Sandy Wimalasena
About Sandy Wimalasena
Sandy Wimalasena is the Project Management Lead at ExxonMobil, with extensive experience in civil engineering and project management across multiple countries.
Current Role at ExxonMobil
Sandy Wimalasena currently holds the position of Project Management Lead at ExxonMobil, having joined the company in 2017. In this role, Sandy is stationed in Singapore and is responsible for overseeing various project management activities and ensuring timely and cost-effective project delivery. With extensive experience within ExxonMobil, Sandy brings valuable expertise and strategic oversight to the position.
Previous Roles at ExxonMobil
Before assuming the role of Project Management Lead, Sandy Wimalasena has held several key positions at ExxonMobil. From 2017 to 2019, Sandy served as Venture Civil Engineering Lead and Project Engineer in Singapore. From 2013 to 2018, Sandy took on multi-disciplinary roles including Multi-Disciplinary Project Engineer, Venture Civil Engineering Lead, and Site QA Lead across Singapore, Japan, and Malaysia. Additionally, from 2008 to 2012, Sandy worked as a Technical Lead at ExxonMobil Chemical Pte Ltd in Singapore.
Experience at CLP Power Hong Kong Ltd
Sandy Wimalasena contributed significantly to CLP Power Hong Kong Ltd in various capacities. From 2006 to 2008, Sandy worked as a Land Acquisition Manager. Prior to that, from 2002 to 2006, Sandy held the role of Project Manager and Head of Tunnelling. During this time, Sandy's responsibilities involved managing large-scale infrastructure projects and overseeing critical tunneling operations.
Educational Background
Sandy Wimalasena has an extensive educational background. Sandy achieved a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) from Henley Management College, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Sustainable Business from the University of Cambridge. Additionally, Sandy holds a B.Eng (Hons) in Civil Engineering from London South Bank University. These qualifications have equipped Sandy with a strong foundation in business management and sustainable practices, complementing their engineering expertise.
Professional Achievements
Sandy Wimalasena has achieved notable success in their career. Sandy generated USD 11.7 million in capital efficiency and saved 27 weeks of schedule time on the CRISP project through innovative strategies. Sandy provided technical oversight for 145,000m2 of soil improvement using vibro replacement and vibro compaction. Furthermore, Sandy led the interface with JTC for the design and construction of early works for the CRISP project, including a 1Km new drain and a 30m wide heavy haul road. Additionally, Sandy streamlined BCA government approval processes for structural plans and designed an economic scheme for a 1ha module staging area, resulting in significant project efficiencies.