015 to 2016 – Project cost NZ$100 million; Fonterra to design and build a milk powder drier tower at Litchfield, South Waikato.
- 2013 -2014 – NZ $45 Million, Design and construction of a 30T/h milk powder dryer for Fonterra in Darfield, Christchurch.
- Other projects that I was involved in at Ebert’s
- 2002- 2003 NZ$4 Million 1600m2 office complex for the Ministry of Social Services in Wellington, 2002
- 2004-2005NZ$ 10million design-build contract for Butter processing factory for Fonterra in Clandyboy, Timaru, South Island –in 2003.
- 2009- 2010n NZ$7 Million design-build contractor for Cadbury chocolate factory extension in Dunedin in 2007
- 2006-2008NZ$ 14Million Design and build contractor for Pharmaceutical product plant for Fonterra-Kapuni in 2004
- 2010 - 2011 Design and Build GMP Rebuild fire fire-damaged powder milk plant in Takaka in 2005
- 2011-2013Meat processing factory in the South Island- In 2006, Pukuri Omaru.
- 2000-2001 Apartment project 88 Oriental Parade, Wellington
Senior Quantity Surveyor
WS Atkins (International) U.K. & Nippon Koei- Japan
04.1997 - 12.2000
- Position: Senior Quantity Surveyor for post Contract-Nature of the job: Civil Engineering Highway construction project in Sri Lanka Description of the project: -Baseline Road Development Project was an improvement of 5.2km existing strategic highway in Colombo widening to 6 lanes, consist of 0.5km railway viaducts, 3 bridges, and passenger subways.
Project Quantity Surveyor
Mott- Mac Donald International Ltd(UK)- Civil Engineering Consultant
01.1996 - 01.1997
- Position Project Quantity Surveyor- Post Contract
- Nature of the job: Civil Engineering Contract -Water Supply and Drainage Project- Kandy Sri Lanka
- Description of the project: Over Rs 700 million water supply and Drainage project in Sri Lanka funded by the Asian Development Bank.
Quantity Surveyor/ Project Quantity Surveyor/ Senior Quantity Surveyor
SOMEC Group of companies- Hong Kong, Macau, Malaysia
09.1989 - 01.1996
- I have collaborated with Somec at the following organisations:
- **SOMEC (M) Sdn Bhd**, Malaysia
(July 1995 - January 1996)
Position: Senior Quantity Surveyor
In this role, I was responsible for post-contractual matters related to the construction of a multi-story commercial and apartment complex in Malacca, Malaysia.
- **SOMEC Consultants Ltd**, Macau
Position: Project Quantity Surveyor
- Managed the project for the Macau Telecom Main Office and Exchange Building, a 17-story structure with a contract value of HK$140 million.
- Oversaw the construction of a 3-story car park building with a contract value of HK$15 million.
- Conducted preliminary estimates and feasibility studies for the development of a 372-room hotel for the Marriott Group.
- Contributed to the estimating team for the Macau International Airport project and participated in multiple tenders across China and Thailand.
- **SOMEC Consultants Ltd, Contracting Division**, Macau
Position: Project Quantity Surveyor
- Managed the project for the new power station for the Macau Electricity Company, which had a cost of HK$120 million for civil works.
- **SOMEC (Hong Kong)**
(September 1989 - May 1990)
Position: Quantity Surveyor
Engaged in the development of a 35-story housing complex comprising three towers in Ma On Shan, Hong Kong, for the Hong Kong Government Housing Department, valued at HK$120 million.
Senior QS
Anglo Asian Company Ltd, Sri Lanka
03.1989 - 09.1989
- Worked as a Senior QS in charge for the QS Department, managing various small to medium scale projects.
PQS
Kahawita De Silva & Associates (PVT) LTD (PQS)
12.1985 - 03.1989
- I was involved as a PQS.
Education
Diploma - Quantities Surveying
Polytechnic Institute
Diploma - Civil Engineering
Rathmalana Technical college
Graduate Diploma - Construction Management (Quantity Surveying)
University of Hong Kong
Skills
- Subcontractor procurement, including comprehensive contractual, financial, and compliance assessments
- Cost planning and estimation
- Management of project cash flow
- Cash flow forecasting
- Valuation of claims
- Procurement strategy
- Cost estimation
- Bill of quantities
Affiliations
- A Member of the New Zealand Institute of Quantity Surveyor- MNZIQS
- A Member of the Charted Institute of Buildings UK, MCIOB
Extra Curricular activities
Member of Sri Lanka master’s cricket team, Wellington School Captained the 1st Eleven school cricket team, In Sri Lanka Represent Premier level inter club cricket, Sri Lanka Selected for national cricket pool in 1980, Sri Lanka.
Timeline
Senior Quantity Surveyour
Mckee Fehl Constructors Ltd
09.2019 - 06.2024
Senior Quantity Surveyor
Ebert Construction Ltd
06.2001 - 08.2018
Senior Quantity Surveyor
WS Atkins (International) U.K. & Nippon Koei- Japan
04.1997 - 12.2000
Project Quantity Surveyor
Mott- Mac Donald International Ltd(UK)- Civil Engineering Consultant
01.1996 - 01.1997
Quantity Surveyor/ Project Quantity Surveyor/ Senior Quantity Surveyor
SOMEC Group of companies- Hong Kong, Macau, Malaysia
09.1989 - 01.1996
Senior QS
Anglo Asian Company Ltd, Sri Lanka
03.1989 - 09.1989
PQS
Kahawita De Silva & Associates (PVT) LTD (PQS)
12.1985 - 03.1989
Diploma - Civil Engineering
Rathmalana Technical college
Graduate Diploma - Construction Management (Quantity Surveying)
University of Hong Kong
Diploma - Quantities Surveying
Polytechnic Institute
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