District Manager – Mahaweli Consultancy Bureau

Job Overview

Mahaweli Consultancy Bureau is inviting applications for multiple District Manager positions on an assignment basis. This opportunity is ideal for experienced engineering and project management professionals with expertise in infrastructure development, irrigation projects, stakeholder coordination, and district-level project supervision.

The selected candidates will oversee district-level rehabilitation and development activities while contributing to the successful implementation of projects and consultancy assignments undertaken by the Mahaweli Consultancy Bureau.

Job Title

District Manager

Company

Mahaweli Consultancy Bureau

Job Category

• Project Management Jobs
• Engineering Jobs
• Government Jobs
• Infrastructure Development Jobs
• Consultancy Jobs

Job Location

Colombo, Sri Lanka

Employment Type

Assignment Basis

Industry

Engineering & Consultancy Services

Job Responsibilities

The District Manager will be responsible for:

• Overseeing district-level tank rehabilitation activities
• Coordinating with government agencies and project stakeholders
• Monitoring project progress, implementation schedules, and budgets
• Supervising infrastructure and rural development projects
• Ensuring effective execution of project activities within assigned districts
• Managing project coordination and stakeholder communication
• Supporting project planning, reporting, and operational supervision
• Assisting in achieving organizational and project objectives

Candidate Requirements

Applicants should possess the following qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent qualification in an Engineering field
• Registration with the Engineering Council of Sri Lanka (ECSL) as a Registered Engineer is mandatory
• Minimum 07 years of experience in project management
• Experience managing multi-site irrigation or rural infrastructure projects
• Strong leadership and coordination skills
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and field operations effectively
• Strong communication and organizational abilities
• Experience in government or infrastructure-related projects will be an advantage

Required Skills

• Project Management
• Infrastructure Development
• Engineering Supervision
• Stakeholder Coordination
• Budget Monitoring
• Irrigation Projects
• Leadership Skills
• Field Operations
• Government Project Coordination
• Reporting & Documentation
• Communication Skills
• Team Management

Why Join Mahaweli Consultancy Bureau?

Mahaweli Consultancy Bureau is a reputed consultancy organization operating under the Ministry of Irrigation with decades of experience delivering consultancy and support services for government and non-government projects locally and internationally.

Employees and consultants benefit from:

• Opportunity to lead district-level infrastructure and development projects
• Exposure to multidisciplinary consultancy assignments
• Professional and structured working environment
• Career advancement opportunities within engineering and project management sectors
• Valuable experience in large-scale government and rural development initiatives

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their Curriculum Vitae (CV) together with a covering letter clearly indicating “District Manager” in the subject line via the official online application portal of the Mahaweli Consultancy Bureau.

• https://mcb.gov.lk/careers-apply/