HEAD OF COST AND CONTRACT

The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts; Hong Kong; Sur place; HKD 1 200 000 - 1 800 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts is seeking a seasoned Head of Cost and Contract to steer cost management, procurement and contract administration for major campus development and operational needs.

Reporting to the Principal Head and leading a professional team, you will shape strategies, governance and best practices across capital works, AA&I projects and long-term service contracts to ensure financial prudence and value delivery for the institution.

Qualifications

• A recognised degree in Quantity Surveying.
• Professional membership of HKIS (Quantity Surveying Division), RICS or equivalent.
• 15+ years' post-qualification experience in quantity surveying, cost management, procurement and contract administration.
• Experience in managing cost and contractual aspects of capital works projects, publicly funded or subvented.
• Experience in cost management, tendering and contract administration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Strong analytical, negotiation and leadership skills.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese.

Responsabilités

• Lead cost planning and financial control for the Academy's projects.
• Oversee tendering, procurement and contract administration, ensuring compliance and risk management.
• Strengthen governance, processes and internal controls related to cost, procurement and contracts.
• Lead and develop the Cost and Contract team and promote professional standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors and senior management.

Connaissances

Leadership

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Cost management

Contract administration

Formation

Degree in Quantity Surveying

Outils

NEC contract framework

Description du poste

The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts

As HKAPA is entering an exciting new phase of development, including plans for a new campus in the Northern Metropolis, we are seeking a highly experienced and strategic professional to join the Campus Development Office as Head of Cost and Contract.

Reporting to the Principal Head (Campus Development and Operations), the appointee will play a pivotal leadership role in supporting this significant initiative and will lead and oversee the Academy's cost management, procurement and contract administration functions, providing strategic direction, governance and professional leadership across the portfolio.

The role is responsible for strengthening governance, enhancing procurement and contractual practices, and providing strategic advice on cost, procurement and contract matters to support the Academy's capital works, renovation and Addition, Alteration and Improvement (AA&I) projects, as well as major term contracts supporting campus operations.

Key Responsibilities

• (A) Cost Planning and Financial Control Provide leadership for the Academy's cost management function, including budgeting, cost planning and financial control activities. Ensure project costs and funding requirements are effectively planned and managed to support sound financial stewardship and informed decision-making.
• (B) Procurement, Contract Strategy and Administration Responsible for overseeing the Academy's tendering, procurement and contract administration activities, including the development of contracting strategies and management of tender and contract processes. The role ensures compliance with institutional requirements while promoting sound contractual and risk management practices.
• (C) Governance, Process Improvement and Compliance Responsible for establishing and streamlining workflows, procedures and internal controls relating to cost management, procurement and contract administration. The role focuses on strengthening governance, improving operational efficiency and ensuring compliance with institutional policies, financial regulations and procurement requirements, supported by effective monitoring mechanisms for tenders, contracts, payments and contract renewals.
• (D) Leadership and Team Management Responsible for leading and developing the Cost and Contract team through the promotion of professional standards, best practices and continuous improvement. The role fosters a culture of accountability, collaboration and service excellence in support of the Academy's development and operational objectives.
• (E) Other Duties Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisors and senior management of the Academy.

Requirements

• (a) A recognised degree in Quantity Surveying;
• (b) Professional membership of HKIS (Quantity Surveying Division), RICS or an equivalent professional institution;
• (c) Normally, at least 15 years' relevant post-qualification experience in quantity surveying, cost management, procurement and contract administration;
• (d) Proven experience in managing the cost and contractual aspects of capital works projects, publicly funded or subvented projects;
• (e) Proven experience in cost management, tendering and contract administration throughout the project lifecycle;
• (f) Strong analytical, negotiation and leadership skills; and
• (g) Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese.

The following experience will be an advantage:

• (a) Experience gained in tertiary education institutions, public sector organisations or other complex stakeholder environments;
• (b) Experience and qualification in NEC contract framework
• (c) Experience in project governance, value engineering, capital planning and funding applications;
• (d) Experience in managing major term contracts; and
• (e) Experience in major campus development, institutional, cultural or performing arts projects.

Terms of Appointment

The initial appointment will be made on a two-year contract. Renewal thereafter will be subject to satisfactory performance, operational needs, and the availability of funding. A gratuity payment may be granted upon satisfactory completion of the full contract. Fringe benefits include leave, medical, and dental benefits. The starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. A non-accountable Cash Allowance may be provided to the eligible appointee.

HKAPA is an equal opportunity employer.

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