Civil Engineer | Digital Specialist

Civil Engineer Embracing Digital Transformation

MSc Student in Digital Civil Engineering Science

Civil Engineer with 3+ years of hands-on construction site experience in Sri Lanka, currently expanding my expertise in digital engineering, BIM technologies, and data-driven approaches at Montanuniversität Leoben, Austria.

Sithmal Nonis

Professional Profile

I’m a Civil Engineer who has learned the realities of construction by working directly on site. My career began in Sri Lanka, where I spent more than three years managing construction projects, coordinating with architects and engineers, and delivering quality results within strict deadlines and budgets.

Today, the construction industry is changing rapidly, and I want to grow with it. Traditional construction methods are increasingly being combined with Building Information Modeling (BIM), data-driven decision-making, and digital workflows. To prepare for this shift, I am currently pursuing an MSc in Digital Civil Engineering Science at Montanuniversität Leoben.

Through this program, I am strengthening my ability to combine hands-on site experience with modern digital tools and technologies. My aim is to become a professional who bridges traditional construction practices and digital innovation, contributing to projects that are more efficient, sustainable, and informed by data.

"I'm actively seeking part-time opportunities in Austria where I can apply and further develop both my field experience and growing digital engineering knowledge."

3+
Years Experience
15+
Projects Led
BIM
Focus Area

Education

MSc in Digital Civil Engineering Science (DiCES)

Montanuniversität Leoben & TU Wien | 2025 – Present

Focus Areas

  • Building Information Modeling (BIM)
  • Data Analytics & Construction Visualization
  • Digital Project Management
  • Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE)
  • Sustainable & Smart Construction

About the Program

Preparing for the digitally-transformed construction industry by learning BIM workflows, computational design, and data-driven decision-making.

BSc (Hons) in Civil Engineering

SLTC, Sri Lanka | Jan 2024

Undergraduate studies focused on structural design, hydraulics, and project management standards.

Professional Experience

Jun 2024 – Oct 2024

Site Engineer

Nethu Builders, Sri Lanka

Managed construction for 3 residential projects, overseeing 50+ workers. Optimized material utilization and enforced strict safety standards.

Aug 2023 – May 2024

Site Engineer

Steps Construction (Pvt) Ltd

Led on-site execution and architectural coordination. Utilized Gantt charts and project management tools to ensure timeline adherence.

Trainee Civil Engineer

Airport & Aviation Services Sri Lanka

Focused on technical bid evaluation and professional drafting of site layouts using AutoCAD and SAP2000.

Trainee Civil Engineer

Archiform Design Consultants

Conducted structural design verification and quantity surveying for multi-story urban projects.

Leadership & Activities

AIESEC in SLTC

Vice President Marketing & Digital Experience (2022–2023)

  • • Led cross-cultural exchange programs for university students.
  • • Facilitated youth leadership workshops and organizational events.
  • • Managed community outreach initiatives and international networking.

IEEE IAS SLTC

Associate Coordinator (2021–2022)

  • • Engaged in global technical networking and industry standards.
  • • Participated in professional engineering development seminars.
  • • Collaborated on university-level technical innovation and research projects.

Chess Coach

Strategic Mentorship

  • • Mentored students in critical thinking and logical analysis.
  • • Taught advanced strategic planning and foresight techniques.
  • • Organized regional training sessions and competitive simulations.

Key Portfolio Projects

Multi-Story Commercial Building

Archiform Design Consultants | 2022

Supervised construction activities, coordinating between technical officers, quantity surveyors, and draftsmen.

Airport Infrastructure

Airport & Aviation Services | 2023

Technical bid evaluation and site measurement for a large-scale expansion project.

Commercial Development

Steps Construction | 2024

Managed project timelines and resource scheduling for high-priority commercial developments.

Technical Proficiency

Engineering Foundation

AutoCAD & Design92%
SAP2000 & Analysis88%

Digital Engineering

Revit (Learning Phase)50%
Data Analysis & Visualization78%

Let's Build the Future

I am open to discussions related to digital transformation in construction, BIM-related roles, or part-time engineering opportunities in Leoben or Vienna. While I am not yet a specialist in BIM or Revit, I am actively developing my skills and eager to strengthen my existing knowledge through practical experience and continuous learning.