
Prof. Chitra Weddikkara is an internationally recognized expert in the construction industry, with over 30 years of distinguished experience as a Chartered Architect, Chartered Quantity Surveyor, Project Manager, and Dispute Resolution Specialist. She is the Managing Director of Qserve (Pvt) Ltd and Chairperson of the Qserve Group of Companies, with a career that spans landmark developments across the world. A trailblazer in both academia and practice, Prof. Weddikkara has led iconic projects such as Lotus Tower, Cinnamon Bentota, and Mövenpick Colombo, while also serving as Dean of the Faculty of Architecture at the University of Moratuwa and as a Senior Lecturer in Australia. She was the President of the Sri Lanka Institute of Architects and the Institute of Quantity Surveyors Sri Lanka. She also served as the Regional President for South Asia at the Commonwealth Association of Surveying and Land Economy (CASLE), showcasing her global leadership and commitment to the profession. In addition to her project and academic accomplishments, Prof. Weddikkara holds key advisory positions in several national and international professional organizations, contributing to policy, regulation, education, and industry development. Her global credentials and dedication to advancing standards have made her one of the most influential and respected figures in the built environment sector.