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•Carrying out industry consultations under the close supervision of senior academic staff members and industry experts to provide high-quality services to clients regarding geotechnical investigation, rock and soil testing's and drone surveying’s.•Conducting research in Remote Sensing and GIS and Geotechnical Engineering•Conducting laboratory sessions for undergraduates regarding Soil Mechanics, Rock Mechanics, Extraction Metallurgy, and Analytical methods. (Compressive Strength Test… Show more •Carrying out industry consultations under the close supervision of senior academic staff members and industry experts to provide high-quality services to clients regarding geotechnical investigation, rock and soil testing's and drone surveying’s.•Conducting research in Remote Sensing and GIS and Geotechnical Engineering•Conducting laboratory sessions for undergraduates regarding Soil Mechanics, Rock Mechanics, Extraction Metallurgy, and Analytical methods. (Compressive Strength Test, Triaxial Test, Point Load Test etc.)•Carrying out drone surveys with high resolution sensors and multispectral image data.•Carrying out RTK drone surveying and producing high accurate maps.•Reserve estimation calculation for aggregate quarries using 3D survey models.•Land survey using modern Differential GPS equipment’s.•Processing drone image data and producing survey maps, 3D models and GIS operation (Utilizing Arcmap software).•Blast designs for open pit quarries and underwater rock demolition works. Show less

•Conducting research and development on UAV solutions, drone services, and image processing and mapping using DJI Terra, PIX4d, and ArcGIS•Facilitating technical discussions with industry experts and the divisional team on emerging drone technology with a focus on the construction industry.•Developing customized solutions for aerial mapping and photogrammetry to meet client requirements in collaboration with the division team.•Carrying out mapping missions using a variety of… Show more •Conducting research and development on UAV solutions, drone services, and image processing and mapping using DJI Terra, PIX4d, and ArcGIS•Facilitating technical discussions with industry experts and the divisional team on emerging drone technology with a focus on the construction industry.•Developing customized solutions for aerial mapping and photogrammetry to meet client requirements in collaboration with the division team.•Carrying out mapping missions using a variety of sensors, including Lidar, multispectral, and thermal sensors•Creating and editing high-quality map products for engineering reports such as environmental analyses, site selections, and geotechnical desktop studies•Collaborating with government authorities on projects related to future developments.•Provide regular updates to senior management on project planning status, including potential risks and opportunities.•Ensure that project records and documents are accurate and up to date.•Review the consultant comments on quality & design and provide technical solutions to solve arising issues. Show less

•Supervision of TBM tunneling works, deep excavation, deep structure construction. •Implemented and managed Quality Assurance processes and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards, project specifications, and regulatory requirements throughout the construction phases of the tunnels.•Conducted thorough inspections and testing of construction materials, equipment, and workmanship to verify compliance with quality standards and specifications.•Prepared detailed QA/QC… Show more •Supervision of TBM tunneling works, deep excavation, deep structure construction. •Implemented and managed Quality Assurance processes and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards, project specifications, and regulatory requirements throughout the construction phases of the tunnels.•Conducted thorough inspections and testing of construction materials, equipment, and workmanship to verify compliance with quality standards and specifications.•Prepared detailed QA/QC reports, including inspection findings, test results, non-conformance issues, and corrective actions taken, ensuring accurate and comprehensive documentation for project records.•Monitored construction activities to ensure adherence to approved plans, design specifications, and contractual requirements, identifying and addressing any deviations or non-compliance promptly. Show less

•Geotechnical investigation along the tunnel and channel section and geotechnical data evaluation, obtained from borehole investigation were carried out. •Monitored construction activities to ensure adherence to approved plans, design specifications, and contractual requirements, identifying and addressing any deviations or non-compliance promptly.•Provided on-site supervision and technical support, collaborating with contractors, subcontractors, and site personnel to ensure… Show more •Geotechnical investigation along the tunnel and channel section and geotechnical data evaluation, obtained from borehole investigation were carried out. •Monitored construction activities to ensure adherence to approved plans, design specifications, and contractual requirements, identifying and addressing any deviations or non-compliance promptly.•Provided on-site supervision and technical support, collaborating with contractors, subcontractors, and site personnel to ensure construction activities were executed according to design specifications and project schedules.•Implemented and enforced strict health and safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment, mitigating risks and promoting a culture of safety among project teams.•Liaise with the project engineer and the construction manager to develop project documents such as project schedules, risk assessment documents, and progress reports, and monitor the execution of contract work for compliance with design plans.•Liaise with different teams of the consultant (Yooshin Engineering.) and the client by attending weekly progress meetings, design review meetings, safety meetings, etc. to achieve the project deliverables. Show less

•Conducting practical and tutorial sessions for undergraduates. (Focused on laboratory tests about materials, Geotechnical Investigations, soil mechanics, mineral processing. (Atterberg limit test, Field density test, Sieve analysis, Particle size distribution test) •Assisted in administrative tasks such as maintaining student records, monitoring attendance, and participating in program reviews and accreditation processes.•Conducted academic research, published scholarly articles, and… Show more •Conducting practical and tutorial sessions for undergraduates. (Focused on laboratory tests about materials, Geotechnical Investigations, soil mechanics, mineral processing. (Atterberg limit test, Field density test, Sieve analysis, Particle size distribution test) •Assisted in administrative tasks such as maintaining student records, monitoring attendance, and participating in program reviews and accreditation processes.•Conducted academic research, published scholarly articles, and contributed to the knowledge base of the field to demonstrate commitment to professional growth and excellence in the discipline of geotechnical engineering and Remote sensing and GIS. Show less

•Actively participated in two major construction projects in Sri Lanka, including the Land Slide mitigation project (CRIP) and Bored Piling project, gaining hands-on experience in geotechnical engineering practices.•Developed a strong understanding of geotechnical laboratory procedures and protocols, assisting in soil testing, rock testing, and concrete testing activities. (Triaxial test, Uniaxial test, LAAV test, Proctor Compaction test, Atterberg limit test, Sieve Analysis, Cone… Show more •Actively participated in two major construction projects in Sri Lanka, including the Land Slide mitigation project (CRIP) and Bored Piling project, gaining hands-on experience in geotechnical engineering practices.•Developed a strong understanding of geotechnical laboratory procedures and protocols, assisting in soil testing, rock testing, and concrete testing activities. (Triaxial test, Uniaxial test, LAAV test, Proctor Compaction test, Atterberg limit test, Sieve Analysis, Cone penetration test, Pile Dynamic Test, Static Load Test, etc.)•Familiarized with quality control standards and procedures during testing processes, guaranteeing the accuracy and reliability of test results and reports.•Familiarized with open pit mining operations, specifically in B grade Quarrying, gaining insights into the excavation and extraction of minerals and geological materials.•Prepared comprehensive test reports summarizing the findings and observations from soil, rock, and concrete testing, effectively communicating the results to senior engineers and project stakeholders.•Worked collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including geotechnical engineers, construction professionals, and laboratory technicians, to ensure smooth project execution and timely delivery of test results. Show less