Nishantha Sethu

1999, Bachelor of Civil Engineering

University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka

• 2014, Primavera Risk Analysis course – Oracle Melbourne
• 2013, Post Grad. Diploma in Construction Law – University of Melbourne
• 2009, Advanced Certificate of Project Controls – TPG Academy, NSW
• 2005, Master of Building Science – National University of Singapore
• 2005, Primavera P6 Training Course

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One O One Square (Pty) Ltd | Jul 2022 to Date

Planning & Controls Manager of New Bridgewater Bridge Project - Tasmania

Managing Planning & Control functions of the Project. McConnell Dowel is currently delivering approximately 800M projects where One O One Square has been engaged to manage planning & project controls functions. Furthermore, my role includes;

• Provide oversight assistance to the Management team.
• Provide strategic guidance to the delivery teams.
• Mentoring & guiding team of planners to achieve successful delivery.

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McConnell Dowell Constructors (Pty) Ltd | Jan 2021 to Jul 2022

Planning & Controls Manager of Western Program Alliance

Managing Planning & Control functions of the Alliance. WPA currently delivering approximately 1200M projects while 2 other projects in development stage. I am responsible for management of delivery phase as well as support development phase. Currently my team includes 10 planners across delivery and development.

Furthermore, my role includes,

• Provide oversight assistance to the delivery and development directors.
• Provide strategic guidance to the delivery teams.
• Mentoring & guiding team of planners to achieve best outcome for the alliance while optimising delivery and development.

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McConnell Dowell Constructors (Pty) Ltd | Apr 2019 to Dec 2020

Planning & Controls Manager of Western Program Alliance

Managing Planning & Control functions of the Cranbourne Line Upgrade Project.

800 M CLU project delivered on time under budget which WPA supported LXRA with solution development, detailed design, cost estimating and stakeholder management.

I was responsible for management & development of delivery program and later led the planning & Controls team to assist delivery team.

Furthermore, my role includes,

• Provide oversight assistance to the senior management.
• Provide strategic guidance to the project team.
• Manage project delivery strategy to maintain project cost lowest as possible while meeting project objectives.

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McConnell Dowell Constructors (Pty) Ltd | Jan 2018 to Mar 2019

Planning Manager of MLJV (JV of MCD and Lend Lease)

Managing Planning & Control functions of the Runway Development Project – Melbourne Airport.

MLJV (Managing Contractor) has being selected to deliver 1.2 Billion RDP - Project placed on hold by APAM.

MLJV currently supporting APAM and design partners with solution development, detailed design, cost estimating and stakeholder management. I am responsible for management of delivery program which is key index / driver attached to funding support by Air lines.

Furthermore, my role includes,

• Ensure organisational and contractual obligations are captured in every aspectof price offer.
• Provide oversight assistance to the senior management as well as client.
• Provide strategic guidance to the project team.

Achievements:

• Introduction of alternative delivery (offering reduction in risk exposure) solution which is being considered by APAM and Stakeholders.
• Development of interface management framework which has being (provisionally) accepted by stakeholders.

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McConnell Dowell Constructors (Pty) Ltd | Jan 2016 to Dec 2017

Planning Manager of Australian Operations Business Unit

Responsible for ensuring, projects and tender programs are meeting organisational and contractual obligations while being competitive.

Lead business unit planning team Provide oversight assistance to the senior management.

Provide strategic guidance at project level.

Achievements:

• Establishment of baseline program for O Bahn Bus Tunnel Project in Adelaide by aligning design, procurement & construction program. Project completed on program and budget.
• Streamlining of program and progress reporting documents to enhance visibility.
• Introduction, Launch and Management of Primavera P6 transition to cloud-based platform.
• Development and mentoring of next generation of Planners and Engineers
• Successful bid submission for Major Level Crossing Project (Program of works) and subsequent award by Level crossing Removal Authority.

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Acciona Infrastructure Australia | Jan 2015 to Dec 2015

Planning Manager | Sydney Light Rail Project

Responsible of managing planning & control functions of civil component of the project.

Managed a team of 5 construction planners while being a member of senior project management team.

Achievements

• Establishment of project controls team and reporting procedures for the project.
• Alignment of the project program in consultation with all stakeholders and project partners including TfNSW.
• Successfully negotiated and established Interface management register between (scope split) JV Partners.
• Ensure design and statutory approvals are obtained to commence 1st major road occupation work with in the busiest street (George) of the country. Project works commenced as planned at the tender / award.

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McConnell Dowell Constructors (Pty) Ltd | Jan 2008 to Jan 2015

Senior Planning Engineer

Project Planning & Control, Managing Site Based Planners & Tendering

I have being managing planning & control functions of Southern region projects as well as training and mentoring new project control recruits and Site / Project Engineers.

Over a period of 7 years, I have performed site based assignment as well as head office based assignment (while managing site based planners). Moreover, while in head office, I have been an integral member of the southern region tender team.

Achievements

• 95% of Southern region projects have been completed on time and on budget.
• Winning 1st major rail project, airport project and grade separation project for the organization.
• Peer & senior management appreciation of being effective & proactive team member of number of inter organisational and joint venture assignments.
• One of the most sought member of the region due to my knowledge, planning skills and ability to provide cost effective solutions.
• Securing EOT claim’s worth over A$50 million in delay costs
• Program management was the key to secure CCF awards for North Melbourne station upgrade project and Barwon Heads Bridge construction project

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McConnell Dowell Constructors (Pty) Ltd

Planning Manager

June 2014 to Jan 2015

• North South Corridor Upgrade (Torrens 2 Torrens) Project. A$600M -Adelaide

Aug 2012 to May 2014

• Springvale Level crossing removal Project - A$120M

Mar 2012 to Jul 2012 | Senior Planning Engineer

• Construction of Adelaide Desalination Plant Project - A$1200M

Nov 2011 to Feb 2012

• Tender Proposal for Regional Rail Link Work Package F – Victoria. A$50M

Aug 2011 - Sep 2011

• Tender Submission & project start up - FMG Track Construction Project – Western Australia A$80M

Apr 2010 – July 2011T | Thiess- McConnell Dowell Joint Venture

• Seaford Rail Extension – Adelaide, South Australia - A$290M

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For full experience from 1999 - 2010 please request full resume.