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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
09.2023 - 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
04.2021 - 08.2023
  • 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
10.2012 - 03.2021
  • 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
01.2011 - 09.2012
  • 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
06.2006 - 12.2010
  • 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
02.2014 - 11.2016

Master of Science - Telecommunication Technology

Manipal University
India
01.2008 - 11.2010

Diploma - Electronic Engineering

City & Guilds
United Kingdom
01.2004 - 11.2006

National Certificate for Industrial Technicians - Electronic & Electrical Engineering

Electronic & Electrical Engineering
Sri Lanka
01.2002 - 12.2004

Diploma - Electronics

London Tec International
Sri Lanka
01.2001 - 12.2001

High School Diploma - Academic Education

St. Sylvester's College
Sri Lanka
01.1986 - 12.1999

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
09.2023 - Current

Technical consultant

PRUNDUS INFRA LANKA (PRIVATE) LIMITED
04.2021 - 08.2023

Master of Business Administration - Business Administration

University of Wolverhampton
02.2014 - 11.2016

Manager Network Planning & Design

DAR ECOM (PRIVATE) LIMITED
10.2012 - 03.2021

Sr. Engineer-Transmission Planning

ZTE CORPORATION
01.2011 - 09.2012

Master of Science - Telecommunication Technology

Manipal University
01.2008 - 11.2010

Project Engineer

GTL INTERNATIONAL LANKA (PRIVATE) LIMITED
06.2006 - 12.2010

Diploma - Electronic Engineering

City & Guilds
01.2004 - 11.2006

National Certificate for Industrial Technicians - Electronic & Electrical Engineering

Electronic & Electrical Engineering
01.2002 - 12.2004

Diploma - Electronics

London Tec International
01.2001 - 12.2001

High School Diploma - Academic Education

St. Sylvester's College
01.1986 - 12.1999

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