Dinusha Ranasingha
Regina,SK
Summary
An enthusiastic geotechnical engineer who is highly motivated and capable of working independently with minimum supervision in challenging environments, committed to providing high-quality service to every project, and always eager to learn new technology and methods.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technical Assistant - Engineering Assessments
Water Security Agency - Government of Saskatchewan
Regina, Canada
05.2024 - Current
- Developed and maintained a geotechnical and structural monitoring database for 72 dams in Saskatchewan.
- Developed monitoring charts, testing reports, and borehole logs for geotechnical assessments.
- Supported dam site inspections and annual performance reviews.
Research Assistant, Geotechnical Laboratory
University of Regina
Regina, Canada
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Executed geotechnical tests like Direct Shear Tests and Water Retention Curve Tests following ASTM standards.
- Secured precise data collection at all times.
- Assessed experimental data to identify soil characteristics and shear strength behavior.
- Prepared comprehensive reports, including data interpretation, graphs, and charts.
Civil Engineer - Planning
State Engineering Corporation of Sri Lanka
, Sri Lanka
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Responsible for developing, monitoring, and updating project schedules, ensuring efficient resource allocation, and coordinating various project activities.
- Conducted monthly progress review meetings across all divisions.
- Action plan, corporate plan, progress monitoring document preparation for the corporation.
Civil Engineer - Training
Central Engineering Consultancy Bureau
, Sri Lanka
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Monitored construction progress, inspected site conditions, and ensured compliance with approved designs.
- Ensured projects meet technical standards, safety regulations, and environmental requirements.
- Coordinated and supervised activities for timely project completion.
Education
Bachelor of Science (Hons) - Civil Engineering
University of Moratuwa
Moratuwa, Sri Lanka01.2021
Master of Applied Science - Environmental Systems Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering
University of Regina
Regina, SK, CanadaSkills
- Site inspections
- Geotechnical design
- Geotechnical instrumentation
- Laboratory soil testing
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Construction monitoring
- Geotechnical software proficiency - GeoStudio, Plaxis
- Intercultural teamwork
- Effective communication
Membership Activities
- Engineer in Training, APEGS, 79028
- Member at large, Regina Geotechnical Group, Local branch of Canadian Geotechnical Society
- Volunteering, Sri Lankan Students' Association, UofR
- Performed at Sri Lankan and Chakma Cultural event, 05/2023, UofR
References
- Amritpaul Romana, P.Eng., Senior Project Manager - Design Delivery, Government of Saskatchewan, Ministry of Highways, Available upon request
- Keisha Henry, Manager - Engineering Assessments, Water Security Agency, SK
Hobbies and Interests
- Travel
- Music
- Dancing
- Cooking
Certificates Licenses
- Engineer in Training, APEGS, 79028, 05/2024
- Emergency Response Plan Training - Dam Safety, WSA, 05/2024
- Six Sigma Yellow Belt, 6sigma study, 05/2020
- Engineering Project Management Specialization, RICE university, Coursera, 05/2020
- Land Drilling Rig Site Preparation, Udemy, 05/2024
Scholarships Awards
- Three Masters Awards, UR graduate and Thesis only scholarships, University of Regina, SK
- Dean's List honoree (Semesters- 4, 7 & 8), University of Moratuwa, SL
- Graduate Dean's List Honoree, University of Regina, SK, 05/2024
Affiliations
- Member-at-large in local branch of Canadian Geotechnical Society (CGS)
- Volunteering – Sri Lankan Students’ Association, UofR
- Performed at Sri Lankan and Chakma Cultural event at UofR, 2023
Certification
- Engineer-in-Training (APEGS-79028)
Accomplishments
- 3MT thesis Finalist-2025, representing Faculty of Engineering at University of Regina, CA
- Masters award, Thesis only and UR graduate scholarship receipt - University of Regina, CA
Timeline
Technical Assistant - Engineering Assessments
Water Security Agency - Government of Saskatchewan
05.2024 - Current
Research Assistant, Geotechnical Laboratory
University of Regina
01.2023 - 05.2024
Civil Engineer - Planning
State Engineering Corporation of Sri Lanka
01.2021 - 12.2022
Civil Engineer - Training
Central Engineering Consultancy Bureau
05.2019 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Science (Hons) - Civil Engineering
University of Moratuwa
Master of Applied Science - Environmental Systems Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering
University of Regina
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