Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Work Rights
References
Timeline
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Kavinda Senevirathna

Epsom,New Zealand

Summary

Dynamic Operations Manager with a proven track record at the National Water Supply and Drainage Board, excelling in project management and budget planning. Adept at stakeholder engagement and resource optimization, I leverage AutoCAD expertise and strong communication skills to drive successful infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and quality standards while minimizing service disruptions.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Delivery Driver (Part Time)

Hell Pizza
Epsom, New Zealand
09.2024 - Current
  • Executed pizza deliveries with emphasis on exceptional customer service and efficient time management.
  • Contributed to kitchen operations by managing food preparation activities, maintaining high cleanliness and hygiene standards, and providing support to team members during peak times.
  • Interacted directly with customers, supervised order processing, and supported a dynamic team environment.

Training Engineer (Volunteer Basis)

New Home Construction
Morning Side, New Zealand
08.2024 - 10.2024
  • Involved in the construction of residential houses, including site preparation, foundation work, timber framing, roofing, cladding, and interior fit-outs, following New Zealand Building Code standards.
  • Acquired practical experience collaborating with trades, interpreting construction plans, and ensuring health and safety compliance on site.

Operations Manager

National Water Supply and Drainage Board
Colombo, Sri Lanka
09.2009 - 06.2024
  • Company Overview: Sri Lanka Government organization responsible for providing safe, reliable drinking water and sanitation services nationwide, overseeing planning, development, operation, and maintenance of water supply and drainage systems.
  • Oversaw execution of planned maintenance projects for water infrastructure systems including ductile iron, UPVC, and polyethylene pipelines ranging from 63mm to 500mm in diameter.
  • Formulated comprehensive project schedules, budgets, and cost estimates for infrastructure maintenance delivery
  • Guaranteed health and safety compliance, quality assurance, and adherence to regulatory standards
  • Executed stakeholder engagement, performance reporting, and incident management assistance
  • Provided technical leadership by overseeing contractor management and coordinating procurement efforts.
  • Streamlined resource planning and maintenance delivery to reduce service disruptions.

Assistant Project Manager

F&G Management Services
Colombo, Sri Lanka
10.2006 - 02.2009

Company Overview: A consultancy firm specializing in providing professional services for apartment construction projects. The company offers expertise in project planning, design coordination, and construction management, supporting clients through all stages of residential development.

  • Facilitate project planning, scheduling, and budgeting
  • Collaborate with contractors and internal teams
  • Track project progress while mitigating risks
  • Compile project documentation and reports
  • Conducted site visits and meetings to ensure project alignment.
  • Monitored compliance with health and safety regulations and quality standards.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and teammates.

Assistant Engineer

Maga Neguma Road Construction Company
Colombo, Sri Lanka
10.2005 - 10.2006

Company Overview: Well-reputed governmental road construction organization.

  • Scheduled and directed road construction activities encompassing earthworks, subgrade, base course, and asphalt paving.
  • Ensured adherence to drawings, specifications, and quality standards
  • Oversaw construction of drainage systems including bridges, culverts, kerbs, and side drains.
  • Coordinated contractors, machinery operators, and suppliers to ensure timely project delivery.
  • Maintained daily site records while enforcing adherence to safety protocols.
  • Conducted quality tests and participated in thorough site inspections to uphold standards.

Assistant Engineer

China Geo Engineering Corporation
Colombo, Sri Lanka
11.2004 - 10.2005

Company Overview: Chinese state-owned enterprise specializing in infrastructure projects including water supply networks, wastewater treatment systems, and flood-control works.

  • Assisted in planning and execution of pipe laying and precast chamber fabrication.
  • Supervised trench excavation, bedding preparation, pipe alignment, jointing, and backfilling activities.
  • Monitored installation of various pipe materials (DI, HDPE, UPVC) to ensure compliance with specifications.
  • Oversaw installations of precast concrete chambers including manholes and valve chambers.
  • Coordinated contractors and equipment operators to optimize workflow efficiency.
  • Maintained daily site records and conducted thorough pipeline testing and commissioning.
  • Supported infrastructure projects related to water supply networks and wastewater treatment systems.

Education

Graduate Diploma - Construction Project Management

Unitec Institute of Technology
Auckland, New Zealand
07-2025

Bachelor in Technology - Construction Technology & Recourse Management

University of Vocational Technology
Colombo, Sri Lanka
01.2019

National Diploma - Engineering Sciences

Institute of Engineering Technology
Katunayake, Sri Lanka
01.2004

Skills

  • Verbal and written communication
  • Microsoft Excel and Word proficiency
  • AutoCAD expertise
  • GIS experience
  • MS Project knowledge
  • Adaptability
  • Team collaboration
  • Project management
  • Budget planning

Accomplishments

Best Water Safety Plan Implemented Water Supply Scheme, Under my management, the Kumbuka Water Supply Scheme was awarded a 'Very Good' status, scoring 110 out of 120 in the external formal Water Safety Plan audit conducted by the Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka (IESL).

Work Rights

Currently on Student Visa, Successfully completed Graduate Diploma in construction project management with eligibility for 1-year Post Study Work Visa commencing September 2025, Willing to work anywhere in New Zealand

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Delivery Driver (Part Time)

Hell Pizza
09.2024 - Current

Training Engineer (Volunteer Basis)

New Home Construction
08.2024 - 10.2024

Operations Manager

National Water Supply and Drainage Board
09.2009 - 06.2024

Assistant Project Manager

F&G Management Services
10.2006 - 02.2009

Assistant Engineer

Maga Neguma Road Construction Company
10.2005 - 10.2006

Assistant Engineer

China Geo Engineering Corporation
11.2004 - 10.2005

Graduate Diploma - Construction Project Management

Unitec Institute of Technology

Bachelor in Technology - Construction Technology & Recourse Management

University of Vocational Technology

National Diploma - Engineering Sciences

Institute of Engineering Technology
Kavinda Senevirathna