Sandhya Weerasekara

I am a generalist civil engineering professional with structural design, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. I possess strong knowledge of Microsoft software packages, including Word, Excel, Teams, and Outlook. My ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks effectively has been a key asset in my career. I also have good leadership, motivational, and people management skills, which enable me to inspire and guide teams towards achieving their goals. Additionally, I am comfortable interacting with various levels of management and across multiple disciplines, ensuring smooth and efficient project execution.

I am a versatile civil engineering professional with extensive experience in design and project management. 

Currently, I work as a Design Engineer at Future Valleys Construction, FCC Construcción, on the A465 Heads of the Valleys project in Wales. This role has provided me with significant expertise in Common Data Environment (CDE) within a BIM level 2 framework, aligned with ISO 19650 standards. I coordinate drawing approvals, design temporary works, and manage design-related issues using ViewPoint for Projects. 

Previously, I served as a Design Engineer at Southern Provincial Engineering Services in Sri Lanka, where I specialized in transforming creative ideas into practical solutions, performing load calculations, and developing detailed structural designs using ETABS software. My role involved evaluating bids, managing contracts, and ensuring project compliance. 

I also have substantial experience as a District Engineer at the District Secretariat in Galle, Sri Lanka, overseeing engineering projects and ensuring adherence to standards. Earlier in my career, 

I worked as a Site Engineer at Maga Engineering (Pte) Ltd in Colombo, Sri Lanka, managing site operations and coordinating with teams to meet project milestones.

M.Sc. in Structural Engineering
The University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka

• Research publication: "The Investigation of Effectiveness of Strengthening by Injecting Grout to Walls in Heritage Buildings in Galle Fort, Sri Lanka"

B.Sc. Engineering Degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering
The University of Ruhuna, Sri Lanka