Rajesh Silva

Experience

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  Sierra Construction (Pvt) Ltd

  Jul 2008 - Feb 2019

  Supply and Laying of 250 km HDPE, DI transmission Main, Sub-Main and Distribution Mains Studied the contract documents to identify contractual discrepancies, and applied early actions appropriately. Reviewed original work scope, determined actual required foreign material list for procurement and revised the forecast BOQ accordingly. Developed the project risk matrix, and prepared suggestions and proposals to implement risk management plan. Prepared the Master Work Program and Detailed Work Programs using project planning software.  Updated and monitored the project progress, forecasted the possible delays & then implemented recovery plans for identified delays  Preparation of cash flow and forecast project budget. Construction of physical and financial S-Curve to track work progress for monitoring and reporting purpose. Developed resources forecast (manpower, machineries and material) schedules. Implemented effective cost control measures to minimize cost overrun. Executed the project works complying to contract, technical specifications, within approved budget & time schedule ensuring the quality control and quality assurance (QA/QC) and safety. Establishment of site safety and conducting regular meetings to uphold safety measures. Advising for preparation of sub-contract documents. Effectively liaison with project stakeholders during the project execution. Preparing of method of statements for special activities. Delegated tasks to subordinates. Reviewed the issued construction drawings to evaluate constructability. Advising procurement team for materials supply, and following up the supply chain for smooth construction avoiding possible delays Attending for monthly progress meetings with Client, Consultant, Head Office etc. Checked and certified the interim bills/claims prepared for Sub Contractors against monthly work done invoiced to company, and made necessary recommendations to special payments Show less Supply & Laying of 400 km HDPE/DI Pipes for Distribution Network Review original work scope by undertaking field site survey, and determine actual foreign material list for ordering and revising forecast BOQ accordingly. Identify project risk matrix, and preparation of suggestions and proposals to implement risk mitigation plan. Preparation of Master Work Program and Detailed Work Programs using project planning software.  Updating and monitoring of project progress, forecasting possible delays & implementation of recovery plans if delays are encountered Development and implementation of strategic project management systems to meet business objectives, and uphold the core values of business. Preparation of cash flow and forecast project budget. Construction of physical and financial S-Curve to track work progress for monitoring and reporting purpose. Develop resources forecast (manpower, machineries and material) schedules required for budget forecast and work execution. Implementation of cost control measures to minimize cost overrun. Execution of Project according to the contract, technical specifications, within approved budget & time schedule complying to Quality control and quality assurance (QA/QC) and safety. Organizing and implementation of project QA/QC plans. Implementation and managing site safety, issuing site instructions on safety, and conducting regular meetings to uphold safety measures. Advice Quantity Surveyors for preparation of cost estimates, variation orders and main invoices, and following up. Closely liaison with project stakeholders (Client, consultant, road authorities, local government bodies and other relevant parties) for the execution of work. Coordination and supervision of subordinates’ and subcontractors’ activities on site. Delegate tasks to subordinates. Attending monthly meetings with Client, Consultant, Head Office etc. to discuss and solve issues. Show less

  • Project Manager

    Jan 2018 - Feb 2019

  • Deputy Project Manager

    Dec 2015 - Dec 2017

  • Project Engineer

    Feb 2015 - Nov 2015

  • Project Manager

    Jan 2014 - Feb 2015

  • Project Engineer

    Jun 2012 - Jan 2014

  • Project Engineer

    Sept 2011 - May 2012

  • Planning Engineer

    Jan 2010 - Aug 2011

  • Site Engineer

    Jul 2009 - Dec 2009

  • Planning Engineer

    Jul 2008 - Jun 2009
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  Ceywater Consultants Pvt Ltd

  Feb 2019 - Jan 2023

  Structural Engineer

  Water Supply Project - Intake 294,000 m3/d, 140,000 m3/d water treatment plant, Transmission & distribution pipelines Structural design of concrete structures in water treatment plant, low rise buildings, retaining walls, pipelines associated structures, pumping stations, ground water reservoirs etc. Structural design of steel structures (pipe supporting steel bridge crossings, steel ware houses) and steel works in structures of the water treatment plant, low rise buildings, pipelines associated structures, pumping stations, ground water reservoirs etc. Managed the geotechnical investigation activities Effective coordinated and collaborated with the other engineering disciplines. Supported Team Leader at decision making in economical structural configurations. Liaised with Team Leader, Client and other engineering disciplines for integrity Carried out routine site inspections and proposed appropriate design Managed the project works from the initial design stage through construction phase by attending site inspections, recording existing field conditions etc. Prepared the design calculations and design reports using hand calculations, spreadsheets and software. Liaised with stakeholders, client, consultant, local authorities & institutions, public & subcontractors and developed positive relationship with them.And, structural analysis and structural design of concrete & steel structures/ steelworks of the following projects. Water Supply Project- 17,500 m3/d water treatment plant, service ground reservoirs & elevated water reservoirs Water Supply Project - 9,400 m3/d water treatment plant, transmission & distribution pipelines Sewer treatment plant project – Treatment plant, distribution pipelines Water Supply Project - Service ground reservoirs, pump houses & distribution pipelines Water Supply Project - Intake 34,500 m3/d, plant 15,000 m3/d water treatment plant, Transmission & distribution pipelinesetc. Show less

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  Hok Solutions Partnership Holdings Pvt Ltd

  Jan 2023 - Apr 2023

  Structural Engineer

  ECI stage of Victorian Murray Floodplain Restoration Project, Package 3, AustraliaHok Solutions associated with Fifteen50 Consulting, Australia Structural preliminary design of the flow control structures as per Australian and New Zealand standards (AS and NZS) Carried out detailed technical assessment of ER1 Regulator foundation design. Proposed recommendation for raft base slab stiffening through analysis method according to AS 2870 including shrink-swell movement calculations for Cameron Creek Regulator Liaised with PM’s and his supporting engineering team members during design process, chaired meeting etc. Show less

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  SUEZ

  Apr 2023 - May 2024

  Structural Design Engineer

  CHUUK Water Supply and Sanitation Sector Project, Micronesia Structural design of the associated structures of the project including seismic loading calculation Prepared the reinforcement drawings for RCC structures and detailed drawings for steel pipe supporting bridge crossing/ structures Prepared the structural design reports Coordinated the structural design concerns with civil and hydraulic engineers during concept design Reviewed civil & structural drawings prior to the official submission Reviewed the technical Specification for the preparation of project contract documents for tendering purpose Attended for meeting with PM’s & Project Engineer on Client concerns Coordinated with specialized subcontractors on geotechnical investigation matters to expedite structural design works. Wrote technical specifications for steel materials used for the design Show less

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  Ceywater Consultants Pvt Ltd

  Aug 2024 - now

  Rajshahi WASA Surface Water Treatment Plant Project, BangladeshCeywater associated with Powerchina Zhongnan Engineering Corporation Limited., China Structural design of concrete structures of the project including water retaining structures Structural design of steel structures and steel works of the associated structures of the project. 3D FE modeling of superstructure including sub structural system applying wind load and seismic load in addition to other loading incorporating dynamic effect of fluid-structure interaction, non-linear soil-structure interaction, stiffness modifiers etc. Prepared the detailed hand sketches and detailed structural drawings. Prepared structural design reports Advised junior structural engineers to prepare structural design calculations & to develop 3D FE models Reviewed other water retaining structural 3D FE modelling and design calculations Developed spreadsheets for water retaining element design calculations to comply contractual specifications Prepared technical clarifications for client comments Supervised draftspersons during detailed drawing preparation Prepared cost proposals for the design works Developed design contract agreements Show less

  • Structural Design Engineer

    Mar 2024 - now

  • Structural Design Engineer

    Aug 2024 - Aug 2024