Menuka (Max) Dassanayake, M.Eng., P.Eng. Email and Phone Number
Experienced geotechnical professional with 10+ years in the private consulting and public sector. Passionate about soil mechanics, finding undervalued stocks, cats, nature, deep space, science-fiction, the unknown....and more!
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Geotechnical EngineerCity Of Edmonton Sep 2020 - PresentEdmonton, Alberta, Canada -
Geotechnical Engineer-In-TrainingCity Of Edmonton Oct 2019 - Sep 2020 -
Geotechnical Engineer-In-TrainingClifton Oct 2017 - Oct 2019Calgary, Canada Area -
M.Eng. In Geotechnical EngineeringUniversity Of Alberta Sep 2016 - Aug 2017Edmonton, Canada AreaI pursued a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) degree in Geotechnical Engineering to further expand my technical knowledge. M.Eng. Research Project (May-August, 2017):Analysed the kinematics of the Ripley Landslide in the Ashcroft-Thompson River Valley in B.C., Canada under the supervision of Dr. Michael Hendry, Ph.D., P.Eng. Analyses included: GPS data, VWP data, SAA data, slope stability modelling with RocScience using Limit Equilibrium Methods (LEM), implemented strength reduction techniques, Thompson River water level Vs. estimated slide velocity vs. Piezometric head, etc. Courses (Winter 2017 Term):CIV E 690 - Advanced Foundation Engineering (A)CIV E 695 - Soil Structures (A)CIV E 799 LEC B3 - Advanced Topics in Soil Mechanics: Part I - Terrain Analysis & Part II - Site Characterization (A)CIV E 799 LEC B4 - Advanced Topics in Soil Mechanics: Rock Engineering (Elective) (A)Geotechnical Graduate LabsCourses (Fall 2016 Term):CIV E 664 - Solid Mechanics (A-)CIV E 680 - Engineering Properties of Soils (A+)CIV E 681 - Seepage & Drainage (A)CIV E 697 - Rock Engineering (B+)ENGG 600 - Engineering Ethics & Professionalism (CR)Geotechnical Graduate LabsEngineering SafetyCumulative GPA: 3.9/4.0 -
Geotechnical Engineer-In-TrainingClifton Dec 2014 - Aug 2016Edmonton, Canada AreaRFP/RFQ review, site reconnaissance, review of available geotechnical/geological records, proposal preparation, cost estimatingproject management including cost tracking, scheduling, correspondence with the project team, client(s) and sub-consultants/contractorssurveying of borehole locations with a hand held GPS device and interpreting survey data; assist site surveyor with topographical surveying as required, correspondence with the draftsmanPreparation of draft borehole location plansobtain Alberta-One-Call Clearance and other permits as required, supervise private utility locates conduct geotechnical site investigations to: determine the suitability of subsurface conditions for a proposed development, evaluate slope stability, analyze foundation heaving/settlement issuesexperienced in solid/hollow stem drilling, direct push, sonic drilling, and mud rotary able to install slope inclinometers, vibrating wire peizometers, and standpipes oversee the laboratory testing program - assign and analyze laboratory test data, correspond with external laboratories, provide guidance to laboratory technicians as required; preparation of soil borehole logs via Logplot 7 software; analyze field and laboratory test data using pivot tablesdraft report writing, estimate soil bearing capacities for recommended foundation types, prepare model slope and analyze the factor of safety and the corresponding critical failure plane for slope stability assessments, correspondence with senior geotechnical engineer(s), submit draft report for senior review and make adjustments as necessary, assisting the office administrator with compiling the final reportoffer consultation to clients in identifying and mitigating risks while minimizing costs and maintaining quality servicebusiness development - participating in site meetings with prospective clients, attending cooperate and client eventscompleting various administrative tasks as required -
TechnicianClifton Aug 2014 - Nov 2014Edmonton, Canada AreaProvided on-site materials testing, soil and concrete, for a Plains Midstream ULC project in Fort Saskatchewan, AB, which is a natural gas fractionation and underground storage facilityConducted topographical surveying with Trimble TSC3 to estimate quantity(volume) of material moved and submitted survey data to the draftsman end of each monthPrepared density test reports, other documents and other technical work as requested by clientProcessed and analyzed of survey data using Carlson 2014, developed 3D surface maps and contour plots for analysis, identified and solved any anomalies, if present.Assisted the project engineer with site-work, provided continuous updates and coordinated technical services requested by client from the Edmonton office. -
B.Sc. In Civil Engineering (Co-Op Program)University Of Alberta Sep 2010 - Dec 2014Edmonton, Canada AreaSpecialized in Geotechnical Design ( Design project : ICE building foundation and excavation shoring design at U of A , grade recieved : A+ , no. of group members : 04) and;Structural Design ( Design project : Design of the superstructure for the proposed Athabasca River Bridge at Athabasca, AB, designed a plate girder structure and a concrete NU 2800 girder structure for the preliminary design and the steel plate girder bridge was carried on to the final design as it was analyzed to be more feasible, grade received : B+, no. of group members : 04) -
Geotechnical Assistant (5Th Co-Op Work Term)Lwl Engineering Ltd. May 2014 - Jul 2014Edmonton, Canada AreaAssisted geotechnical engineers with conducting site investigations, preparing proposals, reportsConstructed and analyzed models for slope stability using GeoStuido Slope/WReviewed architectural drawings to check if specifications outlined by the client and/or City is metDrafted site-plans, soil stratigraphies using AutoCADDesigned screw piles to meet axial loads provided by clientEstimated pile capacities and bearing capacity of soil for various projectsPrepared borehole logs using gINT, analyzied the soil properties and corelations between SPT (N) values and Atterberg Limits Conductied visual inspection of soil, SPT tests, soil sampling Designed AB stone retaining walls using Vespa for commercial and residential projectsAssisted geotechnical engineers with project management tasks.
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Surveyor ( 4Th Co-Op Work Term)Al-Terra Engineering Ltd. May 2013 - Aug 2013Edmonton, Canada Areaheavy exposure to sub-division development/construction and municipal engineering principles• effectively used TSC3 GPS controller for topographical surveying, as-builts and stakeouts • proved the ability to meet deadlines and worked efficiently in a time -constrained environment • analyzed and interpreted GPS survey data with AutoCAD 2013• assisted engineers/E.I.Ts , participated in regular health and safety meetings and prepared site hazard assessments and daily reports -
Junior Geotechnical Assistant ( 3Rd Co-Op Work Term)Golder Associates May 2012 - Sep 2012Edmonton, Canada Area-conducted laboratory tests to determine Atterberg Limits of soil, standard proctor values and moisture content analysis -prepared site inspection reports and field level hazard assessment reports-compaction testing of soil using a nuclear densometer-tested pre-cast concrete for air, slump and compression strength-site inspection , aided professional engineers with drilling & piling inspection -
Quality Control Technician ( 1St & 2Nd Co-Op Work Terms)Stel-Marr Concrete Ltd. May 2011 - Nov 2011Strathcona Country, Ab, CanadaConducted field testing on fresh concrete : air ( pressure method), slump, unit weight, casting of cylinder specimens / fixed concrete loads on site ( proper addition of admixtures: powdered AEA, liquid /powdered SP) to meet client requirements. Testing on hardened concrete : conducted compressive strength tests at 7, 14, 28, 56, and 90 daysConducted trial batches for high flow concrete.
Menuka (Max) Dassanayake, M.Eng., P.Eng. Education Details
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3.9/4.0 -
Geotechnical -
First Year Engineering -
Harry Ainlay High Schol12 -
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Menuka (Max) Dassanayake, M.Eng., P.Eng. works for City Of Edmonton
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Menuka (Max) Dassanayake, M.Eng., P.Eng.'s current role is Geotechnical Engineer at City of Edmonton.
What schools did Menuka (Max) Dassanayake, M.Eng., P.Eng. attend?
Menuka (Max) Dassanayake, M.Eng., P.Eng. attended University Of Alberta, University Of Alberta, Macewan University, Harry Ainlay High Schol, Ananda College.
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