Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
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Kalana Samarasinghe

Kalana Samarasinghe

White Rock,BC

Summary

Experienced Building Manager with a solid background in managing building operations, including maintenance, custodial tasks, and security. Strengths lie in problem-solving abilities, budget management, and operational efficiency. Previous roles involved improving tenant satisfaction rates through efficient responses to service requests and the implementation of preventive maintenance programs. Demonstrated ability in effectively coordinating team efforts, leading to smooth daily operations.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Strata Building Manager

BCS 2762 Cora Towers
Coquitlam, British Columbia
02.2023 - Current
  • Oversee the operations, general repair, and maintenance of the strata property.
  • Respond to emergencies as directed by the strata council.
  • Compile monthly reports on damage, repairs, bylaw infractions, and submit them to the strata council and strata agent.
  • Manage amenity room bookings and reservations, including fee collection.
  • Interact professionally with residents and guests, and provide assistance as needed.
  • Attend meetings with the strata council and strata agent.
  • Ensure compliance with the Strata Property Act, SBC 1998, c. 43, and all applicable bylaws.
  • Solicit competitive proposals for maintenance and repair, and keep a record of approved vendors.
  • Coordinate with vendors, procure supplies, and facilitate access to common areas.
  • Promptly deliver collected funds to the strata agent.
  • Supervise staff, and ensure quality control of vendors' work.

Residential Building Manager

Rockwell Management Inc
Vancouver, BC
12.2021 - 02.2023

• Overseeing all building maintenance, repairs, and day-to-day operations.

• Monitoring and maintaining the cleanliness of all common areas.

• Handling tenant move-ins and move-outs efficiently and professionally.

• Advertising vacant units, screening potential tenants, and managing rental agreements.

• Ensure compliance with the Residential Tenancy Branch (RTB) rules and regulations.

• Developing and implementing emergency procedures and protocols.

• Maintaining recreation facilities in excellent operating condition.

• Protecting the safety of the building's residents and visitors.

• Scheduling service calls and/or follow-up calls with building repair contractors.

• Interacting and negotiating with external service suppliers.

• Regularly inspecting the building and writing reports.

• Assuring that facilities adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and construction requirements.

• Responding to tenant inquiries and requests, and addressing any concerns that may arise.

• Managing petty cash, purchase orders, and account transactions.

• Producing detailed reports to track trends and keep senior management informed.

• Evaluating and recommending changes in rental pricing strategies to remain competitive in the market.

Assistant Manager

Commercial Credit and Finance PLC
01.2016 - 07.2021
  • Accountable for the entire credit granting process, including the consistent application of a credit policy, periodic credit reviews of existing customers, and the assessment of the creditworthiness of potential customers.
  • Recommended loan approvals and denials based on customer loan application reviews.
  • Prepared monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
  • Monitored performance and completed performance appraisals for reports.
  • Performed banking, business administration and financial tasks to guarantee five-star service for clients.

Senior Executive

Commercial Credit & Finance PLC
08.2014 - 12.2015
  • Evaluate, authorize or recommend approval of commercial, real estate, Or credit loans
  • Advise borrowers on financial status and methods of payment.
  • Oversaw reporting, documentation and recordkeeping requirements for department.
  • Monitored accounts for signs of fraud and non-payment issues.

Administrative Assistant

Lb Finance PLC
08.2012 - 07.2014
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
  • Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
  • Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
  • Filed paperwork, sorted and delivered mail, and maintained office organization.
  • Monitored supervisor's work calendar and scheduled appointments, meetings and travel.
  • Coached new employees on administrative procedures, company policies and performance standards.
  • Communicated professionally with colleagues, clients.

Education

MBA - Master of Business Administration

University of Canada West
Vancouver, BC
10.2022

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
05.2018

Skills

  • Property Maintenance
  • Customer Service and Support
  • Overseeing Building Security
  • Maintaining Equipment
  • Property Management
  • Project Management
  • Facility operations

Languages

4

Certification

  • BCRPA pool operator course

Timeline

Strata Building Manager

BCS 2762 Cora Towers
02.2023 - Current

Residential Building Manager

Rockwell Management Inc
12.2021 - 02.2023

Assistant Manager

Commercial Credit and Finance PLC
01.2016 - 07.2021

Senior Executive

Commercial Credit & Finance PLC
08.2014 - 12.2015

Administrative Assistant

Lb Finance PLC
08.2012 - 07.2014

MBA - Master of Business Administration

University of Canada West

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

Wayamba University of Sri Lanka
Kalana Samarasinghe