Shenal Manitha Dias
El Cerrito,CA
Summary
Strategic and results-driven Director of Facilities and Operations with extensive experience leading multi-site facilities, infrastructure management, environmental compliance, and operational excellence initiatives. Proven expertise in overseeing soil, land use, and environmental technology operations, optimizing asset performance, reducing operational costs, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Strong background in cross-functional leadership, capital project management, and safety governance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Director of Facilities and Operations
Soil and Land use Technology
Washington, DC
01.2022 - 02.2026
- Lead all facilities operations, land-use infrastructure management, and environmental systems across multiple sites.
- Direct maintenance, utilities, grounds, and environmental compliance programs to ensure operational continuity.
- Oversee capital improvement projects including site development, soil treatment systems, drainage infrastructure, and facility upgrades.
- Manage annual operating budgets exceeding $60million, achieving cost reductions through process optimization and vendor renegotiation.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations including EPA, OSHA, and land-use requirements.
- Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs to reduce downtime and extend asset lifecycle.
- Supervise cross-functional teams including facility engineers, maintenance staff, environmental specialists, and contractors.
- Implement data-driven decision-making tools to improve performance metrics and reporting.
- Lead risk mitigation strategies and emergency response planning for environmental and operational hazards.
Senior Operations Manager
Soil and Land use Technology
Washington, DC
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Streamlined operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with project goals.
- Developed training programs for staff to improve skill sets and productivity.
- Facilitated communication between departments to optimize workflow and collaboration.
- Analyzed data trends to inform strategic decision-making for operations management.
Operations Manager
Soil and Land use Technology
Washington, DC
02.2018 - 12.2019
- Oversaw daily operations for soil and land use projects.
- Managed cross-functional teams to enhance project efficiency.
- Implemented quality control measures for product and service excellence.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to ensure project alignment and support.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on new systems and protocols.
- Monitored compliance with environmental regulations and industry standards.
Warehouse Manager
Access Engineering
Colombo , Sri Lanka
03.2011 - 05.2015
- Managed daily warehouse operations ensuring efficient workflow.
- Supervised team members and provided training on safety protocols.
- Coordinated inventory control processes and maintained stock levels.
- Oversaw equipment maintenance to ensure operational readiness.
- Developed schedules to optimize staff coverage during peak times.
- Enforced safety regulations to minimize workplace incidents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems
Saint Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN05-2017
Skills
- Facilities management
- Environmental compliance
- Capital project oversight
- Budget management
- Data analysis
- Operational efficiency
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Team leadership
Certification
Certificate in Business Intelligence
Timeline
Director of Facilities and Operations
Soil and Land use Technology
01.2022 - 02.2026
Senior Operations Manager
Soil and Land use Technology
01.2020 - 12.2021
Operations Manager
Soil and Land use Technology
02.2018 - 12.2019
Warehouse Manager
Access Engineering
03.2011 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems
Saint Cloud State University