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Ganeshan Sivaguru, Planning and Design Engineer

Ganeshan Sivaguru

Planning and Design Engineer·National Water Supply and Drainage Board

Saudi Arabia

Bachelor's degree, Civil Engineering

Work experience

Total years of experience: 13 years, 10 months

Planning and Design Engineer

May 2019 - August 2025

National Water Supply and Drainage Board

Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, Sri Lanka

May 2019 - August 2025

• Conducted detailed field surveys and site investigations for water network expansion projects.
• Prepared feasibility reports, designs, drawings, estimates, and technical specifications compliance with local and inter
national standards such as NWSDB, ISO, ICTAD, SLS, UDA and Europe.
• Prepared construction drawings (Key Plan, Junction Details, Longitudinal Sections and other relevant drawings), Total
Cost Estimates (TCE), Bills of Quantities (BOQ), Specifications and compiling Tender Documents.
• Prepared baseline program for pipe laying projects
• Reviewed actual progress against the construction baseline program and prepare reports to document any delays, vari
ances, constraints that can affect Project completion date.
• Prepared planned vs actual EVM, S-Curves, Resource Histograms.
• Reviewed in detail the recovery schedules as submitted by the construction section of NWSDB and ensuring manpower
and site supervision staff is increased properly as required.
• Prepared tenders, contract documents for water supply, water treatment, building and other renovation works including
technical specifications.
• Prepared variation orders.
• Regularly inspected construction work to ensure it adherence to design specifications and quality standards.
• Attended & coordinating site meetings regarding the planning & progress
• Prepared look-ahead reports, perform progress analysis, schedule updating, monitoring, forecast and resource plan
ning.

Company industry:
Public Administration
Job role:
Civil Engineering

Development Engineer

September 2017 - May 2019

National Water Supply and Drainage Board

Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, Sri Lanka

September 2017 - May 2019

to
vi. New water connection to Methmansala,
vii. Water Supply to CBOs: Khelhenakanda, Weralupitiya, Lahirugama, Meeriyagalla - Eeriyaketiya,
Design of buildings, structures and other rehabilitation works US$ 9, 800 m3), US$ 150, 000 m3), US$ m3) m3), US$ 28, 000 US$ 22, 000 for of structures of of 1500 m3/day US$ 1 Mn
Duties, responsibilities and works involved in:
• Carrying out feasibility studies and preparing PAC (Project Appraisal Committee) Reports based on Master Plan Update
Reports/ 2013 for the augmentations of the existing water supply systems.
i. Upgrading water supply facilities of Sri Jayawardenapura Kotte in Western Central region. - 16 DMAs, US$ 29 Mn
ii. Pre- feasibility studies for Upgrading water supply facilities of Battaramulla - Kolonnawa area in Western Central
region.
iii. Low water pressure distribution network model for Area Engineer - Pamankada - 120 km
• Development of hydraulic network models using WaterGEMS & ArcGIS for pipe networks for major development pro
jects and to address various O&M issues
i. Upgrading water supply facilities of Sri Jayawardanapura Kotte area in Western - Central region
ii. Low water pressure distribution network model for Area Engineer - Pamankada
• Carrying out preparation of feasibility reports, planning & designing works relevant to water supply connection requests
in Colombo District.
i. Water supply connections requested by UDA for low income settlement apartments.
ii. Water supply to Elston New Housing Scheme- Avissawella
iii. Water Supply to Living Homes Housing Scheme - Hokandara
• Coordinating GIS Map Updating activities in the Western Central region for the purpose of preparing Comprehensive
Water Supply & Sanitation Sector Strategic Investment Programme and Master Plan for Water & Sanitation Sector
under Ministry of City Planning, Water Supply and Higher Education.
• Rehabilitation work in Halthotawatta (Penrith Estate) Water Treatment Plant
• Construction of stores buildings in Hanwella, US$ 28, 000
• Minor pipe laying projects
i. Kalalgoda road, US$ 146, 000
ii. Wanaguru Mawatha, US$ 369, 000
iii. Heenatikumbura road, US$ 203, 000

Company industry:
Public Administration
Job role:
Civil Engineering

Planning Engineer

February 2014 - July 2017

Al-Sarf Trading & Contracting Company

Doha, Qatar

February 2014 - July 2017

Projects: The Avenue Hotel - 5 Stars (US$ 42 Mn)
The Town Hotel - 3 Stars (US$ 47 Mn)

• Develop and maintain master schedules for all projects, including resource allocation, execution strategies, milestones,
cash flow forecasts, and progress monitoring.
• Generate updated cash flow statements and S-Curves aligned with project progress.
• Update schedules, track progress, anticipate delays, and recommend recovery plans.
• Measure and analyze project performance using Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Conduct inspections and monitor cost forecasts to ensure alignment with the master schedule.
• Assist in preparing Time Impact Analyses (TIA) and Extension of Time (EOT) claims.
• Review baseline and updated schedules and budgets to maintain project objectives.
• Manage contractual correspondence with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with design, procurement, and construction teams to integrate schedules and resources.
• Perform risk assessments, critical path analysis, and scenario planning to mitigate schedule impacts.
• Monitor subcontractor performance and review contractor/supplier schedules for alignment with overall planning.
• Prepare and maintain progress reports and facilitate project meetings for timely issue resolution.
• Implement project control tools and software (Primavera P6, MS Project) for scheduling and reporting.
• Continuously improve planning processes, methodologies, and documentation for enhanced project performance.

Company industry:
Civil Engineering
Job role:
Civil Engineering

Site Engineer

June 2012 - December 2013

Central Engineering Consultancy Bureau (CECB)

Vavuniya, Sri Lanka

June 2012 - December 2013

Project: (US$ 186Mn) project
• Supervision of railway track formation, bridges, station buildings and other site activities
• Responsible for site activities, construction supervision, interim and final measurement.
• Ensuring quality control compliance with Drawings, BOQs, Specifications.
• Assisting contractor in planning & programming construction activities.
• Submission of weekly and monthly progress reports to Team Leaders office.
• Preparation of technical inspection report during Defects Liability Period.

Company industry:
Civil Engineering
Job role:
Civil Engineering

Site Engineer

September 2011 - May 2012

State Development and Construction Corporation

Avissawella, Sri Lanka

September 2011 - May 2012

Project: Development of Provincial roads, Kegalle District (Yatiyanthota Electorate 25km, US$ 1Mn))

- Responsible for all site operations and management of material supply, workforce, equipment and finance.

- Ensuring quality and progress compliance with Drawings, BOQs, Specifications.

-Liaising with the client and consultant (PRDA) on issues relating to the works.

-Submission of Daily, Weekly and Monthly Progress Reports to Project Manager’s office.

Company industry:
Construction & Building
Job role:
Civil Engineering

Education

University Of Peradeniya

September 2011

September 2011

Bachelor's degree, Civil Engineering

Sri Lanka

GPA (point): 2.9 out of 4

GPA (point): 2.9 out of 4

Civil Engineering specialized in Water

University of Peradeniya

September 2011

September 2011

Bachelor's degree, Civil Engineering

Sri Lanka

Skills

Interpersonal

Expert

Adaptability

Expert

Quick Learning

Expert

Enthusiasm

Expert

Reading

Expert

Project Planning

Intermediate

Project Management

Expert

Hydraulic modeling

Expert

Communication

Expert

Construction Management

Expert

Languages

English

Expert

Tamil

Native Speaker

Memberships

Saudi Council of Engineers

Member

September 2025

Training and Certifications

Certifications
Project Management Primevera P6
Chartered Engineer
Nov 2023

Hobbies and interests

Watching Movies