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Dr. Amila Gamage

Board Director & Company Secretary

Dr. Amila Gamage is a distinguished expert in project management and structural risk, bringing over two decades of experience in supporting complex building and infrastructure projects across Singapore and the region. She is a specialized bridge between technical engineering, legal contract administration, and modern AI integration, ensuring that large-scale operations are delivered with high compliance and sustainable performance. An Adjunct Professor and active researcher, she empowers project teams to navigate alternative dispute resolution and operational efficiency through practical, industry-focused interventions.

Doctoral Level: Project Management & Risk

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Project Management (USA):

This is her highest academic achievement, providing the rigorous theoretical framework required to lead high-stakes global projects.

Research and Innovation:

She is actively engaged in applied research regarding project risk, dispute avoidance, and the evolution of AI-enabled management practices.

Multi-Disciplinary Expertise: The Legal-Technical Bridge

Dr. Amila Gamage holds a unique combination of advanced degrees that allow her to oversee projects from both a structural and a legal perspective:

Master of Laws (LL.M., USA):

Provides deep authority in construction contract management, administration, and the legalities of infrastructure.

Master of Business Administration (MBA, USA):

Equips her with the strategic commercial acumen to maximize the impact of every project dollar.

Bachelor of Engineering (BSc Eng, Sri Lanka):

Her foundational degree in Civil Engineering ensures a technical understanding of the physical complexities of construction.

Specialized Focus: AI Integration & Dispute Resolution

She is a leading voice in modernizing traditional industries through technology and smarter legal frameworks:

AI Integration for Business:

Expert in applying Artificial Intelligence to project management to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR):

Holds a Diploma in ADR and is a member of prestigious arbitration institutes (MSIArb, MMIArb), specializing in project dispute resolution and claims management.

Strategic Asset Management:

Skilled in ensuring that both physical and digital assets are managed for long-term, sustainable performance.

Extensive Industry & Training Experience

Her professional background is rooted in over 20 years of hands-on execution and high-level consulting:

Infrastructure Specialist:

Extensive experience in construction management, quantity surveying, and facilities management for large-scale projects

Operational Efficiency Coach:

Helps resource-constrained organizations, particularly charities, eliminate operational waste and improve project delivery.

Modern Tool Expert:

Provides practical, hands-on guidance for utilizing project management tools like Asana and Trello to increase team accountability and task visibility.

Certified Adult Educator:

Holds the WSQ Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance (ACLP), ensuring her training interventions are impactful and professionally delivered.