Foreman – Central Provincial Road Development Authority

Foreman – Central Provincial Road Development Authority

Job Overview

The Central Provincial Road Development Authority is seeking applications from qualified and experienced candidates for the position of Foreman. This government sector opportunity is ideal for individuals with construction and field supervision experience who are interested in contributing to provincial road development and infrastructure rehabilitation projects in Sri Lanka.

The recruitment is conducted under the Ministry of Provincial Road Development, Transport, Power and Energy, and Housing and Constructions as part of ongoing road restoration and disaster recovery initiatives within the Central Province.

Job Title

Foreman

Organization

Central Provincial Road Development Authority

Location

Central Province, Sri Lanka

Job Type

Government Contract Basis

Number of Vacancies

30 Posts

Industry

Construction / Technical Services / Government

About the Organization

The Central Provincial Road Development Authority is responsible for developing, rehabilitating, and maintaining provincial road infrastructure throughout the Central Province of Sri Lanka. The authority plays a major role in improving transportation facilities and supporting public infrastructure projects across the region.

This recruitment initiative aims to strengthen field operations and construction supervision activities related to provincial road restoration programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise road construction and maintenance activities
• Coordinate daily field operations and workforce management
• Ensure construction work is carried out according to project specifications
• Monitor safety standards and quality control procedures
• Assist engineers and technical officers with project implementation
• Maintain site records and progress reports
• Support infrastructure rehabilitation projects within the Central Province

Salary and Allowances

Selected candidates will receive:

• Monthly allowance of Rs. 61,112/-
• Additional cost of living allowance according to government circular provisions
• Opportunity to gain valuable government sector experience
• Exposure to provincial road and construction projects

Required Qualifications

Applicants should fulfill the following educational and technical requirements:

Educational Qualifications

• Passed six (06) subjects in one sitting with credit passes for four (04) subjects including:
  • Sinhala or Tamil
  • Mathematics
• At the G.C.E. Ordinary Level Examination

And

• Passed at least three (03) subjects (excluding General Common Test) at the G.C.E. Advanced Level Examination

Technical Qualification

• Should have obtained a Proficiency Certificate with a minimum NVQ Level 4 qualification issued by a technical or vocational training institute recognized by the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC) regarding construction

Age Limit

• Applicants should be not less than 18 years and not more than 45 years of age

General Requirements

• Must be a citizen of Sri Lanka
• Physically and mentally fit to perform assigned duties
• Should possess excellent moral character
• Government and statutory board employees should apply through the Head of Institution
• Applications should include a complete bio-data and contact details of two non-related referees

Recruitment Process

Recruitment will be conducted through a structured interview process. Priority may be given to candidates with relevant construction and field supervision experience.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit self-prepared applications together with certified copies of educational and technical certificates.

Applicants should clearly mention the post applied for as “Foreman” on the top left corner of the envelope.

Application Deadline

27 May 2026

Application Address

General Manager
Provincial Road Development Authority
Central Province
No. 09, Ehelepola Kumarihami Mawatha,
Bogambara, Kandy, Sri Lanka

Telephone: 081-2204378

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