Professional Qualification
Associate Member of the Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka (AIQSSL) with the title of ‘Chartered Quantity Surveyor’, (Since 25
th
July 2014).
Dip. in Commercial Arbitration in Institute of Commercial Law and Practice in Sri Lanka
(ICLP) (Since 13
th
July 2010).
Council Member of the Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka (IQSSL).
Visiting Lecturer University of Vocational Training Sri Lanka (UoVT.SL).
Assessor of the APC Panels of the IQSSL.
Assessor of the NVQ (National Vocational Qualification) awarding Panels of the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission in Sri Lanka (TVEC. SL). Education
Successfully competition of Master of Science (MSc) in Project Management in University of Moratuwa, Sri Lanka in February 2023.
Successfully competition of National Diploma in Engineering Sciences (NDES) in specializing in the field of Civil Engineering in 2003. Other Qualification
Qualified in Quantity Surveying in Pre Contract Phase at Center for Housing Planning and Building (CHPB) in Sri Lanka.
Qualified in Diploma in computer aided draught.
Computer literacy
Acquaint in Primavera Project Planner
Acquaint in Microsoft Project
Acquaint in AutoCAD
Acquaint Internet & Email
Acquaint in Microsoft Office
Soft Skills
Teamwork
Time Management
Organization
Verbal and Written Communication
Leadership
Emotional Intelligence
Adaptability/Flexibility
Problem-Solving/Conflict Resolution
Interpersonal Skills
Ch. QS. T. A. NISHA ANUPAMA THAMBUGALA
Chartered Quantity Surveyor, AIQSSL, MSc. in Project Management, Dip. In Civil Engineering, Dip. in Commercial Arbitration. Mobile:+947********, Whatsapp:+94-711******, Email: ******.*****@*****.*** CV – Nisha 2/4
Employment History and Experience
Staff Officer Quantity Surveyor, Squadron Leader (Commissioned Officer) - Sri Lanka Air Force, Air Force Headquarters, Colombo, Sri Lanka, July 2011 up to date Key Responsibilities – as Employer, Engineer, Contractor
Hold responsibility for Pre-contract administration & Post Contract management.
Preparation of Standard Operation Producers for formation Commanding Officers for Construction project in Sri Lanka Air force Establishments and External.
Administrating and recommending Bill of Material with finalization of specification.
Ensure Accuracy of tender documents with condition of contracts (SBD-CIDA, Sri Lanka).
Conduct pre bid meeting and chaired tender openings.
Holding Chairmen of the tender evaluation Committee and obtaining approvals required.
Administration of contract agreements along with comprehensive documentation related with contract awarding process.
Evaluation of variations and claims and involvement of negotiations to avoid disputes.
Administrating and recommending the rate of analysis and abstract of cost for construction works, scrutinizing the availability and the prices of construction materials in the market.
Progress Monitoring using MS Project & Participating for progress meeting and consulting matters on cost related activities.
Final account settlements and involvement in executive negotiations.
Evaluation of payment applications and preparation of payment certificates.
Cost controlling project inception to completion.
Evaluation of projects suspension cost and negotiates with contractors.
Administration of preparation of Request for Proposals (RFPs) for selection of Consultant over 3.0 Billion Projects and getting cabinet approval.
Coordinating with statutory bodies for obtaining required approvals. Quantity Surveyor, International Federation of Red Cross & Red Crescent Societies 104, Dharmapala Mawatha - Colombo 07, Sri Lanka, June 2005-December 2010, Key Responsibilities – as Employer
Worked as both Post Contract and Pre-Contract Quantity Surveyor.
Evaluation of payment applications and preparation of payment certificates.
Final account settlement and involvement in executive negotiations.
Preparation of BOQs, tender documents, cost plans, pre tender estimates, reviewed post- tender clarifications (financial/contractual) and forward recommendations, conduct pre Bid Meeting and tender evaluations, Chaired tender openings, Member of the Technical evaluation Committee and obtained approvals required.
Preparation of Cost reports a nd cash flow forecast.
Used different conditions of contracts that includes FIDIC 1987, 1999 & 2017 and SBD published by CIDA in Sri Lanka
Review of Contractor’s Variations (scope changes, drawings changes, specification changes) CV – Nisha 3/4
Review of Contractor’s Claims (time extensions, unforeseen ground conditions, unforeseen physical conditions, prolongation claims)
Handling Progress meetings and negotiation meetings.
Coordinated with design team of each project to get updated information to maintain high level of accuracy of estimates and cost plans.
Engaged with various projects procurement methods (e.g. Traditional; Design & Build).
Preparation of Acceptance letters, contract agreement & documentations related with contract awarding process.
Preparing rate of analysis and abstract of cost for construction works.
Monitoring the availability of construction materials in the market with their prices.
Progress Monitoring using Ms Project and preparation of monthly progress report.
Conducting of joint inspections liaise with consultants, contractors and Client in the instances of taking over the project, issuing practical completion certificate and performance certificate.
Take off quantities (SLS 573, CESMM3/4) for various purposes such as estimating, preparation/reviewing of BOQs and scrutinizing variations & claims. Quantity Surveyor, Sierra Construction Ltd
23, Havelock Road, Colombo – 05, Sri Lanka, December 2003 – June 2005, Key Responsibilities- As Contractor
Preparing of interim payment application.
Preparation of material procurement schedule.
Evaluation of interim payment applications of sub-contractors.
Variation assessment, negotiation and finalization.
Preparing of Rate Build up for variations.
Checking and certifying Subcontract valuation.
Negotiating and finalizing of sub contractors’ rates.
Preparation of material reconciliation report.
Preparing of monthly progress report, progress monitoring according to the Construction Program, maintain the Cash Flow, monitor the physical progress and financial progress using
‘S” Curve, Primavera Enterprises & MS Project.
Preparing of Pre-Qualification documents for successful tender.
Experienced ADB funded projects using FIDIC Condition of Contracts. Interest
Music & Travelling/Driving (licenses Sri Lanka), Spending time with family & Friends CV – Nisha 4/4
Personal Information
Full Name: Thambugala Athukoralalage Nisha Anupama Thambugala
National I.D. No: 778071770V
Date of Birth: November 02, 1977
Gender: Female
Nationality: Sri Lankan
Marital Status: Married
Permanent Address: 8
th
Lane, Kollupitiya, Sri Lanka
References
Available on request