FOCUS - Quarterly E-Journal of Institute of Quantity Surveyors, Sri Lanka

Quarterly E-journal (Special AGM Issue) of

The Institute of Quantity Surveyors, Sri Lanka
Volume 05: Issue - 02, November 2016

In this issue; IQSSLs Annual General Meeting - 2016

New Corporate Members ................................Page 2 Regulation refers to the state control over the businesses; conversely,
IQSSL AGM 2016 ...................................................Page 3 deregulation is the withdrawal of said control. Total control of government
20th Congress PAQS............................................Page 23 over businesses is unlikely.
Articles...................................................Page 24
CPD Diary...................................................................Page 27 Regulation has two different perspectives as economic regulation and
Membership Subscription ..........................Page 28 social regulation. Entry conditions, quality, energy, resources use, etc.
are considered under economic regulations; and social regulations are
Editorial Board; about health, safety and the environment. A regulation may restrict
Ch.QS. Dr. Chandana Jayalath supplies and/or promote safety and quality. Regulations protect consumer
Ch.QS. Lalith Ratnayake interests from dishonest practices and promote fair competition. They
Ch.QS. Indunil Seneviratne also offer better work standards and remuneration for employees, and
Ch.QS. Nandun Fernando protection to the environment. While the regulations are brought in
for the protection of various important interests, they usually become
Board of QS Publications; counterproductive for businesses, hinder economic growth and
Ch.QS. Nandun Fernando (Chairperson) sometimes become a burden to government due to attached subsidies.
Ch.QS. Dr. Chandana Jayalath
Ch.QS. Majith Kodithuwakku Deregulation gives more power to businesses and reduce burden of
Ch.QS. A.M.A.P. Karunarathna government. Though questionable, deregulation is thought to benefit
Ch.QS. Ms. E.A.P. Silva the consumers through improved quality of products and services
Ch.QS. Suranga Jayasena stemming from increased competition and productiveness.

While, regulation is a role of the government, construction professionals

Published by; also play a significant role in it. In fact, the regulatory framework set by
the government relies on professional discharge of duties at different
The Institute of Quantity Surveyors, Sri
positions and different levels of the framework. All professionals have a
Lanka (IQSSL)
moral and social responsibility to discharge their duties in accordance
with code of ethics and rules of their respective professional bodies so
Disclaimer; that they will have a positive impact on the environment, consumers,
The information contained in this publication communities, stakeholders and all other members of the public. Without
should not form the basis of any decision as all professionals meticulously assuming this responsibility, proper
to a particular course of action; nor should regulation of construction industry is impossible.
it be relied upon as a professional advice.
Under no circumstances shall the publisher To further the dialogue, Institute of Quantity Surveyors, Sri Lanka (IQSSL)
be liable for any direct, incidental, special and has taken up, Regulated Construction Industry Professional Duty and
consequential loss and damage that results
Societal Responsibility as the theme of our Annual Forum and Annual
from the readers reliance or non-reliance
Technical Session.
of information provided in this publication.
The copyright of this publication vests solely
and exclusively with the publisher and no
03rd November will be the starting date of events on the occasion of
part may be reproduced or transmitted by AGM activities. Annual Technical Sessions 2016 on this day is mainly
any process or means without prior written focused on the theme, Socital Responsibilities of Young Quantity
permission of the Institute of Quantity Surveyors and will begin at 1.00 pm on 03rd October in the Committee
Surveyors, Sri Lanka. Room B of Bandaranayke Memorial International Conference Hall (BMICH),
Bauddhaloka Mawatha, Colombo 07.

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INSTITUTE OF QUANTITY SURVEYORS, SRI LANKA.

The Professional Centre, No. 275/75, 2nd Floor, Prof Stanley Wijesundara Mw. Colombo 7.
Tel/ Fax: 011 2595570 Web: www.iqssl.lk Email: iqssl@sltnet.lk

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IQSSLs Annual General Meeting - 2016 (Contd)

The Chief Guest for the event will be Hon. Mahinda Samarasinghe M.P, Minister of Skills Development and
Vocational Training. The Guest of Honour for the Session will be Dr. Prathiba Mahanamahewa, Senior Lecturer,
Faculty of Law, University of Colombo. The Key Note Speaker for the Sessions will be Prof. Chithra Wedikkara.
Director QSERVE (Pvt) Ltd..

The second day of AGM activities will start with the AGM being attended by Members of IQSSL who are
eligible to participate and will be held at Crystal Ball Room of Hotel Taj Samudra, No 25. Galle Face Centre Road,
Colombo 03 from 3.00 pm to 5.30 pm.

The AGM will be followed by the Annual Forum which will take place at the same venue from 6.30 pm on
the same theme. The Chief Guest of that event will be Hon. Sarath Amunugama, M.P, Minister of Special
Assignment.

The key note speech will be delivered by Eng. Nissanka Wijeratne,. A panel discussion will follow the key note
speech and eminent professionals will participate in this panel discussion representing a wide spectrum of
the construction industry.

Finally, the participants will be able to enjoy the evening with music, companionship and dinner.

New Fellow Members

Following members are upgraded to Fellow Membership category of the Institute.

Ch.QS. G. M. Upul Shantha,

Ch.QS. Mahinda Gunawardene,
Ch.QS. N. Jayadewa,
Ch.QS. Jagath Basnayake
Ch.QS. Dhammika Gamage.

New Corporate Members

Following members are elevated to the Associate Membership and obtained the Chartered Quantity Surveyor
status of IQSSL at the APC held in 2016. While welcoming them to the corporate membership we congratulate
them on their success.;

Ch.QS. Mr. U.S.N. Kumara Ch.QS. Mr. R.M.D. Ratnayake

Ch.QS. Mr. W.L.S. Dinesh Ch.QS. Mr. D.P.S. Halahakoon
Ch.QS. Mr. A.H.L. De Zoysa Ch.QS. Mr. H.M.N. Senarathne
Ch.QS. Mr. W.S. Dushyantha Ch.QS. Mr. R.S. Abeygunawardana
Ch.QS. Ms. M.B.S. Nisansala Ch.QS. Mr. D.A.S.K. Jagodage
Ch.QS. Mr. N. Niranjan Ch.QS. Mr. M. Sathyaseelan
Ch.QS. Ms. W.M.P.K. Wanninayake Ch.QS. Mr. C.J. Kuruppu
Ch.QS. Mr. M.A. Upali Ch.QS. Ms. P.T.D. Wijenayaka
Ch.QS. Mr. S.A.U.S. Samaraweera Ch.QS. Ms. U.L.N. Chandima
Ch.QS. Mr. C.P. Rajakaruna Ch.QS. Mr. T.B.W. Perera
Ch.QS. Mr. A.G.J.R. Perera Ch.QS. Mr. L.A.S.D. Jayasena
Ch.QS. Mr. S.W.D. Gamlathge Ch.QS. Mr. S.D.S.D.G Sameera
Ch.QS. Mr. P.R.N. De Silva

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Message from President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of

Sri Lanka
I am pleased to send this message on the occasion of the Annual General Meeting-2016
of the Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka (IQSSL).

The IQSSL deserves to be complimented for the contribution made since inception
towards the progress of the Quantity Surveying profession, as well as to increase the
number of trained Quantity Surveyor to meet the growing demand. As the regulating
body of the Quantity Surveying profession in Sri Lanka, IQSSL has been regulating and

maintain highest level of professional and academic standards for the Quantity Surveyors in our country.
The theme of the annual forum of IQSSL Regulated Construction Industry-Professional Duty and Societal
Responsibility is very pertinent topic to discuss at a forum such as this because Quantity Surveyors

being cost advisers and cost controllers of construction projects can contribute immensely to regulate the
current practices of the construction Industry.
As a valued profession in the construction industry, the Quantity Surveyors contribution towards

construction projects is very important, It is expected that they would extend their valuable services to
such projects, which are constructed to meet the social and national needs to improve the living standards
of the general public in Sri Lanka.

I wish IQSSL all the very best for the 2016 Technical Session and Annual General Meeting.

His Excellency Maithripala Sirisena
President of the Democratic Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka

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Message from Hon. Minister of Housing and Construction

It is with great pleasure that I am sending this message on the occasion of the Annual
General Meeting 2016 of the Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka (IQSSL).
The continual need to train Quantity Surveyors of high calibre to meet both the local and

foreign demand has been recognised by the IQSSL and it has been providing knowledge
based support and other facilities in achieving this goal.

Being the regulating body of the Quantity Surveying profession in Sri Lanka since its

incorporation by an Act of Parliament in 2007, IQSSL has been regulating, promoting and maintaining
highest level of professional and academic standards of the Quantity Surveyors in Sri Lanka.

The theme of the annual forum this year, Regulated Construction Industry Professional Duty and Societal

Responsibility is a very opportune topic to discuss. All professionals involved in the construction industry
have a moral and social responsibility to uplift the living standards of the public in a cost effective manner
and the services rendered by the Quantity Surveyors are even more so as they are the cost advisers and
cost controllers of construction projects.

The Quantity Surveying services are of paramount importance to the construction projects launched by
the Government in order to control their costs and to provide value for money. My Ministry as the Ministry
responsible for the construction industry expects that the Quantity Surveyors would provide their valuable

services proactively to advise, monitor and control costs of all construction projects.

I wish IQSSL all the best at their Technical Sessions and the Annual General Meeting of 2016.

Sajith Premadasa M.P

Hon. Minister of Housing and Construction

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Message from the President of IQSSL

I am very much pleased to send this message on the occasion of the 2016 Annual
General Meeting of IQSSL and Annual Forum themed Regulated Construction
Industry - Professional Duty and Social Responsibility. I personally believe that all
QS professionals shall take serious note of this theme to make significant impacts on

sustainable development of our country.

In current context, there are three important issues connected with the local construction
industry. First, the link between growth of countrys economy and construction industry. Next is the

necessity to produce quality outputs while working within budgets, complying with regulations and within
time. Other issue is the need to economize construction works without harming their final objectives. I
believe that QS professionals shall strive to tackle all these challenges within a regulated framework.

As a country seeking rapid development, large investments in infrastructure is a necessity where
construction industry has to actively participate in all such projects, either directly or indirectly. As they
involve considerable amounts of investments made with both private and public capital, professionals shall
ensure adherence to principles of good governance, transparency and public accountability.

It is imperative that IQSSL as the only professional body in Quantity Surveying in Sri Lanka takes all
necessary and timely steps to enhance quality of services rendered by QSs in both private and public
sectors. I am happy to note that IQSSL was able to take many meaningful steps to impart extensive

technical knowledge, comprehensive professional QS education and principles of ethical conduct, all aimed
at professional development of our members during the last few decades. These measures will further
enable our QSs to be socially responsible through improved ethics and better professional education.

I wish the Members of Institute of Quantity Surveyors, Sri Lanka a successful AGM and Annual Forum in
2016.


Ch.QS. Mr. Nishantha Wickramasinghe
BSc. (QS) (Hons), MSc (Pro. Mgt), F.I.Q.S.SL
President,
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Message from the Vice-President

As the Vice President of the Institute of Quantity Surveyors, Sri Lanka It is my pleasure
and privilege to convey this message relating to the AGM & Annual Forum of 2016.
This year, the forum focuses on the timely theme, Regulated Construction Industry
Professional Duty and Social Responsibility.

The Sri Lankan Economy has consistently grown during the past decade. Consequently,
the country achieved the Millennium Development Goals pertaining to poverty
elimination and acquired the status of a middle income country. Hence, it is favorable
for Sri Lanka to focus on long-term strategic and structural plans to combat development
challenges as it strives to become an upper middle income nation.

In order to realise the aforementioned goal we require rapid Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth. The
construction industry has a vital role to play in terms of the growth of GDP and provision of employment.
Sri Lankas thirst for national growth is increasingly apparent. Insufficient infrastructure facilities is an
issue that extends from transportation in terms of roads, highways and rail roads, to Energy infrastructure
with relation to power generation, distribution, oil and gas field exploration, to Sanitary infrastructure
including water supply, drainage and irrigation infrastructure. Large-scale development of cities in terms
of housing, factories and tourism related construction is an unavoidable necessity. In short, I believe the
construction industry is the leading front runner in our path to development regardless of the sector you
may wish to focus on.

The current status-quo is a phase of rapid development. In such times, it is possible to experience ad-hoc
development, deterioration of quality in construction product and services, increase in construction cost,
excessive utilisation of natural resources and destruction of the natural environment. These detrimental
effects can be clearly seen with regard to the BRIC countries where they experienced rapid growth within
a limited time frame. In order to combat such negative trends we need to reform current malpractices,
revitalise benefiting practices and step towards a new construction industry. A new and modified system
that upholds professionalism and social responsibility and a strong Construction Industry overall, that
can act as the pillar that holds up a developing nation.

As the first step in realising this new Construction Industry, the Authorities and the stakeholders of the
Sri Lankan Construction Industry has already identified the need for a regulated Construction Industry.
Hence, they enacted the Construction Industry Development Act. Accordingly, Construction Industry
Development Authority together with Professional bodies, Construction contractors and Academics
related to the construction industry are currently working for further regulation and policy-making.
The Institute of Quantity Surveyors, Sri Lanka acknowledge the support given by the Government of
Sri Lanka throughout its history by the enactment of the institute in national legislation, inclusion of
the profession in Construction industry acts as well as the appointment of our members into various
committees in the government institutes. I am confident that many steps taken by the institute over
the past years including supporting of continued professional development, academic and professional
improvements and introduction of procedures in line with recent Construction Development Act etc.,
have rendered our members capable in facing any new challenges that may arise due to rapid National
growth.

Undoubtedly every citizen of the country has a moral duty to perceive and contribute to the development
efforts of the Government. It is undoubtable that the Institute of Quantity Surveyors, Sri Lanka will
have an important role to play in its sphere of expertise when shouldering the development goals of Sri
Lanka.

Ch.QS. Mr. G.M. Upul Shantha

BSc.(QS) (Hons), PG.Dip.(Cons. Mgt), F.I.Q.S.SL, AAIQS, MBA,
Vice President
Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka
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Message from the Secretary

I consider myself privileged to issue this brief message to the IQSSL quarterly
publication FOCUS which is published this time along with the 2016 IQSSL AGM &
Discussion forum which is the most significant event in the IQSSL calendar. This years
theme, Regulated Construction Industry- Professional Duty and Societal Responsibility

will enable an interactive and constructive dialogue among Industry professionals to
deliver quality assured projects with guaranteed public safety in Sri Lanka. Further, the
FOCUS publication articles will also create an atmosphere of diagnostic dialog to many
issues faced by the Sri Lankan construction industry, while shedding light on critical issues. I hope this

would also pave way for a detailed awareness on proper implementation of the Construction Industry
Development Act no 33 of 2014 which is primary brought into regulate the construction industry of Sri
Lanka.

Finally, my sincere appreciation goes to all the sponsors, well-wishers, members of the editorial board
of FOCUS and members of the IQSSL Board of publications who had immensely contributed towards
publishing this AGM issue of FOCUS.

Ch.QS. Mr. Indunil Seneviratne
BSc.(QS) (Hons), MSc (Const. Mgmt) USA, F.I.Q.S.SL
Hon. Secretary

Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka

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Message from the Chairperson - Professional Affairs Board (PAB)

At the end of another successful year and at a very important day in IQSSL calendar, PAB
report for the year under review is presented herewith with great pleasure. As per the
Rules, PAB is entrusted to advise the Council on various matters, handling disciplinary

actions and professional development of the members of the Institute. During the last
year PAB mostly concentrated on the priorities that have been identified by the Council
and the board.

The board has recognized that helping the membership to enhance their knowledge to establish themselves
in the industry with good practices as a prime requirement. During the year under review six CPD sessions
were conducted in the areas of Value Management, Claims, Insurance and Skills Development with well
experienced resource personals in academia and practice. Round table discussions were also conducted

with practicing QSs (mostly Chartered Quantity Surveyors) to discuss and resolve the problems they
have faced when working in Contract Administration. Both CPDs and Round table discussions were very
successful and members were given the opportunity to interact with the Institute as well. Short courses
on specific practicing areas were also organized facilitating the membership to learn better practices.

PAB closely work with the Institute in establishing the Service Minute for QS Service. Further under the
Councils direction PAB continued its interaction with regulatory authorities and professional institutions.
Active participation in CIDA in scrutinizing new publications, participation in various committees,

international and local conferences, forums and networking are few of the involvements.

Apart from the duties entrusted, PAB contributes to the other boards also when required and to the Council
in developing certain formalities.

Finally I would like to thank board members and the others those who voluntarily extend their support
towards PAB activities to bring and maintain the image of the Institute at high standard. I would hopefully
look forward for much active participation of PAB in the Institute.

Ch.QS. Ms. Anoma Gunasekara,

B.Sc.( QS). Hons., PG Dip ( CPM), F. I.Q.S.SL
Chairperson - Professional Affairs Board (PAB)
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Message from the Chairperson - Membership Affairs Board (MAB)

Membership Affairs Board (MAB) during the period 2015/2016 worked towards the
Institutes goal of gathering all Sri Lankan Quantity Surveyors under one national
institute.

Primary function of the board is to advice the Governing Council in matters relating
to membership including granting new memberships and membership upgrades.

Further, together with the Board of Quantity Surveying Education & Training,
Graduate Member entry route for non-accredited Degree holders was extended.
This will enable non-accredited degree holders to enter the Institutes Graduate
membership through a proposed entry examination.

We also temporarily opened once again a special Membership route for non-accredited member of
the Institute as adopted at the extra ordinary general meeting on 27/03/2015 which is operative till
31/12/2015 and finalized in 2016 successfully. As Chairperson of MAB, I am happy to note that there is a
significant interest among non-members of the Institute who are practicing as Quantity Surveyors in
Sri Lanka as well as abroad to join the Institute, while existing members have also shown an interest in
upgrading their membership by gaining required qualifications and experience.
Our present membership strength, as at 15th September 2015,is:
CATEGORY NO. OF MEMBERS 2015 NO. OF MEMEBERS 2016

Fellow 26 Nos. 30 Nos.
Associate 231 Nos. 240 Nos.
Graduate 373 Nos. 439 Nos.

Technical 134 Nos. 248 Nos.
Probationary 28 Nos. 31 Nos.
Students 2227 Nos. 2330 Nos.
Registered 27 Nos. 27 Nos.
Total 3,046 Nos 3345 Nos.
During the last year, we noted a considerable interest for technical membership from candidates who
have successfully completed Level III professional examination conducted by the IQSSL joining as
Technical members increasing the number from 134 to 248. Graduate memberships have also increased
from 373 to 439.

We also conducted number of interviews for those who applied for Probationary membership to assess
their work experience.

Total student membership is about 2,330, with more education opportunities being available in Sri Lanka
as well as abroad, we encourage students to explore all membership routes available for Associate
membership.
I thank members of Membership Affaire Board, namely Ch.Qs. Mrs. Devika Liyanage, Ch.Qs. Mr. Rajitha
Dassanayake, Ch.Qs. Mrs. Nilmini Thilakarathna and Ch.Qs. Mr. Mahinda Goonawardena and Ch.Qs. Mr.
H.A.P.R Hangawatta who worked tirelessly to make the boards affairs a success.

Ch.QS. Mr. A.N. Jayadeva,
A.I.Q.S. SL
Chairperson - Membership Affairs Board (MAB)
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Message from the Chairperson - Board of Quantity Surveying

Education & Training (BQSET)

In my capacity as the Chairperson of the Board of Quantity Surveying Education and

Training (BQSET), which is one of the seven boards of the Institute of Quantity Survey-
ors Sri Lanka (IQSSL) incorporated by an Act of Parliament (No 20 of 2007), I am pleased
to place here on record the progress made by the Board in the various activities it un-
dertook during the Session 2015/ 2016.

The BQSET along with its sub committees is very pleased to note that most of the ac-
tivities initiated by them during the period under review could be completed by the
end of the Session. It is encouraging to note that the remaining activities that have not
yet been completed have also made satisfactory progress having undergone many revisions during the
Session.

One of the activities of high priority that was entrusted to the Board by the IQSSL was preparation of a
guideline for accreditation of Quantity Surveying Degree programmes. The Board was able to complete
the task successfully and now it is published in the IQSSL web site. The board continued conduct of the
Charter Classes for the APC candidates and these classes were conducted for the 2016 February APC and
continued for the 2016 August APC as well.

Based on a recommendation made by the BQSET, the IQSSL became a contributing institution when the
degrees offered by Unitec Institute of Technology, New Zealand, Massey University, New Zealand, UCTS, Ma-
laysia, Universiti Sains Malaysia and Huddlesfield University, UK. were accredited by the Pacific Associa-
tion of Quantity Surveyors (PAQS).

Furthermore, consequent to the resolution adopted on 10 May 2013 by the IQSSL, the BQSET commenced
conducting the Graduate Member Qualifying Exam (GMQE) for the benefit of those who hold non-accred-
ited degrees. Twelve candidates sat for the August 2016 GMQE and four out of them were successful at
the exam.

During the period under review, the BQSET successfully conducted two (02) APCs, and assisted the Mem-
bership Affairs Board specifically in selecting 24 candidates for the APC through the special provision. It
also conducted for the two (02) semesters of the Session, Professional Level Exams of IQSSL at Levels 1, 2
and 3, under both new and old syllabi.
The BQSET is very much appreciative of the valuable contribution made by the members of the IQSSL by
serving as examiners, moderators, supervisors, invigilators of the APC, GMQE and the Professional Level
I, II and II Exams and also by serving as members of the selection panels of both Level I of the Profes-
sional Level Exam and the Quantity Surveying Practice module. The BQSET has also assisted the Board of
Management in the negotiations the latter had with the Northumbria University on entering in to a MOU
with them in order to enable HND and professional level students to follow courses at the Northumbria
University.

The Board is quite pleased with its achievements during the Session 2015/16, and will strive to complete
at its earliest those activities which it has not been able to complete so far. The BQSET would be glad to
contribute to the continued progress of the IQSSL and would wish it all success.

Ch.QS. Mrs. Kanchana Perera

BSc (QS) (Hons), M.Phil, F.I.Q.S.SL, FAIQS, MRICS, ICECA
Chairperson - Board of Quantity Surveying Education and Training
Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka

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Message from the Chairperson - Board of Management for College of

Quantity Surveying (BOM)
With great pleasure the Board of Management of College of Quantity Surveying (BOM)
present its Board report for another successful year 2015/2016.
The BOM with clear understanding of its duties lead the College of Quantity Surveying
(CQS), the education arm of Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka (IQQSL) incorpo-
rated by Act No. 20 of 2007, further success in the past year.

The CQS, being the only Quantity Surveying Education institute which is directly under
the IQSSL, has been created increasing popularity for the courses conducted by the CQS, the professional
level programmes for those who are currently employed in the field of Quantity Surveying and the Higher
National Diploma in Quantity Surveying (HND (QS)-CQS, IQSSL) for school leavers after Advanced Level
examinations. The CQS along with IQSSL maintain high standard in programmes that the CQS offer.

During this year BOM renewed the registration of HND (QS) CQS, IQSSL at Tertiary and Vocational Train-
ing Commission, Sri Lanka (TVEC) and also submitted documents to TVEC to obtain National Vocational
Qualification (NVQ) for HND (QS). The BOM along with IQSSL continued discussions with Northumbria
University, United Kingdom (NU) after signing the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with NU, for
successful commencement of BSc. (QS) in the year 2017.

Procedure manual and all quality control documents were prepared and improved for CQS and maintain
as control documents for future use with further improvements.

To upgrade existing facilities at CQS, BOM purchased new books to the library and also decided to pur-
chase some additional Computers and computer tables including necessary software. Further BOM make
arrangements to improve classroom facilities with necessary infrastructure.

In the Year 2016 students at College organized a Pirith Chanting Ceremony at CQS with the guidance of
BOM. The BOM appreciate the contribution and leadership of students of CQS in organizing these events
with minimum guidance of BOM and the Council of IQSSL.
Further steps would be taken by BOM to upgrade facilities to enhance the knowledge of CQS students.
BOM is planning to obtain NVQ level for HND and Professional Level students and planning for many
more improvements in future.

In achieving above tasks, the BOM appreciate the priceless support extended by the President, Vice Presi-
dent, Secretary, Treasurer, Chairpersons, Council Members of IQS,SL, Lecturers, staff of College and IQSSL
and all the board members sub-committee members of BOM namely Ch.QS. Suranga Jayasena, Ch.QS. Sen-
erath Wetthasinghe, Ch.QS. Prasad Dissanayake, Ch.QS. Mrs. Subashini Dasanayake and Ch.QS. Dr. Thanuja
Ramachandra, Ch.QS. N. Rex, Ch.QS. Ms. Asitha De Silva and hope their continuous support on future
tasks of BOM.

Ch.QS. Mrs. Champa Liyanage
BSc (QS) (Hons), F.I.Q.S.SL
Chairperson Board of Management of College of Quantity Surveying
Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka

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Message from the Chairperson - Board of Quantity Surveying

Publications (BQSP)
As the body in-charge of inward and outward communications of IQSSL, BQSP has been
able to successfully disseminate information accurately and timely to all Members and
other stakeholders during the past year, through print and electronic media. The Board
continued with its assistance to Governing Council and College of Quantity Survey-
ing by coordinating and handling all notices and advertisements carried in the print
media.

I am happy to note that BQSP successfully continued with its planned enhancements of official website
with a vast pool of information. It is with much appreciation that I note of contributions of Web Sub Com-
mittee of BQSP ably piloted by Ch.QS. Mr. Suranga Jayasena in further improving the website and its fea-
tures.

During the year of 2015/ 2016, three issues of e-journal FOCUS were published, with material vetted and
suitably edited by the Editorial Board. BQSP also successfully continued with the task of providing a slim
diary to all Corporate Members as a value added service, which it initiated the year before.

During the year, BQSP was blessed with an increased number of Members and Sub Committee members,
which greatly facilitated its tasks.

I very humbly record with appreciation the support extended by all Governing Council Members of IQSSL
and Board members of BQSP including members of the Editorial Board and Web Sub Committee during
the entire year.

Ch.QS. Mr. Nandun Fernando

BSc (QS) (Hons), A.I.Q.S.SL, Attorney at Law,
Chairperson Board of Quantity Surveying Publications
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Message from the Chairperson - Financial Affairs Board (FAB)

It is with great sense of satisfaction I convey this message on the occasion of Annual
General meeting of Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka on 4th November 2016 at
Taj Samudra, Colombo.

We have made every attempt to maintain a healthy financial status of the institute and
promote the service to the membership up to a satisfactory level.

It is my pleasure to inform you that we have made several achievements related to financial status of the

institute during the year 2015 -2016.Owing to the hard work put in by the staff of the secretariat, reason-
able amount of outstanding membership subscriptions have been collected. Its noteworthy to mention
the response from majority members in this regard. However continuous efforts and positive responses
from the membership are essential to maintain this trend.

Even though feasibility constraints have prevented us from establishing a payment gateway, I am pleased
to inform that the institute has managed to open a RFC account at Commercial Bank. I would request all
the members working abroad to use this account when making subscriptions.

I would request all the members for their fullest corporation by making timely payment and providing
valuable proposals to improve the financial stability of the institute.

I thank the President, members of the council and the IQSSL staff for all their assistance during my tenure
as the treasurer.

Ch.QS. Mr. Mahinda Gunawardena
F.I.Q.S.SL
Treasurer and Chairperson Financial Affairs Board
Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka

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Message from the Chairperson - Public Relations and Welfare Board

(PRWB)
As the chairperson of the Public Relations and Welfare Committee of the In-
stitute of Quantity Surveyors, Sri Lanka, I hereby place my report regard-
ing activities and tasks achieved and completed during the year 2015/2016.

Consisting five committee members and three subcommittee members un-

der the Public and Welfare Committee, It arranged an appreciation award cer-
emony for the sponsors of AGM and annual session which successfully complet-
ed in Oct 2015. IQSSL presence was further established within the industry community by this event.

During this year, more religious and social events were organized by the committee in co-
ordination with other boards. Such main events are, overnight Pirith chanting at the Col-
lege of Quantity Surveying, Bodhi pooja event at Kithsirimewan Rajamaha Viharaya, Ke-
laniya to commemorate and offer merits to demised members and to bless the present
members of the IQSSL. Donations were also given to flood affected community during May/June.

Public Relations and Welfare Committee coordinated and made arrangements to hold
over ten CPD events, conducted by IQSSL during this year. We, as members of this com-
mittee, have been preparing and organizing this year Technical Session, AGM and An-
nual Forum which will be held at BMICH and Taj Samudra Hotel, Colombo respectively.

On behalf of the IQSSL and Public Relations and welfare Committee, we have to com-
memorate Ch.QS Bernard Gunarathne, one of the active members of this com-
mittee, whose untimely death deprived us of his valuable service and cordiality.

I have to appreciate all committee and subcommittee members, namely, Ch.QS Upali Jay-
alath, Ch.QS Rajitha Dassanayake, Ch.QS (Mrs.) Dilani Abeynayake, Ch.QS (Mrs.) Kasun Gunaseka-
ra, Ch.QS (Mrs.) Yasitha Bulathsinhala, Ch.QS (Mrs.) Samanthi Senavirathna, Ch.QS A.D. Lalith,
who contributed and well supported to achieve all tasks and events completed during this year.

Ch.QS. Mr.Jagath Basnayake

A.I.Q.S.SL, Assoc. RICS
Chairperson Public Relation & Welfare Board
Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka

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Governing Council 2015/2016

Seated (Left to Right):
Ch.QS. Mrs. Kanchana Perera (Council Member), Ch.QS. Ms. Anoma Gunasekera (Council Member), Ch.QS. Mr. Mahinda

Gunawardene (Treasurer), Ch.QS. Mr. G. M. Upul Shantha (Vice President), Ch.QS. Mr. Nishantha Wickremasinghe
(President), Ch.QS. Mr. Hemantha Aponso (Immediate Past President), Ch.QS. Mr. Indunil Seneviratne (Secretary),
Ch.QS. Mrs. Champa Liyanage (Assistant Secretary).
Standing (Left to Right):
Ch.QS. Mr. Nandun Fernando (Council Member), Ch.QS. Mr. Rajitha Dassanayake (Council Member), Ch.QS. Mr. Thilanka
Wijesinghe (Council Member), Ch.QS. Mr. Senerath Wetthasinghe (Council Member), Ch.QS. Mr. Hasitha Gunasekera
(Council Member), Ch.QS. Mr. Jagath Basnayake (Assistant Treasurer), Ch.QS. Mr. Duleesha Wijesiri (Council Member),
Ch.QS. Mr. Lalith Ratnayake (Council Member), Ch.QS. Mr. A. N. Jayadewa (Council Member)


IQSSL - Administrative Staff
Ms. Indrani Perera - Board Secretary

Ms. Piyumi Indunil Fonseka - Assistant Accountant
Ms. Harshini Maduwanthi - Administrative Officer
Ms. Yashodha Sulakshana Abeysiri - Accounts Assistant

IQSSL College of Quantity Surveying - Administrative Staff

Mrs. Dilani Abeynayake - Academic Coordinator
Mrs. Warna de Silva - Programme Coordinator

Mr. H.M.G.C.P. Herath - Administration Executive
Ms. Shivoni Kaumadee Batawalage - Clerk
Mr. Paranagamage Sarath Rathnasiri - Office Assitant
Mrs. Kanthi Rodrigo - Office Aid

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IQSSL Boards and Board Members

Professional Affairs Board (PAB) Board of Quantity Surveying Publications

Ch.QS Ms. Anoma Gunasekera (Chairperson) (BQSP)
Ch.QS Lalith Rathnayake
Ch.QS D.M.H.Gunasekara
Ch.QS Nandun Fernando (Chairperson)
Ch.QS Dr. Chandana Jayalath
Ch.QS Ms. Nilmini Thilakarathna Ch.QS Suranga Jayasena
Ch.QS Chandraguptha Weerakoon
Ch.QS Ms. K.D.K. Rangani
Ch.QS Majith Kodithuwakku
Ch.QS A.M.A.P. Karunarathna
Ch.QS Ms. E.A.P. Silva
Sub committee of BOSP (Special Publications)
Membership Affairs Board (MAB) -Ch.QS Ms. C.U. Amaratunga
Ch.QS A.N.Jayadeva (Chairperson)
Ch.QS M.M.N.Gunawardana
-Ch.QS Ms. H.M.I.S.A. Seneviratne

Ch.QS D.M.P. Rajitha Dassanayake

Ch.QS Ms. Devika Liyanage
Ch.QS Ms. Nilmini Thilakarathna
Financial Affairs Board (FAB)
Ch.QS M.M.N.Gunawardana (Chairperson)
Ch.QS H.A.P.R. Hangawatta Ch.QS J.K.Basnayake

Ch.QS Sumith Lokuge

Ch.QS Ms. Nisha Thambugala
Board of Quantity Surveying Education & Training
(BQSET)
Ch.QS Ms. Y.K. Bulathsinghala
Ch.QS Ms. T. Janaki Dilrukshi Paranamanage
Ch.QS B.A. Kanchana Perera (Chairperson)
Ch.QS Indunil Seneviratne
Ch.QS Vijitha Disaratna
Public Relations and Welfare Board (PRWB)
Ch.QS Dulisha Wijesiri
Ch.QS J.K.Basnayake (Chairperson)
Ch.QS Tilanka Wijesinghe
Ch.QS Deepa Samaraweera Ch.QS MS.Dilani Abenayake
Ch.QS Ms. Kasun Amali Gunasekara
Sub committee of BQSET (Accreditation)
-Dr. Yasangika Sadanayake Ch.QS D.M.P. Rajitha Dassanayake
-Dr. Sachie Gunatilake Ch.QS Upali Jayalath
-Ch.QS Suranga Jayasena Sub committee of BQSET (Quality Assurance)
Sub committee of BQSET (Quality Assurance) -Ch.QS Ms. Y.K. Bulathsinghala
-Ch.QS Dr. Thanuja Ramachndra -Ch.QS Ms. H.M.I.S.A. Seneviratne
-Ch.QS A.D. Lalith
-Ch.QS Dr. Gayani Karunasena
-Ch.QS Dr. Anuradha Waidyasekara

Board of Management for College of Quantity Surveying (BOM)

Ch.QS Ms. Champa Liyanage (Chairperson)
Ch.QS Senarath Wetthasinghe
Ch.QS Shantha Fernando
Ch.QS Suranga Jayasena
Ch.QS Subashni Dasanayake
Ch.QS Pasadth Dissanayake
Ch.QS Dr. Thanuja Ramachndra
Ch.QS Dilani Abenayake
Sub committee of BOM (Student Learning Environment and Facilities)
-Ch.QS N. Rex
-Ch.QS Ms. E.A.P. Silva

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IQSSL AGM - Theme of the Forum

Regulated Construction Industry Professional Duty and Societal
Responsibility
By Ch.QS Suranga Jayasena

Regulation refers to the state control over the businesses; conversely, deregulation is the withdrawal
of said control. Total control of government over businesses is unlikely. A regulated or deregulated

industry is a relative term. It is ascertained comparatively between two status quos; such as past vs.
present, current vs. planned, real vs. expected, or between two different countries.

Regulation has two different perspectives as economic regulation and social regulation. Entry conditions,
quality, energy, resources use, etc. are considered under economic regulations; and social regulations

are about health, safety and the environment. A regulation may restrict supplies and/or promote
safety and quality. Regulations protect consumer interests from dishonest practices and promote fair
competition. They also offer better work standards and remuneration for employees, and protection to
the environment. While the regulations are brought in for the protection of various important interests,
they usually become counterproductive for businesses, hinder economic growth and sometimes become

a burden to government due to attached subsidies.
Deregulation gives more power to businesses and reduce burden of government. Though questionable,
deregulation is thought to benefit the consumers through improved quality of products and
services stemming from increased competition and productiveness. For example, deregulation

in telecommunication sector can bring in new and high quality products and technologies at very
competitive pricing.

Lack of regulation is not deregulation. However, it also offers high levels of competition which may benefit
the consumer in terms of pricing. Main difference in this competition when compared to competition

at deregulation is that this occurs in a vacuum of standards among consumers. This condition is
severe among construction clients, because they often are one-time consumers. In a less regulated
construction industry, the condition of adverse selection becomes very high. Since clients are unaware
of the appropriate quality standards and who would deliver them, they chose to go for seemingly good
but factually poor quality offered at cheaper price. Consequently, good or appropriate quality is driven

out of the market and poor quality sets the standards in the industry. Continued condition will further
lower the industry standards. This is the primary reason for the necessity for strong regulations in
construction industry.

While, regulation is a role of the government, construction professionals also play a significant role in
it. In fact, the regulatory framework set by the government relies on professional discharge of duties
at different positions and different levels of the framework. All professionals have a moral and social
responsibility to discharge their duties in accordance with code of ethics and rules of their respective
professional bodies so that they will have a positive impact on the environment, consumers, communities,
stakeholders and all other members of the public. Without all professionals meticulously assuming this
responsibility, proper regulation of construction industry is impossible.
Further to this, construction clients heavily rely on professionals in procuring appropriate quality

facilities. It is the duty of all professionals to provide their clients with all necessary information for them
to take well informed decisions. This will minimize the condition of adverse selection and ultimately
lead to set up higher standards in the industry
A tricky subsector in construction is the construction of condominium apartments. The clients of these
projects are not the consumers; thus, they do not represent the interest of real consumers. Often the

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projects are procured with design and build agreements. Interestingly, in many projects, the client and
the design and build contractor are the same entity though they may represent separate registered
businesses. Dishonesty in these businesses, if exists, is concealed among these partners. The consumers
almost totally rely on the trust they place of professionals involved in the project.

A little similar context is found in public sector construction projects where client is not the consumer. The
community expect that public money would be spent for the maximum benefit of the public. All public-
sector development projects have significant involvement of professionals at different levels, including the
higher levels of decision making. It is important that they all recognize their societal responsibility in the
discharge of their duties and services. This is not limited to assuring value for money in terms of quality
of product and money spent, but also includes quality of delivery process, protection of environment,
safety and wellbeing of community, and sustainable development.

Though it may not have been highlighted, it could be observed that failure of the professionals to diligently
uphold their respective societal responsibilities have caused disasters or lead to cause severe damages
in recent disaster events. It is not only because they are involved in design and construction of buildings
and other facilities, but also because they are the ones who propose, validate, recommend or approve
construction activates while serving at different levels of administrative structure of the country. This
highlights that professional responsibilities extend very much beyond the professional boundaries.

The professionals are a key asset of the country. The society has made a significant investment to develop
individuals to become professionals, by spending on their education, health and wellbeing, and facilitating
learning by providing opportunities for training and research. The society trust and expect that the
professional community will do the best to assure their safety, health and wellbeing, and to uplift their
living standards.

A regular reviews and reflections among professions are necessary to assure that they maintain and
develop necessary skills to meet current and future challenges. This should then be extended to identifying
necessary skills at technical and labour force level, and to develop appropriate programmes and strategies
to cultivate those skills in them.

A strong regulatory framework is important for professionals to discharge their duties appropriately, and
for proper regulations of professions. The frameworks often require improvements cater contemporary
needs, such as revision of standards and specifications to suit newer construction practices, methods
and materials.

Construction is a significant environment concern because of its environment impact during construction
and lifetime energy and water consumption of its finished products, i.e. buildings. Innovative technologies,
new construction methods, and alternative materials are being introduced. It is essential that General
Specifications in regulatory framework is updated to support them. There are many efficient contractual
arrangements not yet adopted in Sri Lanka. These must be reviewed and incorporated into local
standards.

It is time to review if the current methods of measurement and the Bills of Quantities formulated on them
fulfil the requirements of the industry. Does the Quantity Surveyor fulfil all cost information needs of
industry participants? Is it not time to adopt operational bills based on WBS so that bill items correspond
with activities in construction programmes? What alternative methods would provide clients, designers
and builders with coherent cost information to make better informed decisions? How can emerging
technologies be utilized offer efficient information? Its time to rethink. Its time to find answer so that
Quantity Surveyors can assure their professional duty and societal responsibility in his/her own acts and
through facilitating others in taking informed decisions.

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IQSSL College of Quantity Surveying (CQS)

The College of Quantity Surveying (CQS) is the only Quantity Surveying Educational Institute placed directly
under the Institute of Quantity Surveyors, Sri Lanka (IQSSL). The IQSSL is the only professional institute in
Quantity Surveying established under Act of Parliament titled Institute of Quantity Surveyors, Sri Lanka
(Incorporation) Act, No. 20 of 2007.
As expressly described in the Act, one of the primary objectives of the Institute of Quantity Surveyors

is to disseminate and impart knowledge on Quantity Surveying (QS) and related subjects through
educational programs.

To achieve this objective, in the year 2005 the Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka established its own
education arm, the College of Quantity Surveying. The CQS dedicated to provide high standard Quantity

Surveying education to different categories of the students in Sri Lanka who are interested on quantity
surveying education and practice. With the increasing popularity, the CQS is educating and guiding
apprentice Quantity Surveyors working in the industry and the school leavers for professional practice in
Quantity Surveying. As per the feed-back from the industry, they have been very successful in catering
for both local and foreign construction industries and therefore in high demand. The College has already
developed several courses of study delivered in English medium. The ultimate goal of this exercise is to
elevate them to the Chartered Quantity Surveyor status after following Professional Level programmes

and/or the Degree programme, B.Sc.(QS) from year 2017.
Study Programmes Conducted by College of Quantity Surveying
The CQS IQSSL norm is Quality Quantity Surveying Education within the country
Therefore, following Study programmes are conducted at the College of Quantity Surveying maintaining
high standard in conducting lectures.
1. Higher National Diploma In Quantity Surveying HND(QS)- CQS,IQSSL
2. Professional Level Programme
a. Professional Level 1
b. Professional Level 2
c. Professional Level 3
3. Charter Classes for candidates who are sitting APCs
4. B.Sc.(QS) from year 2017
In addition to classroom lectures, the College organizes induction programs, refresher courses, CPDs,
seminars, study groups, guest lectures and group discussions etc. with the view of updating and facilitating
the learning process of the Quantity Surveyors. 1.

Programme Management
Board of Management (BOM) of the IQSSL is directly responsible for the administration of College of Quantity
Surveying (CQS). Higher National Diploma in Quantity Surveying is offered and managed by the CQS.
Professional Level 1,2,3 Exams and preparatory lecture series for APC candidates, called as Charter Classes
are conducted by the Board of Quantity Surveying Education and Training (BQSET) of the IQSSL. The
administration and the management of the Professional L1, L2, programs L3 and APC charter Classes are
done by the Board of Management for College of Quantity Surveying (BOM) of the IQSSL.
Higher National Diploma (HND (QS) CQS, IQSSL) in Quantity Surveying

This two and half year programme has been specifically designed and launched in January 2013, for the
benefit of school leavers who wish to join the Quantity Surveying profession. On completion of this study
programme and with approved employment by IQSSL, the students have two optional paths.

1. To follow professional Level 1, 2, and 3 and become a Technical Member of the IQSSL.
2.To continue with the B.Sc.(QS). (This path will be open for the students from the year 2017)
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IQSSL College of Quantity Surveying (Contd)

Those who wish to join the HND (QS) course at CQS have to satisfy following basic requirements:

1. Minimum of 2 passes in GCE (A/L) in one and the same sitting in either Mathematics or Bio Science
Streams or
2.Minimum of 2 passes in GCE (A/L) in commerce stream with a credit pass in General English and
very good passes (minimum B) for Science and Mathematics in GCE (O/L)

Management Structure of College of Quantity Surveying

Professional Level 1, Level-2 and Level-3 programs

Professional level programs are designed to build the knowledge towards becoming a Chartered Quantity
Surveyor. The candidates who were successful in the Level 3 examination are entitled to apply for
the Technical membership of the Institute. On maintaining a diary for three (03) year period under the
supervision of a Chartered Quantity Surveyor, the technical member is eligible to sit for the Assessment
of Professional Competence (APC) to obtain Chartered Quantity Surveyor status.
Charter Classes
IQSSL conducts its APCs twice in each year. IQSSL has identified the need of preparatory lectures,
the Charter Classes for potential candidates. The main objective of the Charter Classes is to upgrade
knowledge of APC candidates in the areas of competencies to expected level of the IQSSL and to perform
and represent in the profession of Quantity Surveying as a Chartered Quantity Surveyor, when successful.
The participation in the Charter Classes is not mandatory to sit for APC. However, attending Charter
Classes are strongly recommended by IQSSL for the candidates who are eligible to sit for APC.

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The Academic Staff of CQS
The College is blessed with a Faculty, comprising of Chartered Quantity Surveyors and other specialists
from related subject areas. The members of the academic staff are especially selected from senior most
qualified industry professionals and university academia. The rich blend enables the College to deliver
HND(QS) and Professional Levels programmes and B.Sc.(QS) in future, focusing on theory and best practices
for Quantity Surveying Education in Sri Lanka.


Panel of Lecturers

1. Attorney-at-Law. Ms. Akalanka Alexander , Notary Public, Commissioner for oaths and Company Sec.
2. Ms. Amalka Nawaratne, B.Sc.(FM) (Hons), M.Sc. (REEM) (UK)., SEDA(UK)
3. Ch.QS. Anoma Gunasekara, BSc (QS) Hons, PG Dip (CPM.), MRICS, F.I.QS.SL

4. Ch.QS. Dr. Anuradha Waidyasekara, B.Sc.(QS)(Hons), M.Sc.(Civil Eng.), A.I.Q.S SL , AAIQS, SEDA(UK),
5. Ms. Anushika Ekanayake, B.Sc (Q.S) Hons
6. Ms. Aparna Samaraweera, B.Sc.(QS) Hons, Reading PhD, SEDA(UK)
7. Ch.QS. Dilani Abeynayake, B.Sc (Q.S) Hons, A.I.QS.SL

8. Ch.QS. Dr. Gayani Karunasena, B.Sc.(QS)Hons, MPhil(SL), PhD(UK), MBCS, A.I.Q.S SL, SEDA(UK),
9. Ms. Harshani Malwarachhci, B.Sc.(FM) Hons, M.Phil., SEDA (UK).
10. Mr. Hiranya Sandirigama, Chartered Architect, B,Sc (B.E), M.Sc (Architecture), AIA (SL)
11. Mr. Indika Welikanna, Bsc in Physical Science, B.Sc (Surveying Sc), MSc.(Geoinformatics), Higher Dip in Survey Sc.

12. Eng. Indradeva Mendis, B.Sc.(Eng.), MBA
13. Ch.QS. Indunil Senevirathne, B.Sc.(QS)(Hons), M.Sc. (Const.Mgt.)(US), F.I.Q.S. SL
14. Ch.QS. Jagath Basnayake, F.I.QS.SL, ARICS
15. Ch.QS. Kanchana Perera, B.Sc (QS) Hons, MPhil(SL), F.I.Q.S SL , FAIQS, FRICS, ICECA
16. Ms. Kirushanthini Balakrishnan, BSc (Hons), Industrial Statistics(Special)
17. Mr. Mahesh Abeynayake, LL.B (Hons), LLM(Colombo), Attorney-at-Law & Notary Public
18. Ms. Mathusha Francis, B.Sc.(QS) Hons, Reading M.phil.
19. Ch.QS. Nilmini Thilakarathne, BSc (QS) Hons., Mphil, MSc (Proj. Mgt), A.I.QS.SL

20. Ch.QS. Nishantha Wickramasinghe, B Sc (QS) Hons, M Sc (Pro. Mgt.), F.I.QS.SL
21. Ch.QS. Pradeep Kumara, B.Sc (Q.S) Hons, A.I.QS.SL
22. Mr. Pramuditha Coomasaru, TMIQSSL, PG. Dip (BM, Col), MBS (BS, Col)
23. Ch.QS. Prasad Dissanayake, B.Sc. (QS) Hons., A.I.QS.SL, MCIOB(UK), Dip. in Commercial Arbitration

24. Ms. Roshani De Zoysa, BA, English(Major).
25. Eng. Ruwan Udayanandana, B.Sc Eng., PG Dip in Mech. Eng (UK), PG Dip in Manufacturing Sys. Eng. (SL), MIESL.
26. Eng. Samitha Jayakody, BSc (Civil Eng), M.Eng.(Strut.)(Japan), MBA (SL), , MIESL, Member of JCI, Member of JSCE (Japan).
27. Eng. Sarath Dissanayake, B Sc (Civil Eng), M Sc (PM), AMICE (SL)

28. Ms. Shalika Waduthanthrige, LL.B (Hons) Attorney-at-Law & Notary Public
29. Ch.QS. Subhashini Dassanayake, B.Sc (Q.S) Hons, A.I.QS.SL, AAIQS
30. Ch.QS. Sumith Lokuge, B.Sc.(QS) Hons, Dip. in Commercial Arbitration, A.I.QS.SL
31. Ch.QS. Dr. Thanuja Ramachandran, B Sc (QS) Hons, M Phil(SL), PhD(NZ), A.I.QS.SL,

32. Ch.QS. Thilanka Wijesinghe, B.Sc (Q.S) Hons, A.I.QS.SL
33. Ch.QS. Viraj Indunil, B.Sc. (Hons), Dip. in Commercial Arbitration, A.I.QS.SL
34. Dr. Yasangika Sandanayake, B Sc (QS) Hons, PhD (UK), CTHE, SEDA(UK)

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Special (Guest) Lecturers

01. Ch.QS. H D Chandrasena, ARMIT (QS), FAIQS, FRICS, F.I.QS.SL, AI Arb (Aust)
02. Ch.QS. Lalith Ratnayake, B.Sc. (QS) Hons, M.Sc. in Project Management F.I.Q.S.SL
03. Ch.QS. Indunil Senevirathne, B.Sc.(QS)(Hons), M.Sc. (Const.Mgt.)(US), F.I.Q.S. SL
04. Ch.QS. Mahinda Gunawardana, F.I.Q.S. SL
05. Ch.QS. A N Jayadeva, F.I.Q.S. SL
06. Ch.QS. Kanchana Perera, B.Sc (QS) Hons, MPhil(SL), F.I.Q.S SL , FAIQS, FRICS, ICECA
07. Eng. Chandana Dalugoda, C.Eng.,MIE(SL) ACIBSE, LCGI (UK), MASHARE (USA)
08. Ch.QS. Dr. Gayani Karunasena, B Sc (QS) Hons, M Phil, PhD (UK), SEDA(UK), A.I.QS.SL,
09. Mr Vipula Abeyratne, B Sc (Surveying Science), M.Sc,(Germany), MSI(SISL)
10. Ch.QS. Dilani Abeynayake, B.Sc (Q.S) Hons, A.I.QS.SL
11. Ch.QS. Duleesha Wijesiri, BSc (QS) Hons, , MRICS, A.I.QS.SL
12. Ch.QS. Hasitha Gunasekera, BSc (QS) Hons., MSc (PM), Dip in Arb, A.I.QS.SL, MAIQS, MCIOB (UK), ACIArb(UK)
13. Ch.QS. Majith Kodithuwakku, B.Sc. QS (Hons), PG Dip in CLDR, Dip. in Arb, A.I.QS.SL,
14. Dr Sachie Gunatilake, B.Sc. QS (Hons) (SL), PhD(UK)
15. Dr. Thilini Jayawickrama, B.Sc.(QS) Hons, PhD

Join hands with College of Quantity Surveying of IQSSL to pursue exceptionally Quality Assured
Professional Quantity Surveying Education in Sri Lanka
COLLEGE OF QUANTITY SURVEYING
No. 108, Nawala Road, Narahenpita, Colombo 05.
Tel: 0115 659959 / 0112 369798
Email: iqssl.college@yahoo.com
Web: www.iqssl.org
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20 th PAQS Congress
The 20th Congress of Pacific Association of Quantity Surveyors (PAQS), an umbrella organization of country
associations in Asia and Pacific region, was held in Christ Church, New Zealand from 20th May 2016 to 24th May
2016. The theme of the congress was Building for the Future Global Dilemma letting the participants to rethink
the ways that the buildings to be constructed and the need to reduce the cost escalations and construction
time frames in increasing devastating world weather events. New Zealand Institute of Quantity Surveyors has
shared their overwhelming experience of the severe earth quake and aftershocks in year 2010 in Christ Church
with international delegation. Their new and innovative building construction structures and techniques that
are being used has also presented. Sri Lanka delegation to PAQS representing IQSSL has also shared their own
experiences in various disasters and in reconstruction work.

In this year too, the PAQS congress was memorable for Sri Lankans winning Best Paper Award Post Graduate and
Highly Commended Award for the PAQS -IWATA Foundation Essay Competition.

IQSSL shines yet again at PAQS -Iwata Foundation Essay Competition 2016

Iwata Foundation annually sponsors an international essay competi-

tion among young members in Pacific Association of Quantity Sur-
veyors (PAQS) member countries, in furtherance of the main objec-
tives of promoting the QS profession and professional development of
young Quantity Surveyors in the region.

Mr.Kasun Gunasekara, a young Graduate Member of IQSSL, was award-

ed Highly Commended certificate at this years competition for his
essay submitted under the theme Building for the future A global
dilemma. Hence IQSSL has achieved a finalists place for the second
consecutive year where Mr.Gunasekara won last years competition.

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Award Winning Article at Iwata Foundation Essay Competition 2016
Building for the Future A Global Dilemma
By Kasun Geethanga Gunasekara
Introduction
Construction industry, being an inte-
gral part of development in any coun-
try, undoubtedly possesses a great
responsibility towards the future gen-
eration. However, due to the increasing
trend of large scale natural disasters,
the industry is constantly susceptible
to major economic losses, hence creat-
ing a dilemma of identifying the future
needs and matching with the capabili-
ties. Initially, this paper discusses the
mutual impact between the construc-
tion industry and the environment,
focusing towards natural disasters and
use of limited resources. The innova-
tive technologies, currently utilized
and under development, are explored
concerning the construction process
itself as well as the time and cost as-
pects, followed by reaching at conclu-
sions and recommendations.
Impact on the environment by
construction
Construction industry has been tagged
as one of the least sustainable indus-
tries with the consumption of around
half of all non-renewable resources.
During its broad spectrum of activities
in off-site, on site and operational level,
construction industry poses a signifi-
cant and irreversible impact on the
environment which alters the ecologi-
cal integrity of the environment (Uher,
1999).
Buildings, in their construction and
operation, are solely responsible for
30 percent of the worlds Carbon Di-
oxide emissions, making them one
of the greatest contributors to climate
change (Massie, 2015). Global warming,
caused due to increased Carbon emis-
sion, has resulted the increase of aver-
age surface temperature of the Earth
by 0.6 C during the last century (Salih,
2013). Notable increase in natural dis-
asters, change of ecosystems, spread
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of diseases and decline of fresh water
are among the adverse effects of global
warming as predicted for the next cen-
tury (National Geographic, [no date].
However during the United Nations
Climate Change Conference COP 21
(21st Conference of Parties), considering
the construction industrys impact on
the environment and its opportunities
to support resilience and reduce world-
wide energy demand, the first ever
Buildings Day was designated on 3rd
December (Massie, 2015).
Impact due to adverse climatic
changes
Global warming, with its threat to-
wards changes in temperature and
climate change, along with environ-
mental pollution, has directly caused
a significant increase of major natural
disasters in the recent past . The sci-
entific uncertainty about the impact of
global warming increases such risks.
Economic losses from extreme weath-
er will be larger than global Gross Do-
mestic Product (GDP) by 2065 (Flana-
gan, 2002).
According to Asian Development Bank
(2013), natural hazards pose a signifi-
cant threat to the attainment of both
national and regional development
goals. The significant disaster losses
and related setbacks in poverty reduc-
tion and development are not inevita-
ble. As recent experience has clearly
demonstrated, natural hazards threat-
en the most-developed economies just
as they threaten middle- and lower-in-
come countries. It can be well demon-
strated by comparing the total damage
estimates of recent natural disasters
such as the Canterbury earthquake of
2011 totaling to $13.5 billion (New Zea-
land Parliament, 2011), Nepal earthquake
of 2015 totaling to $10 billion (Krishnan
& Mehrotra, 2015) and Japans Tohoku
earthquake of 2011 totaling to a stag-
gering $300 billion (Ridgwell, 2011).
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The role of construction with regard to
disaster resilience has a major impact
towards rebuilding. Eds Amaratunga
and Haigh (2011) stated that the indus-
try is engaged in providing temporary
shelter, restoring public infrastructure,
services and securing income earning
opportunities for vulnerable people as
natural disasters cause major destruc-
tion to the built environment. Further-
more, beyond rebuilding, reconstruc-
tion must integrate risk reduction
methodologies to ensure that the work
takes place in safer locations, accord-
ing to robust building codes and safety
standards.
Technological innovations to meet
future demands
The buildings sector offers one of the
most cost-effective and economically
beneficial paths for reducing energy
demand and associated emissions
while at the same time supporting
adaptation and resilience to climate
change (United Nations Environment
Program, 2015). It is essential to be pre-
pared to face the uncertainties of natu-
ral disasters as well as the needs of the
future generations in a world where
resources are rapidly being depleted.
Therefore innovations in the construc-
tion industry are required.
Construction innovation can make cor-
porate images more impressive, future
decisions more reasonable, consumers
more satisfied, and living standards
higher (Xue et al, 2014). According to
Chartered Institute of Building (2007),
construction is an environment that is
constantly applying leading edge and
innovative solutions, since each project
is unique. However, as the industry in-
novates it is clear that the knowledge
gained is not always a shared experi-
ence. Therefore CIOB has recommend-
ed Research and Development (R & D)
and other technological innovations
to be shared within the industry by
means of greater communication via
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web based forums.
The post disaster assessments
and reconstruction techniques of
Christchurch earthquake can be
taken as an example to refer about
construction innovations for dis-
aster resilience. According to The
Guardian (2014), the reconstructed
Christchurch would be a greener,
more compact, more accessible and
safer city. The lessons learnt from
the earthquakes are being applied
in developing new technologies for
more earthquake resistant struc-
tures by the local university, inter-
national engineering experts and
companies while shifting the design
criteria from not only saving lives
but also saving costs in the future
(Cools, 2015). According to Steel Con-
struction New Zealand (2014), steel
structures have performed well in
both earthquakes where a surpris-
ing aspect has been the resilience
of eccentrically braced frame con-
struction when cast integrally with
concrete slabs. Furthermore, super-
structures consisting with steel
one-way moment resisting frames
and base isolation seismic protec-
tion systems, are some of the exam-
ples of innovative technologies that
have been proved to work well with
regard to earthquakes (SCNZ, 2014).
The concept of Net Zero Energy
Building (NZEB) can be taken as an
example for construction innova-
tions in meeting the future de-
mands with conserving energy re-
sources, where a building produces
as much energy as it consumes over
the course of a year. As a result of
advances in construction technolo-
gies, renewable energy systems, and
academic research, creating NZEB
is becoming more feasible (Whole
Building Design Guide, 2014). In the
wake of the Fukushima meltdowns,
suspension of all nuclear plants and
subsequent replacement by expen-
sive fossil fuel, caused energy re-
source-poor Japan to push forward
with renewable power options such
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as NZEB (Decheret, 2014). According
to Taisei Corporation (2014), among
the innovative technologies intro-
duced in their NZEB building are;
Low brightness task and ambient
lighting system, ambient air condi-
tioning system using waste heat, or-
ganic thin film solar panel external
wall units, light cube system to dis-
perse natural light and automated
system of letting in natural air to
minimize use of air conditioning.
By the above two examples it is evi-
dent that future building requires to
focus on both disaster resilience as
well as limiting resource consump-
tion.
Management of time and cost
The construction community (Ar-
chitects, Engineers, Quantity Sur-
veyors etc) has to rethink and di-
vert from the traditional methods
of construction in order to meet the
future demands of construction.
According to Dixon (2010), it is
needed to focus on using energy
conservation and techniques such
as life-cycle assessment to maintain
a balance between capital cost and
long-term asset value. Significant
quantities of waste are also gener-
ated by the construction process it-
self. However, much of this wastage
is avoidable on site, but inattention
to design detailing, inappropriate
material, dimensions, late variations,
over-ordering are some other fac-
tors that contribute to waste( Dixon,
2010).
According to Jrade & Lessard (2015),
innovations in construction are
slowly breaking through construc-
tion management practices and new
contractual methods are emerg-
ing. Building Information Modeling
(BIM) improves technical work at the
design stage by creating 3D models
that integrate all buildings features
as well as when linked with sched-
ule (4D) and costs (5D); the construc-
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tion can thus be better planned al-
most entirely at the design phase,
which will significantly reduce time
and cost overruns in construction.
In line with the COP 21, American
Institute of Architects (2015) issued
a paper calling for tax incentives,
building codes, and rating systems
to encourage energy efficiency in
new buildings, and outlines the
market opportunities in retrofits of
existing structures.
Conclusions and recommenda-
tions
This paper reviewed the causes of
global warming (construction as a
major cause) and its consequences
towards the construction industry.
Furthermore, the challenges faced
by the industry with regard to the
needs of the future generations
were identified and the required in-
novations were explored. Following
are the key findings:
Construction industry has a high
potential to cause environmental
degradation that keeps on increas-
ing unless mitigating actions are
actively utilized.
Proactive steps should be taken to
minimize the damage caused by in-
creasing natural disasters.
Technological innovations in con-
struction should be better commu-
nicated among the industry globally
Minimizing time and cost over-
runs have an equal importance as
minimizing wastage in the con-
struction process
The findings indicate that building
for future, although considered as
a dilemma, can be well understood
if the above actions are properly
carried out. Therefore it can be con-
cluded that the scarcity of resources
and challenges posed by natural
disasters have to be overcome by
the industry by proper utilization
of technology and minimization
of negative impact to the environ-
ment.
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Significance of Mobile Devices In Construction Industry
By R.Q.A. Selvarajah and K.G.A.S.
Waidyasekara
The construction industry is emerg-
ing at an extraordinary rate with in-
creasing potentials for construction
firms across the country. There is
a high demand for projects to con-
clude within the budget, in less du-
ration, with higher productivity, and
with maximum quality. Therefore,
efficiency improvement and produc-
tivity are functions of foremost ob-
jectives of the construction indus-
try. However, still it is a challenge
due to the heavy input of human
element and the usage of hand tools
in construction.
The industry is continuously
searching for means and strategies
to enhance the productivity and ef-
ficiency at work sites. The integration
of smart mobile tools and technolo-
gies such as the use of tablets and
smart phones amid others into con-
struction processes management
can assist to improve the efficiency,
productivity, and quality of the site
works. Typically, it is recognized as a
gap that exists amid technology use
and design. With the consequence,
employers normally need to adapt
technology at the time it is acquired,
and in practice, the Sri Lankan con-
struction industry is not an excep-
tion.
Technology innovations in the mo-
bile computing and smart devices
offer extra ordinary chances to revo-
lutionize the current management
and production in construction.
Subsequently, tablets and smart
phones invading the consumer
market today are rapidly becoming
mutual and natural extensions of
industrial networks. Likewise, sev-
eral efforts are made in the usage of
various mobile devices on construc-
tion project management, as rough
construction tablets were in use for
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more than a decade. These smart de- cooperative. Such devices stimulate
vices such as smart phones and tab- communication, organization, and
let have certain persuasive features documentation, which benefit all
that permit them to execute on vari- construction managers.
ous types of mobile hardware: they
are relatively cheap, compact, light,
One facet software of the construc-
high performing, and above all,
tion industry attracting high con-
user friendly. In specific, pervasive-
sideration is Building Information
ness, and user friendliness makes
Modeling (BIM). The usage of virtual
management applications and con-
construction has significantly affect-
struction processes functional, not
ed the way in which various compa-
merely by experts but rather by any-
nies approach projects. On the other
one, because it demands no specific
hand, from a project management
training or whatever to successfully
position, mobile technology has
operate the system. Mobile devices
massively transformed the man-
are anticipated to begin the next up-
ner in which firms manage projects.
surge of technological development,
With a diverse multitude of people
which will convert the construction
and firms integrated with construc-
industry to the very best next level
tion works, a massive demand pre-
of technological development. In de-
vails for mobile technology in the
veloped and developing countries,
industry.
implementation of this technological
transformation is driven by firms
Professionals with occupations such
who seek their fresher, younger em-
as project managers are account-
ployees to drive the implementation
able for management of all features
of technological alterations as such,
of a project. The capacity to effi-
since youngest employees are as-
ciently communicate and be pre-ar-
sumed to be aware on modern tech-
ranged is a main responsibility of a
nological innovations accessible in
project managers occupation, and
the construction industry.
here, building mobile technology is
an enormous asset.
Without applying mobility solu-
tions, it becomes a problematic
task for major construction firms Similarly, adaptation of tablets and
to check the obtainability of staff smart phones has intensely trans-
at necessary time, maintain staff or formed the industry. Project team
worker records, and process the pay- participants are reachable via text,
roll. Construction projects also have email, or a phone call at any time.
This means communication enable
multiple sites and offices at various
the instant inter change of informa-
locations that need to be linked with
tion among everyone involved in
mobile technology.
the project; employers, contractors,
and architects. Having admission to
Each stage of a project, from design
email in the project work field and
to feedback, is influenced by the us-
in the office, actively permit project
age of mobile technology; devices
managers to keep tags on every as-
such as tablets, smart phones, and
pect. Being in the loop and talented
laptops have a mutual place in work-
to deal with problems that may arise
sites and in office. Each of the above
at any time, provide project manag-
mentioned devices could be utilized
ers the capability and strength to
in various ways. Software and pro-
efficiently solve and prevent diffi-
grammes permit these devices to be
culties.
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the participants to share knowledge and experience thus demystifying any grey areas. IQSSL
disseminates information regarding the CPD sessions well in advance. IQSSL has a plan of interactive CPD
sessions to be conducted by industry personnel, representing different disciplines, on the topics of timely
significance.

CPD No Topic Resource Persons

CPD No. 01-December 2015 Lean Construction: Eliminating Non Ch.QS. Nilmini Thilakarathne,
Value Adding Activities in Construction
Processes
CPD No. 02 - February 2016 Questions and Answers Session Ch.QS. Samanthi Menike, Ch.QS
Lalith Rathnayake, Ch.QS Nishantha
Wickramasinghe, Ch.QS Senarath
Weththasinghe,
CPD No. 03 - April 2016 Defending Claims Ch.QS .Dr Chandana Jayalath
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CPD No. 05 - June 2016 Value Management in the Context of Local Ch..QS. Samanthi Menike
Professional Practice
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Short Courses No Topic Resource Persons
Short Courses No. 01 - Short Courses in Quantity Surveying on Ch.QS Subhashini Dasanayaka, Ch.QS
January 2016 Drafting Tender Document and Compiling Chandraguptha Weerakoon, Ch.QS Prasad
Contract Document Jasinghe, Ch.QS Devika Liyanage
Short Courses No. 02 - Short Courses in Quantity Surveying on Ch.QS Jayantha Dimbukkwallage
August 2016 Variations Ch.QS Majith Rasila, Ch.QS Sunanda
Gnanasiri, Ch.QS Prasad Jayasinghe
Round Table Discussion No. Topic
Round Table Discussion Critical Issues In Contract Administration
No.01-October 2015
Round Table Discussion Scrupolous practice in Grey Ares in QS
No. 02 - July 2016 Services

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University of Moratuwa, donated
annually by the IQSSL was awarded
to Miss E.M.A.C. Ekanayake. of the
Department of Building Economics at the
2016 General Convocation of University
of Moratuwa.

She obtained the highest Grade Point

Average of 3.8 or above at the BSc (Hons)
Quantity Surveying degree programme
for 2010/2011 intake.

We congratulate her on her achievement

and wish all the best in future
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