Rifai Aathambawa
Muscat,Oman
Summary
Accomplished project manager with extensive experience in large-scale project management, from conception to delivery. Demonstrates exceptional leadership and strategic planning abilities, with a proven track record in risk management and resource allocation. Adept at utilising project management software such as Primavera, Odoo, Procore, and Zoho. Skilled in negotiation, critical thinking, and complex problem-solving, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. Committed to leading diverse teams and achieving organisational goals through effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
14
14
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Operation Manager, Project Delivery
Awtad International LLC
Muscat
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Lead and coordinate internal teams, subcontractors, and consultants to ensure efficient project execution from concept to completion.
- Develop and monitor detailed project micro-plans, ensuring timely resource allocation (manpower, materials, and machinery).
- Manage project budgets, subcontractors, and resources efficiently while minimizing material wastage through strict supervision.
- Maintain strong relationships with vendors and stakeholders, providing timely project updates.
- Oversee approvals and site inspections from local and international authorities, including permits for construction, utilities, and civil defense clearances.
- Conduct technical negotiations with suppliers, compare commercial and technical aspects, and finalize contracts per company policies.
- Collaborate with planning engineers for progress reviews, critical path analysis, risk assessment, and project optimization.
- Lead engineering teams in preparing and submitting shop drawings, material approvals, method statements, and risk assessments.
- Organize and document meetings with stakeholders, consultants, and subcontractors, tracking progress and resolving issues.
- Select and manage subcontractors, oversee their work, approve payments, and ensure proper project closeout.
- Assign project managers, delegate responsibilities, monitor performance, and drive project completion within budget and schedule.
- Conduct project surveys, identify challenges, implement solutions, and introduce policies for continuous improvement.
- Communicate daily with key project personnel to assess progress, resource availability, site safety, and overall project alignment.
- Prepare handover documentation, including approvals, as-built drawings, O&M manuals, warranties, and completion certificates.
Provincial Senior Engineer
Government of Sri Lanka
Anuradhapura
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Participated in village and city-level awareness meetings, prioritizing infrastructure needs and overseeing project implementation until handover.
- Conducted technical studies, including BOQs and cost analysis, for new construction, rehabilitation, and renovation projects.
- Evaluated technical, financial, and economic feasibility of proposed investments in coordination with procurement and finance teams.
- Coordinated with government departments to assess infrastructure needs and prepare inception reports.
- Provided technical guidance for designing, cost estimation, and approval processes for World Bank-funded projects.
- Finalized cost estimates with financial management specialists and assisted in bid preparation and evaluation.
- Managed contract documents, conducted tender openings, and facilitated contract awards.
- Supervised construction and rehabilitation activities, providing feedback to contractors and reporting progress.
- Verified payment bills, ensured timely contractor payments, and resolved operational challenges.
- Attended review meetings with stakeholders, addressing challenges and recommending future projects.
- Assessed construction proposals for feasibility, ensured resource alignment, and incorporated end-user feedback.
- Monitored project execution, contract management, and resource allocation to support agricultural development and employment.
Senior Construction Manager- Project Delivery
Shaksy Engineering Services
Muscat
08.2014 - 04.2021
- Managed pre- and post-tender submissions, feasibility studies, mobilization plans, and technical queries to consultants.
- Reviewed contract documents, proposed value engineering to minimize risks and delays while maintaining quality.
- Prepared BOQs, sourced and evaluated supplier and subcontractor quotations, and recommended final awards.
- Drafted subcontractor work orders, ensuring compliance with company policies, legal terms, and project schedules.
- Coordinated with suppliers and subcontractors to track material deliveries and work progress.
- Updated project progress, risks, and solutions, motivating site teams for optimal productivity.
- Monitored structural, finishing, and MEP works, ensuring timely completion and quality control.
- Led site progress meetings, addressed bottlenecks, and proposed solutions.
- Optimized material and manpower usage, minimized wastage, and maintained inventory control.
- Ensured high-quality finishing across structural, architectural, ID, and fit-out works.
- Acted as the single point of contact for site activities, managing inspections, approvals, and payment submissions.
- Evaluated subcontractor payment applications and ensured timely disbursements.
- Managed documentation, O&M manuals, warranties, inspections, and handovers for project completion and DLP management.
Senior Project Engineer
UrbaCon Trading & Contracting
Doha
03.2012 - 07.2014
- Assisted in tender cost estimation, IFC drawing reviews, and value engineering proposals.
- Planned, scheduled, and coordinated technical and management aspects, resolving engineering issues.
- Led site teams to meet KPIs while ensuring quality and safety compliance.
- Prepared and submitted technical documents, including material approvals, shop drawings, and inspections.
- Determined resource allocation, manpower requirements, and machinery usage for project execution.
- Issued and monitored approved shop drawings, ensuring accuracy in site execution.
- Managed subcontractor scopes, monitored productivity, and implemented improvements.
- Responded to emergencies, provided team training, and ensured sustainability and productivity.
- Maintained legal project documentation and communicated changes through CVIs and SIs.
- Coordinated with project stakeholders, tracking progress to ensure timely completion.
- Ensured compliance with QA/QC policies, risk management, and industry standards.
Senior Civil Engineer
Kent Engineers
Maldives
06.2010 - 01.2012
- Coordinated civil and MEP works for hospital construction, ensuring proper installation of MEP sleeves and embedded services.
- Developed project schedules, identified critical paths, and mitigated delays.
- Managed project costs by optimizing manpower, materials, and productivity while minimizing waste.
- Conducted feasibility studies, analyzed designs, and ensured timely consultant inspections.
- Served as a subcontractor engineering representative in the Maldives, managing manpower and site activities.
- Led a solar panel installation for a Japan Aid project, ensuring civil work readiness.
- Simultaneously coordinated three sites, completing projects two months ahead of schedule while maintaining HSE standards.
- Trained operators and assessed roof strength before solar panel installation.
- Collaborated with consultants, architects, and vendors to address issues proactively.
- Ensured compliance with design, safety, and sanitation standards, facilitating inspections and handovers.
- Prepared and delivered project progress presentations, addressing challenges and solutions.
Education
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
The Open University of Sri Lanka
01.2004 - 12.2010
Master of Business Administration - Reading
Sabragamuwa University of Sri Lanka
01.2021 - 05.2023
Government Advance Level Education - undefined
Zahira College
01.2000 - 08.2003
Government Ordinary Level Education - undefined
Malharus shums Maha Vidayalaya
01.1999 - 12.1999
Skills
- Leadership
- Excellent communication skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Project management
- Strategic planning
- Risk management
- Resource allocation
- Planning
- Critical thinking
- Complex problem-solving
- Root cause analysis
- Project conception to delivery
- Large scale project management
- Primavara
- Odoo
- Procore
- Zoho project management software
- Negotiation skills
- Knowledge of regulatory standards
- Leadership in diverse environments
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- Possess leadership, excellent communication skills, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent project management skill with proven record.
- Strategic planning, risk management skills, and possess resource allocation and planning.
- Critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills with root cause analysis.
- Possess specialized skills in project conception to delivery.
- Manage large scale multiple projects efficiently and effectively.
- Possess excellent knowledge in Primavara, Odoo, Procore and Zoho project management software.
- Possess excellent negotiation skills.
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 12/05/83
- Nationality: Sri Lankan
- Marital status: Married
Timeline
Operation Manager, Project Delivery
Awtad International LLC
01.2023 - 04.2025
Provincial Senior Engineer
Government of Sri Lanka
11.2021 - 10.2022
Master of Business Administration - Reading
Sabragamuwa University of Sri Lanka
01.2021 - 05.2023
Senior Construction Manager- Project Delivery
Shaksy Engineering Services
08.2014 - 04.2021
Senior Project Engineer
UrbaCon Trading & Contracting
03.2012 - 07.2014
Senior Civil Engineer
Kent Engineers
06.2010 - 01.2012
Bachelor of Technology - Civil Engineering
The Open University of Sri Lanka
01.2004 - 12.2010
Government Advance Level Education - undefined
Zahira College
01.2000 - 08.2003
Government Ordinary Level Education - undefined
Malharus shums Maha Vidayalaya
01.1999 - 12.1999
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