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Nilan Alahakoon

Nilan Alahakoon

Dubai,United Arab Emirates

Summary

Diligent manager bringing 16+ years of experience in operations, project management, organizational development and team building within diverse industries. Proficient in planning, coordinating and executing successful implementation strategies. Adept at improving operational stability, efficiency and profitability. Team-minded individual works well with senior stakeholders and effectively priorities tasks.

Work History

Project manager

BROWNS E & C TECHNICAL SERVICES CONTRACTING L.L.C
Dubai , Unite Arab Emirates
2023.09 - Current
  • Led meetings with both client and internal teams to facilitate and drive project completion and provide status updates.
  • Led motivated staff to achieve 102% targets.
  • Delivered on projects' key objectives with agreed budgets, timelines and standards.
  • Evaluated client requirements, building strategy to manage and achieve milestones and quality KPIs.
  • Coordinated hiring, recruitment and training strategies to build successful administrative team.

Technical consultant

PRUNDUS INFRA LANKA (PRIVATE) LIMITED
Colombo , Sri Lanka
2021.04 - 2023.08
  • Monitored and reviewed operational performance, aiding improved business strategy to maximize productivity by 20%.
  • Led and managed administrative staff to maintain smooth daily operations.
  • Developed organizational policies for administrative oversight and internal controls.
  • Designed and implemented training to further develop staff based on business goals.
  • Developed expertise in variety of technical disciplines including products and design.

Manager Network Planning & Design

DAR ECOM (PRIVATE) LIMITED
Colombo , Sri Lanka
2012.10 - 2021.03
  • Implemented and maintained systems for successful planning and project management.
  • Delivered KPI targets and improvements on consistent basis through excellent leadership.
  • Addressed customer issues with compassion and professionalism, ensuring swift, successful resolution.
  • Monitored health and safety measures for guaranteed compliance.
  • Assessed performance against operational strategy to maintain progress towards 100% company targets.

Sr. Engineer-Transmission Planning

ZTE CORPORATION
Colombo , Sri lanka
2011.01 - 2012.09
  • Led microwave Line-of-Sight (LOS) and engineering site survey vendors, ensuring accurate site planning and deployment .
  • Provided total Microwave transmission plan and technical support for 3 projects simultaneously.
  • Managed MW LOS and engineering site survey Contractor.
  • Coordinate and Update clients daily about project progress.
  • Prepared E2E Transmission BOM for fibre and microwave links.
  • Upheld compliance with ZTE requirements for Acceptance processes, schedule management and submissions.
  • Created project reports, specifications and plans for 3 projects.

Project Engineer

GTL INTERNATIONAL LANKA (PRIVATE) LIMITED
Colombo , Sri Lanka
2006.06 - 2010.12
  • Demonstrated expertise in microwave transmission planning, design, and frequency planning, ensuring efficient deployment of telecommunications networks
  • Led to Line-of-Sight (LOS) teams, validating LOS on topographical maps to ensure accurate site planning.
  • Presented project updates to stakeholders, highlighting successes and suggesting solutions for weak spots.
  • Checked client requirements and generated solutions from identified needs.
  • Improved technical report accuracy by 15% with improved report checklist.
  • · Installed and maintained MW equipment, BTS, BSC, and other telecommunications infrastructure, ensuring seamless operation.

Education

Master of Business Administration - Business Administration

University of Wolverhampton
United Kingdom
2014.02 - 2016.11

Master of Science - Telecommunication Technology

Manipal University
India
2008.01 - 2010.11

Diploma - Electronic Engineering

City & Guilds
United Kingdom
2004.01 - 2006.11

National Certificate for Industrial Technicians - Electronic & Electrical Engineering

Electronic & Electrical Engineering
Sri Lanka
2002.01 - 2004.12

Diploma - Electronics

London Tec International
Sri Lanka
2001.01 - 2001.12

High School Diploma - Academic Education

St. Sylvester's College
Sri Lanka
1986.01 - 1999.12

Skills

  • Time management
  • Technology integration
  • Strategic planning
  • Administrative Skills
  • Project management
  • Strategic thinking
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Resource Management
  • Recruiting & Training
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Languages

English
Fluent
Sinhala
Native
Hindi
Intermediate

Affiliations

  • Photography
  • Hiking

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Project manager

BROWNS E & C TECHNICAL SERVICES CONTRACTING L.L.C
2023.09 - Current

Technical consultant

PRUNDUS INFRA LANKA (PRIVATE) LIMITED
2021.04 - 2023.08

Master of Business Administration - Business Administration

University of Wolverhampton
2014.02 - 2016.11

Manager Network Planning & Design

DAR ECOM (PRIVATE) LIMITED
2012.10 - 2021.03

Sr. Engineer-Transmission Planning

ZTE CORPORATION
2011.01 - 2012.09

Master of Science - Telecommunication Technology

Manipal University
2008.01 - 2010.11

Project Engineer

GTL INTERNATIONAL LANKA (PRIVATE) LIMITED
2006.06 - 2010.12

Diploma - Electronic Engineering

City & Guilds
2004.01 - 2006.11

National Certificate for Industrial Technicians - Electronic & Electrical Engineering

Electronic & Electrical Engineering
2002.01 - 2004.12

Diploma - Electronics

London Tec International
2001.01 - 2001.12

High School Diploma - Academic Education

St. Sylvester's College
1986.01 - 1999.12

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