Athapaththu Ralalage Dinesh Chandana Kumara Athapaththu

+94702200602 • [email protected]
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/dinesh-athapaththu-40515a2a9/
• Yaththalgoda, Nawathalwaththa 60292, Alawwa, Kurunegala, Sri Lanka.

Professional Summary

Senior MEP Engineer with over 9 years of comprehensive experience in the design, planning, cost estimation, and
execution of MEP systems for residential, commercial, and industrial projects across Sri Lanka. Expertise in
mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering with a focus on compliance with Sri Lankan and international
standards. Proven skills in project management, cost optimization, and energy efficiency, ensuring seamless project
delivery within budget and timelines.

Technical Skills

• Design Software: AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Carrier HAP, SolidWorks

• Project Management Tools: MS Project, Primavera P6, Cost Estimation
• Industry Standards: SLSEA, SLS, BS Standards, ASHRAE, NFPA
• MEP Specializations: Electrical System Design & installation, ELV Systems Design & installation (DATA,
Telephone, CCTV, MATV, PA. Access Control), HVAC System Design & installation, Fire Protection &
Detection Systems Design & installation, Plumbing Design & installation, Elevators and Escalators Systems
Design & installation & BMS System Design & installation

Professional Experience

Sanken Constructions (PVT) Ltd (Contractor firm)

Senior Engineer – Building Services Engineering, Colombo, Sri Lanka

[June 2022 – Sep 2023]

• Lead end-to-end MEP engineering for major project, including commercial buildings and residential
complexes with budgets exceeding LKR 1,973 million.
• Conduct feasibility studies, energy calculations, and compliance assessments with the consultant as per Sri
Lankan and international standards.
• Manage cross-functional teams to deliver quality work on time, coordinating with architects, structural
engineers, and MEP sub-contractors.
• Produce technical documentation and ensure all designs meet Sri Lankan regulatory and sustainability
standards.

Key Achievements:

• Introduced value-engineered design for electrical infrastructure network between buildings and reduced the
cost from LKR 50 million.
• Enhanced project timelines by implementing efficient workflow processes, reducing delays by over 15%.
• Introduced energy-saving MEP solutions, resulting in a reduction in energy consumption for a leading client.
Building Services Engineering Consultants (PVT) Ltd (Consultancy & Project Management Firm)

Senior MEP Engineer, Colombo, Sri Lanka

[Oct 2018 – May 2022]

• Engineered HVAC, Electrical (ELV, LV, Generator & MV), HVAC, Fire Detection & Protection, Elevators,
and Plumbing systems (Water Supply, Storm Water Disposal, Sewer and Waste Disposal, Water and Sewer
Treatment (RO & STP)) for a range of projects, with emphasis on sustainability and cost-efficiency with
value-engineering solutions.
• Supported tendering processes by providing accurate MEP designs, design reviews, engineering cost
estimates, and optimizing project budgets.
• Conducted site inspections to verify project quality and compliance with regulatory standards and to support
tendering processes in new projects.

Key Achievements:

• Successfully designed electrical and mechanical systems for medium-rise and high-rise buildings, achieving
cost savings from value engineering and annual maintenance.
• Recognized as a top-performing engineer for maintaining project quality and client satisfaction.

Building Services (M&E) Engineering (PVT) Ltd (MEP Contractor Firm)

Head of Electrical/ELV, Colombo, Sri Lanka

[Nov 2017 – Oct 2018]

• Engineered electrical, and plumbing systems for a range of projects, with emphasis on sustainability and
cost-efficiency.
• Supported tendering processes by providing accurate MEP designs, cost estimates and optimizing project
budgets.
• Conducted site inspections to verify project quality and compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Achievements:

• Successfully designed an electrical system for a high-rise, achieving cost savings of 12% in annual
maintenance.
• Recognized as a top-performing engineer for maintaining project quality and client satisfaction.

New Royal Electricals (PVT) Ltd (Electrical Contractor Firm)

Electrical Engineer, Colombo, Sri Lanka

[Nov 2016 – Oct 2017]

• Engineered HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems for a range of projects, with emphasis on
sustainability and cost-efficiency.
• Supported tendering processes by providing accurate MEP cost estimates and optimizing project budgets.
• Conducted site inspections to verify project quality and compliance with regulatory standards.
Key Achievements:

• Successfully designed an HVAC system for a high-rise, achieving cost savings of 12% in annual
maintenance.
• Recognized as a top-performing engineer for maintaining project quality and client satisfaction.

Pubudu Engineering Projects (PVT) Ltd (Electrical Contractor Firm)

Electrical Engineer, Colombo, Sri Lanka

[Mar 2015 – Oct 2016]

• Engineered HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems for a range of projects, with emphasis on
sustainability and cost-efficiency.
• Supported tendering processes by providing accurate MEP cost estimates and optimizing project budgets.
• Conducted site inspections to verify project quality and compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Achievements:

• Successfully designed an HVAC system for a high-rise, achieving cost savings of 12% in annual
maintenance.
• Recognized as a top-performing engineer for maintaining project quality and client satisfaction.

CNK MEP Consultants (PVT) Ltd (MEP Consultants Firm)

MEP Engineer, Colombo, Sri Lanka

[Jan 2014 – Feb 2015]

• Engineered HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems for a range of projects, with emphasis on
sustainability and cost-efficiency.
• Supported tendering processes by providing accurate MEP cost estimates and optimizing project budgets.
• Conducted site inspections to verify project quality and compliance with regulatory standards.

Key Achievements:

• Successfully designed an HVAC system for a high-rise, achieving cost savings of 12% in annual
maintenance.
• Recognized as a top-performing engineer for maintaining project quality and client satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Production Engineering

University of Peradeniya, Peradeniya
2013
Professional Affiliations

• Associate Member, Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka (IESL)

• Associate Member, Engineers Council Sri Lanka (ECSL)

Projects Portfolio

Project 1: Township Development Project for Wayamba University of Sri Lanka

Client: Ministry of Higher Education
Scope: Supply and installation of MEP systems including Electrical, ELV, Plumbing, Fire, Air Conditioning and
Ventilation, Elevators, Sewer Treatment Plant & Water treatment Plants for 06 nos buildings called Facility Centre,
Multi Designated Centre, Academic Staff Quarters, Non-academic Staff Quarters, Executive Staff Quarters and Day
Care.
Tools Used: AutoCAD, MS Office
Recommendations: Proposed the value engineering solution for the power distribution network for 06 nos buildings
to reduce the higher cost behind that according to baseline design.
Outcome: Value engineered the power distribution system to reduce the cost by 50 million by changing the baseline
design by implementing overhead powerlines with ABC cables and changing armored power cables to AL. Client
satisfaction rating: ★★★★★

Project 2: AVIC Astoria Development Project

Client: Astoria Colombo
Scope: Conduction final inspections and rectifying the identified snags and handing over Phase I and Phase II with
all necessary handing over documents and training.
Recommendations: Proposed to conduct pre-inspection and make snag reports area by area due to the retendered
project after the consultant terminated and the snag reports should be given to the client to identify the situation of
the project.
Outcome: Handed over Phase I and Phase II successfully after rectifying the snags that were identified in pre-
inspection. Client satisfaction rating: ★★★★★

Project 3: Sheraton Turtle Beach Resorts Development Project (Operator: Marriott – 5 Star Resorts)
Client: LOLC Holdings
Scope: Design required details and Supply and Installation of MEP systems including Electrical LV and MV, ELV,
Plumbing, Fire Detection Protection and Suppression Systems, Air Conditioning and Ventilation, Gas Detection and
Protection Systems, Elevators, Swimming Pool and Plunge Pools, Building Management Systems, Gas Fire
Generator Ventilation Electrical PA Systems Integration, Sewer Treatment Plant & Water treatment Plant.
Tools Used: AutoCAD, MS Office
Recommendations: Proposed UPS to Charging ACBs to rectify time consumption for backup power activation after
power failure to achieve Marriott standards. Proposed and designed relay circuits to rectify issues identified in the
Building management system and Gas Fire Generator Ventilation Electrical PA Systems Integration.
Outcome: Successfully achieved the Marriot standards, rectified the issues, and handed over the project with all
necessary documents and training on time which the project which the main contractor terminated by the client. Client
satisfaction rating: ★★★★★

Project 4: Castle Residencies Development Project

Client: Superlative Properties (Pvt) Ltd.
Scope: Supervision and inspecting MEP systems including Electrical LV and MV, ELV, Plumbing, Fire Detection
and Protection Systems, Air Conditioning and Ventilation, Gas Detection and Protection Systems, Elevators,
Swimming Pool and Gas Fire Generator Ventilation Electrical PA Systems Integration.
Responsibilities: Conduct inspections, preparation of As-Built Drawings and get approvals from consultants, deal
with clients get subcontractor payments coordinated with sub-contractors, and get the required output.
Outcome: Achieved the project completion on time and handed over to the client with necessary handing over
documents and training. Client satisfaction rating: ★★★★★

Project 5: ATHENA building development project for Asia Broadcasting Corporation (Pvt) Ltd
Client: Asia Broadcasting Corporation (Pvt) Ltd
Scope: Design, Supervision, and inspect MEP systems including Electrical LV and MV, Lighting Control Systems,
ELV, Plumbing, Fire Detection, and Protection Systems, Air Conditioning and Ventilation, Gas Detection and
Protection Systems, Elevators, Swimming Pool, and Gas Fire Generator Ventilation Electrical PA Systems
Integration. MEP services coordination of gypsum molded Walls and Ceiling.
Recommendations: Proposed the value engineering solution for the lighting control system hence the lighting control
compatible divers (Dali) cost is high, and the DC wiring was implemented through the lighting groups with one
driver.
Deliverables: Developed commissioning plans, conducted functional performance testing and prepared
comprehensive commissioning reports.
Outcome: Identified and rectified critical issues during commissioning, ensuring reliable operation and optimal
performance of MEP systems in the building. Due to value engineering solution, saved 2.5 million from the project
by reducing the no of divers and control wiring.
Client satisfaction rating: ★★★★★

Project 6: Tea Factory Complex Development Project for George Stuart Teas (Pvt) Ltd
Client: George Stuart Teas (Pvt) Ltd
Scope: Design, Supervision, and inspect MEP systems including Electrical LV, ELV, Plumbing, Fire Detection, and
Protection Systems, Air Conditioning and Ventilation, Passenger Elevators, and Car Elevators.
Deliverables: Developed commissioning plans, conducted functional performance testing and prepared
comprehensive commissioning reports.
Outcome: Identified and rectified critical issues during commissioning, ensuring reliable operation and optimal
performance of MEP systems in the building. Client satisfaction rating: ★★★★★

Project 7: MV installation works for New Medical Center, Nawaloka Hospital PLC.
Client: Hayleys Aventura (Pvt) Ltd.

• Hayleys Aventura (Pvt) Ltd is the main contractor for the project.
Scope: Installation of 2nos 1600kVA air-cooled transformers, MV panel, Incoming and Intermediate MV feeders,
Neutral and Body earthing, and Outing feeders to LV panel.
Deliverables: Developed commissioning plans, and conducted functional performance testing including primary and
secondary injection testing, Wind resistance and ratio testing, Insulation testing for feeder cables, Contact resistance
testing, and earthing test. Prepared comprehensive commissioning reports including all the above test reports with a
chartered qualified engineer recommendation.
Outcome: Handed over successfully after identifying and rectifying critical issues during commissioning, ensuring
reliable operation and optimal performance of the system. Client satisfaction rating: ★★★★★

Project 8: MV installation works for KANSAI Paints (Pvt) Ltd at Koggala Industrial Zone.
Client: Hayleys Aventura (Pvt) Ltd.

• Hayleys Aventura (Pvt) Ltd is the main contractor for the project.
Scope: Installation of 2nos 1600kVA air-cooled transformers, MV panel, Incoming and Intermediate MV feeders,
Neutral and Body earthing, and Outing feeders to LV panel.
Deliverables: Developed commissioning plans, and conducted functional performance testing including primary and
secondary injection testing, Wind resistance and ratio testing, Insulation testing for feeder cables, Contact resistance
testing, and earthing test. Prepared comprehensive commissioning reports including all the above test reports with a
chartered qualified engineer recommendation.
Outcome: Handed over successfully after identifying and rectifying critical issues during commissioning, ensuring
reliable operation and optimal performance of the system. Client satisfaction rating: ★★★★★

Project 9: Electrical LV system installation for, New canteen building, Warehouse expansion, ACH and PMG plant
expansion project for Pyramid Lanka (Pvt) Ltd, Kerawalapitiya
Client: Pyramid Lanka (Pvt) Ltd
Scope: Supply and installation of Electrical LV system including Lighting and Power system according to the given
design by the client.
Deliverables: Developed commissioning plans, conducted functional performance testing and prepared
comprehensive commissioning reports.
Outcome: Identified and rectified critical issues during commissioning, ensuring reliable operation and optimal
performance of the Electrical system in the building.
Client satisfaction rating: ★★★★★
Project 10: Proposed Flood Lighting System for Practice Nets at Pallekele International Cricket Stadium.
Client: Dimo (Pvt) Ltd.

• Dimo (Pvt) Ltd is the main contractor for the project.

Scope: Installation of 40nos 2500W Flood lights on three steel structures mounted on 2nos steel towers and 1 nos
mounted center on the front building roof including lighting panel installation, underground cable laying, and
termination
Deliverables: Completed the project on time, and conducted functional performance testing including Insulation
testing for feeder cables, and earthing test. Prepared comprehensive commissioning reports including all the above
test reports with a chartered qualified engineer recommendation.
Outcome: Handed over the project on time successfully due to urgency in Sri Lankan cricket team practice sessions
on 04th May 2017, after identifying and rectifying critical issues during commissioning, ensuring reliable operation
and optimal performance of the system. Client satisfaction rating: ★★★★★

Project 11: Clean Energy and Network Efficiency Improvement Project (RRP SRI 43576) by Ceylon Electricity
Board.
Client: Marlbo Projects (Pvt) Ltd.

• Marlbo Projects (Pvt) Ltd is the main contractor for the project.
Scope:
Part I – B.5.a. Vavniya – Kebithigollewa 33kV Distribution Line and Gantry

• Cable stringing of a 23 km 33kV double circuit Lynx power line from Vauniya Grid Substation to
Kebithigollewa
• Installation, testing, and commissioning of 33kV two-section single busbar gantry at Kebithigollewa.
Part II – B.5.b. Anuradhapura – Kahatagasdigiliya 33kV Distribution Line and Gantry

• Cable stringing of a 31 km 33kV double circuit Lynx power line from New Anuradhapura Grid Substation
to Kahatagasdigiliya.
• Installation, testing, and commissioning of 33kV two-section single busbar gantry at Kahatagasdigiliya.
Part III – B.5.c. Kiribathkumbura to Galaha 33kV Distribution Line and Gantry

• Cable stringing of a 15 km 33kV double circuit Lynx power line from Kiribathkumbura Grid Substation to
Galaha.
• Installation, testing, and commissioning of 33kV three-section double busbar gantry at Galaha.
Part IV – B.5.d. Akkarepaththu – Galmadu Junction – Pothuvil 33kV Distribution Line

• Cable stringing of a 60 km 33kV double circuit Lynx power line from Galmadu Junction to Pothuvil via
Akkarepaththu.
• Installation, testing, and commissioning of 33kV two-section single busbar gantries at Akkarepaththu and
Pothuvil.
Deliverables: Completed the project on time, and conducted functional testing including Insulation testing for feeder
cables and Load Brake Switch (LBS), Earth testing, Auto Recloser (AR) Mapping, and Operating AR and LBS using
an Android Application by the manufacturer. Prepared comprehensive commissioning reports including all the above
test reports with a chartered qualified engineer recommendation.
Outcome: Handed over the project on time successfully, after identifying and rectifying critical issues during
commissioning, ensuring reliable operation and optimal performance of the system. Client satisfaction rating:
★★★★★

Project 12: Proposed office complex development project for RIL Property (Pvt) Ltd
Client: RIL Property (Pvt) Ltd
Scope: Supply and Installation of Electrical LV system and Conduit Laying for ELV systems including DATA,
Telephone, CCTV, and PA systems.
Deliverables: Developed commissioning plans, and conducted functional performance testing including insulation
testing, continuity testing, and earth testing. Prepared comprehensive commissioning reports.
Outcome: Identified and rectified critical issues during commissioning, ensuring reliable operation and optimal
performance of the Electrical LV System in the building. Client satisfaction rating: ★★★★★

Project 13: Proposed 12-story Feed Mill Development Project for Fortune Agro (Pvt) Ltd
Client: Fortune Agro (Pvt) Ltd (Joint venture of CRYSBO and BAIRAHA)
Scope: Design an Electrical LV system for the Boiler Room and Supply and install the Electrical LV system using
exposed GI conduits including control wiring for the machines hence this is a fully-automated factory.
Deliverables: Fabricated cable ladders and free-standing mountings for Control Panel Boards and operating Switches
of machines on site. Notified the critical issues in control drawings by the designer (BHULER India) and took their
responsible engineers to the site and rectify the errors. Developed commissioning plans, and conducted functional
performance testing including insulation testing, continuity testing, and earth testing. Prepared comprehensive
commissioning reports.
Outcome: Identified and rectified critical issues during commissioning, ensuring reliable operation and optimal
performance of the Electrical LV System in the building. Client satisfaction rating: ★★★★★

Project 14: Electrical installation for rehabilitation of sewerage pump stations at Dehiwala (MLP01), Mount Lavinia
(MPL02), 4 nos at Meethotamulla (KP01, KP02, KP03 and KP04) of Greater Colombo Sewer and Waste Disposal
Project
Client: CCB Envico (Pvt) Ltd - Australia
Scope: Supply and Installation of Electrical LV system using exposed GI conduits including control wiring for the
equipment hence this is a fully-automated pump station.

Deliverables: Developed commissioning plans, and conducted functional performance testing including insulation
testing, continuity testing, and earth testing. Prepared comprehensive commissioning reports.
Outcome: Identified and rectified critical issues during commissioning, ensuring reliable operation and optimal
performance of the Electrical LV System in pump stations. Client satisfaction rating: ★★★★★
Project 15: New Kitchen Complex Development Project for FAB Foods (Pvt) Ltd
Client: FAB Foods (Pvt) Ltd
Scope: Design and Supervision of MEP systems including Electrical LV System, DATA Network, Telephone
Network, CCTV System, Public Addressable System, Fire Detection System, Fire Protection System, Water Supply
System, Sewer and Waste Disposal System with Kitchen Grease Traps, Rain Water Disposal System, and LP Gas
supply system with underground bulk tank.
Deliverables: Conducted functional performance testing including insulation testing, continuity testing, and earth
testing. Prepared comprehensive commissioning reports.
Outcome: Identified and rectified critical issues during commissioning, ensuring reliable operation and optimal
performance of the Electrical LV System in the building. Client satisfaction rating: ★★★★★

Project 16: TRACE Expert City Development Project

Client: Urban Development Authority (UDA)
Scope: Design and Supervision of MEP systems including Electrical LV System, DATA Network, Telephone
Network, CCTV System, Public Addressable System, Fire Detection System, Fire Protection System, Water Supply
System, Sewer and Waste Disposal System with Kitchen Grease Traps, and Rain Water Disposal System.
Deliverables: Conducted functional performance testing including insulation testing, continuity testing, and earth
testing. Prepared comprehensive commissioning reports.
Outcome: Identified and rectified critical issues during commissioning, ensuring reliable operation and optimal
performance of the Electrical LV System in the building. Client satisfaction rating: ★★★★★

Project 17: Galle Face Hotel Classic Wing Renovation Project

Client: Galle Face Hotel 1994 Pvt Ltd
Scope: Design and Supervision of MEP systems including Electrical LV System, DATA Network, Telephone
Network, CCTV System, and Public Addressable System.
Deliverables: Conducted functional performance testing including insulation testing, continuity testing, and earth
testing.
Outcome: Identified and rectified critical issues during commissioning, ensuring reliable operation and optimal
performance of the Electrical LV System in the building. Client satisfaction rating: ★★★★★

References

Eng. Indika Fernando Eng. W.A.S Anuruddha

General Manager Project Manager
Building Services Engineering Consultants (PVT) Ltd Sanken Construction (PVT) Ltd
+94 77 261 4338 +94 77 780 0160