Project Management Construction Manager

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Engr. Vincetan Sooriyaarachchi

MSc (PM), FQSi, FIIE(SL)IEng, MRICS, MCIOB,

Chartered Quantity Surveyor, Chartered Construction Manager, Incorporated Engineer

+973-******** Riffa, Bahrain **********@*****.***

Project Management Contract Management Cost Management Quantity Surveying

• Results-oriented Contracts, Commercial, and Project Management professional with 35 years of experience in diverse roles within the construction industry. Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to budgetary and timeline constraints. Adept at leading multi- disciplinary teams and fostering strong client relationships.

• Managed different kinds of projects: 13 years of experience in high-rise building and housing projects. 10 years of experience in marine and infrastructure work (dredging, reclamation, quay walls, Jetty, port construction, and associated infrastructure works). 12 years of experience in roads, bridges, drainage, utilities, and irrigation Projects.

• Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering complex projects on time and within budget. Career at a Glance

Core Competencies & Key Skill Sets

Contracts & Project Management

Cost Planning and Analysis

Cash Flow Forecast

Budget Control

Rate Buildup & Estimation

Interim and Final Valuations

Commercial & Cost Management

Risk, and Value Management

Value Engineering

Pre-Tender Estimation

Construction Management

Maintenance & Facility Management

Data Centers

Malls with attractions, Cinemas

Star class hotels

Cinema constructions

High-rise Building Projects

Marine and infrastructure projects

IT SKILLS: MS Office, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, AUTOCAD, Bluebeam Major Responsibilities & Experience

• Pre-contract quantity Surveying practices from design inception, feasibility study, preparation of BoQ, cost planning, cost estimate, preparation of tender document, tender evaluation, tender report, tender negotiations, preparation of Contract document, etc.

• Post-contract quantity Surveying practices from quantity take-off, value engineering, cost reports, valuations, evaluations, negotiations, variations, dealing claims, payment certificates, Contract administration, final account, etc.

• Construction field practices from work programming, resource allocation, supervision, preparation of payment applications, collecting data for claims, project administration, subcontract agreement, evaluation of subcontractors’ invoices, monitoring, quality control, HSE procedure practices, etc.

• Project Management, Contract administration, construction management, supervision of consultants, subordinate staff and contractors, office administration, coordination and liaisons with all stakeholders of projects, and Government Authorities, and organizing and conducting meetings etc.

Career History

Bahrain 2024 – To date

Contract Manager Jun 2024 – to date

Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with clients and lead consultants.

Monitor contract performance, address any issues or disputes that arise, manage contract renewals, variations, and extensions.

Manage payments, invoicing, and ensure timely receipt of client payments.

Identify and mitigate contractual and financial risks associated with projects.

Provide training to staff on contract and commercial management best practices.

Lead the tendering process, including preparation of tender documents and evaluation of bids. Infrastructure

Department Head

ASRY

Contract

Manager/Acting

DGM/Consultant

M.A.Y Almezeal

Commercial

Manager

Linesigh

General Manager -

Contracts & Project

M.A.Y Almezeal

Contract Manager

Bahrain

Dec 2010 – Dec 2017

Jan 2018 – Jul 2019

Jul 2019 – Dec 2020

Jan 2021 – Dec 2023

Jun 2024 – To date

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M. A. Y. Al Mezeal Construction & Services 2021 – 2023 General Manager – Contracts & Project Jan 2021 – Dec 2023

Develop and lead the company's operation, commercial, Pre/Post Contract departments, maintenance and Facility management projects of own buildings and properties belongs to Ministry of Housing at various locations in Bahrain.

Provide commercial management and oversight for major competitive tenders and proposals during the pre-contract phase.

Ensure all operations are carried out timely in a cost-effective manner.

Oversee monthly payment applications with clients through payments.

Assist QS department to compile variations and claims in line with the conditions of contracts and involved in contractual discussions. Linesight 2019 – 2020

Commercial Manager Jul 2019 – Dec 2020

Managed Cost Management of Amazon Data Centres in Bahrain and represented the employer for all contractual and commercial matters of the Bahrain Marina Development project in pre contract stage. M. A. Y. Al Mezeal Construction & Services 2018 – 2019 Contracts Manager/Acting DGM/Consultant Jan 2018 – Jul 2019 Career growth: Contracts Manager Acting DGM

Overall management of the company, overseeing Pre and Post Contract works.

Conducting Quantity Surveying, estimating, Tendering, and budgeting activities.

Managing Contract Administration scopes, including preparation and review of tender submissions.

Performing rate analysis and preparation of claims.

Conducting meetings with clients and consultants.

Preparing subcontract agreements.

Certifying subcontractors' payment certifications. Arab Shipbuilding and Repair Yard Co. (ASRY) 2010 – 2017 Infrastructure Department Head Dec 2010 – Dec 2017 Career growth: Quantity Surveyor Internal Development Projects Engineer Infrastructure Department Head

Served as Project and Contracts manager for various types of projects, including: New buildings, maintenance projects, Yard expansion and facility management.

Managed projects involving: dredging & reclamation, quay wall construction, construction of workshops, infrastructure works, services, road constructions and general civil rehabilitation and maintenance works of the yard.

Oversaw all aspects of project execution, including coordination of resources, scheduling, budgeting, and quality control.

Involved in procurement of design and supervision consultants for construction of office buildings and major civil rehabilitation works on marine structures.

De Leeuw - ME 2008 – 2010

Quantity Surveyor/Cost Consultant Jun 2008 – Nov 2010

Water Garden City Construction Project, Kingdom of Bahrain:

Project Scope: Covered a 600,000m2 area involving dredging & reclamation, quay walls, beaches, marina, and associated infrastructure works.

Project Value: USD 200 million.

Managed all Quantity Surveying and Contract administration matters.

Handled activities from pre-contract stage to the final account phase.

Represented the client throughout the project duration. DG Jones & Partners ME 2006 – 2008

Quantity Surveyor/ Cost Consultant May 2006 – Jun 2008

Bahrain City Centre Construction Project, Kingdom of Bahrain:

Project Scope: One of the largest projects on the island.

Construction Components: Shopping mall, Five-star hotel, Water theme park, 20 cinema screens, Story car park building, Large food court, Various leisure activity areas.

Provided Quantity Surveying and Cost consultancy services.

Managed cost estimation, budgeting, and contract administration.

Ensured adherence to project specifications and budget constraints. G.P. Zachariades Group 2004 – 2006

Project Quantity Surveyor Nov 2004 – Apr 2006

Post contract works of Construction of high-rise building Projects valued at USD 75 million. Curriculum Vitae – Vincetan Basil Page 3 of 3

Commenced Career History

Kumagai Gumi Co. 1997 – 2004

Site Manager Jul 1997 – Nov 2004

Career growth: Civil Engineer Site Manager

Baseline road extension and expansion Project and Southern expressway construction project in Sri Lanka. Projects valued at USD 1,200 mil. 4 Sri Lanka Engineers Regiment (V) 1996 – 1997

Officer in Command - Projects Oct 1996 – Jun 1997

Commando Training School rehabilitation & improvement project in Sri Lanka. Projects valued at USD 40 million. Sumitomo Corporation 1994 – 1996

Civil Engineer Aug 1994 – Sep 1996

Greater Colombo telecommunication network improvement and extension Project in Sri Lanka. Projects valued at USD 300 million. Penta Ocean/ Wakachiku 1992 – 1994

Civil Engineer Aug 1992 – Aug 1994

Port of Colombo extension and improvement Project in Sri Lanka. Projects valued at USD 500 million. 4 Sri Lanka Engineers Regiment (V) 1991 – 1992

Cadet Officer/Project Officer Jul 1991 – Aug 1992

Sri Lanka Military Academy/SL Army various projects. Maga Engineering Pte. 1990 – 1991

Assistant Engineer Apr 1990 – Jul 1991

Police station complex construction Project, Habarana, Sri Lanka. Jayarathne Contractors Pvt. 1989 – 1990

Assistant Engineer Nov 1989 – Apr 1990

Construction of Substation buildings of Samanalawewa Hydropower Project in Sri Lanka. Education & Professional Development & Affiliations

MSc in Project Management - Sheffield Hallam University in the United Kingdom.

National Diploma in Engineering Sciences in Civil Engineering.

Graduateship in Civil Engineering of City and Guilds of London Institute.

Successfully completed the CCC/CCE exam preparatory course.

Certificate in Project Management and planning.

Certificate on Utilization of Heavy Construction Equipment. Affiliations

Fellow of Quantity Surveyors International (FQSi - 4314).

Chartered Quantity Surveyor, Professional Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS -1228163).

Chartered Construction Manager, Professional Member of the Chartered Institute of Builders (MCIOB - 2024554).

Incorporated Engineer, Fellow of Institution of Incorporated Engineers in Sri Lanka [(FIIE (SL) IEng. – F/0074].

Student member of New Zealand Institute of Quantity Surveyors (Member Code M:13775) President of Sri Lankan Quantity Surveyors – Bahrain - 2016/17. Former Vice President of Sri Lankan Engineering Society – Bahrain. EC. Member in 3 years of Sri Lankan Engineering Society – Bahrain. Personal & Other Details

Date of Birth : 05 April 1965

Marital Status : Married

Nationality : Sri Lankan

Resident : Bahrain

Driving License : Bahrain & Sri Lanka

Languages : English, Sinhalese

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