Kajanthini Sivanesan
Pickering
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented Quantity Surveyor with over three years of experience in managing and overseeing building and infrastructure projects. Proven expertise in cost estimation, contract management, and project documentation. Eager to contribute to the development of the organization while implementing knowledge gained and developing professional skills. Organized Quantity Surveyor possessing in-depth knowledge of project planning, cost analysis, and scheduling. Prepares project estimates, tracks and analyzes project costs, and evaluates proposal specifications. Customer-focused individual commended for managing 20 projects.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Quantity Surveyor
M&T Cost Engineering
02.2024 - 01.2025
- Project Measurement and Cost Estimation: Performed detailed measurements across 35 projects, focusing on architectural works to accurately prepare cost estimates and enhance financial planning.
- Utilization of BuildSoft: Employed BuildSoft to meticulously prepare Bills of Quantities, ensuring all materials and work requirements were accurately accounted for and documented.
- Measurement Analysis with Cost X: Leveraged Cost X for precise takeoff measurements, streamlining the estimation process and improving project accuracy across various initiatives.
Quantity Surveyor
Egis International & Greentech Ltd
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Led Preliminary Estimations and BOQ Preparation: Spearheaded the preliminary estimation and crafted the Bill of Quantities for the rehabilitation and maintenance of 74.38 km of rural roads in the Eastern Province, ensuring detailed accuracy and compliance with project standards.
- Managed Financial Valuations: Oversaw project valuations and managed interim payment applications for projects exceeding Rs 2 billion, ensuring timely financial transactions and budget adherence.
- Prepared Interim Payment Certificates: Successfully prepared and processed over 15 Interim Payment Certificates, facilitating ongoing project liquidity and financial oversight.
- Variation and Prolongation Evaluation: Evaluated and approved over 8 variation and prolongation applications, ensuring all project changes were justified and accurately documented.
- Conducted Comprehensive Site Assessments: Performed detailed site assessments, joint measurements, and quantification of variations and extra works, enhancing project accuracy and operational efficiency.
Project Quantity Surveyor
Link Engineering (Pvt) Ltd
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Drafted and Managed Interim Payment Application Bills: Successfully processed over 10 interim bill applications, ensuring timely payment and cash flow continuity for projects worth over Rs 2 billion.
- Subcontractor and Labor Management: Supervised contracts for 20+ subcontractors and maintained labor records for 50 workers, boosting on-site efficiency by 30% and ensuring compliance with labor laws.
- Project Documentation and Reporting: Produced monthly progress reports and handled all project variation orders and BOQ contract documents, significantly aiding in project adjustments and maintaining budget control.
- Cost and Resource Management: Conducted preliminary estimations for projects totaling over Rs 3 billion, managed material costs and deliveries, and evaluated subcontractor bids to optimize budget and resource allocation.
- Technical Proficiency and Compliance: Utilized AutoCAD for project design changes and stayed current with industry regulations to ensure all cost estimates complied with relevant laws.
Coop Quantity Surveyor
Link Engineering (Pvt) Ltd
02.2019 - 06.2019
- Assisted in Managing Interim Payment Application Bills: Helped process over 4 interim bill applications, ensuring timely payments and maintaining cash flow for projects valued at Rs 650 million.
- Supported Subcontractor and Labor Management: Assisted in overseeing contracts for 20+ subcontractors and maintained labor records for 50 workers, contributing to operational compliance and efficiency.
- Project Documentation and Reporting: Aided in producing monthly progress reports and managing documentation for project variations and Bills of Quantities (BOQ), significantly supporting project adjustments and budget control.
- Technical Proficiency and Compliance: Utilized AutoCAD for project design modifications and remained updated with industry regulations to assist in ensuring compliance and accuracy in cost estimates.
Coop Quantity Surveyor
Design Advocacy (Pvt) Ltd
02.2019 - 06.2019
- Assisted in Takeoff Measurements: Supported the performance of takeoff measurements to prepare cost estimates and Bills of Quantities (BOQ) for various projects.
- Supported Tender Document Preparation: Helped in preparing tender documents, ensuring thoroughness and accuracy for project bidding processes.
- Coordinated Material and Schedule Management: Aided in managing costs, coordinating material availability, and ensuring timely delivery from suppliers, aligning with project schedules effectively.
Education
B.Sc. (Hons) - Quantity Surveying
University of Moratuwa
01.2020
G.C.E. Advanced Level - undefined
T/Sri Shanmuga Hindu Ladies' College
01.2015
Skills
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office suite, Cost X, BuildSoft
- Efficient Learning Ability
- Effective Negotiation Skills
- Report preparation
- Resource forecasting
- Document preparation
- Project coordination
- Contract support
- Cost control
- Technical drawing
- Dispute resolution
- Cost estimation
- Risk analysis
- Value engineering
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Deadline-Oriented Planning
- Feasibility studies
Languages
English
Tamil
Certifications And Memberships
- Graduate Member, Institute of Quantity Surveyors in Sri Lanka (IQSSL)
- Student Member, Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
Timeline
Quantity Surveyor
M&T Cost Engineering
02.2024 - 01.2025
Quantity Surveyor
Egis International & Greentech Ltd
01.2022 - 12.2022
Project Quantity Surveyor
Link Engineering (Pvt) Ltd
09.2021 - 12.2021
Coop Quantity Surveyor
Link Engineering (Pvt) Ltd
02.2019 - 06.2019
Coop Quantity Surveyor
Design Advocacy (Pvt) Ltd
02.2019 - 06.2019
G.C.E. Advanced Level - undefined
T/Sri Shanmuga Hindu Ladies' College
B.Sc. (Hons) - Quantity Surveying
University of Moratuwa
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