Awards & Recognition

  • Maithree Sasana Prabodhaka Honorary Award

    • Presented by the Sri Lanka Methmuni Society, this prestigious award recognizes Professor Jayalath’s contributions to social and religious development. It highlights his efforts to promote ethical governance and equity within the construction sector and beyond.

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  • RICS South Asia Lifetime Achievement Award Nominee

    • Professor Jayalath was nominated for this esteemed award by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). This recognition underscores his lifelong contributions to the Quantity Surveying profession, particularly his role in advancing global standards and practices.

  • Military Honors

    • Riviresa Campaign Medal: Awarded for his active service during the Sri Lankan Civil War, reflecting his contributions as a commissioned Captain in the Sri Lanka Army.
    • Poornabhoomi Padakkama: Recognized for his exceptional service in construction and technical projects in war-affected regions, highlighting his strategic contributions during critical national efforts
      SLQS Qatar Reward
    • Honored by the Sri Lankan Quantity Surveyors (SLQS) in Qatar for his contributions to the global Quantity Surveying community, including his leadership and expertise in training and professional development.

  • Best Research and Keynote Presenter

    • Recognized at various international forums, including the Oxford Education Research Symposium, for delivering impactful research presentations and keynote addresses on sustainable construction and vocational education reform.

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  • Contributions to Governance and Policy

    • Commended by the Public Works Authority of Qatar and ICTAD Sri Lanka for his work in shaping construction adjudication guidelines and governance frameworks that have set benchmarks for dispute resolution and ethical practices