Manager (Capital Projects)

The Hong Kong Institute of Architects; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 808,000 - 1,599,000; Part time

Job summary

The Hong Kong Institute of Architects seeks an experienced Architect/Engineer to oversee feasibility studies and capital works projects under the Second Hospital Development Plan, ensuring quality, budget control and timely delivery.

The appointee will advise on building proposals, oversight of compliance with building legislation, and coordination with hospitals, government departments and consultants. Strong English/Chinese communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Membership in a professional institution (HKIA/HKIS/HKIE) or equivalent.
• Experience in capital works projects and hospital-type developments.
• Conversant with HK building legislation and government procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage feasibility studies for priority projects under the Second Hospital Development Plan.
• Provide professional advice on building proposals, funds bidding and selection of works agents.
• Oversee compliance with building facilities and maintenance regulations in hospitals and clinics.
• Coordinate with hospitals, government departments, contractors and consultants.
• Monitor and report performance of consultants and works agents, including cost plans and final accounts.
• Prepare contract documents, cost plans, project programmes and cashflow projections.

Skills

Bilingual communication (English/China

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

MS Office

Project management

Database software

Education

Professional membership in HKIA/HKIS/HKIE or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Project management software

Database software

Job description

Rank:

Architect / Building Surveyor / Engineer

Pay

HK$72,413 to HK$143,298 [HMPS point 3 to 19] per month including Monthly Allowance

Up to 15% of total basic salary (after deducting the contribution of Mandatory Provident Fund by Hospital Authority) as end-of-contract gratuity may be offered to contract staff upon completion of the contract subject to satisfactory performance.

Key Responsibilities

The appointee will be responsible for the following main duties:

• Manage the feasibility studies for priority projects under the Second Hospital Development Plan and capital works projects as well as exercise close control on quality of works, project budget and expenditure.
• Provide professional advice to hospitals on the preparation of building proposals, programmes, funds bidding and selection of works agents on capital works projects.
• Oversee and manage compliance of statutory requirements/ordinances with respect to building facilities, building engineering operation and maintenance services in hospitals and clinics.
• Facilitate smooth interfaces and collaboration amongst respective hospitals, government departments, contractors, professional consultants, and other stakeholders.
• Manage, monitor and report the performance of the professional consultants and/or works agents appointed for the delivery of respective projects.
• Manage and monitor the preparation of contract documentations, cost plan, project programme, estimates, cashflow and final account.
• Any other duties as required to facilitate implementation of capital works projects of the Division including job rotation to other posts within and outside the Division.

Entry Requirements

• Member / Corporate Member of a professional institution, i.e. the Hong Kong Institute of Architects, the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors, the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering or Building Services Engineering disciplines or equivalent.
• For applicants in the discipline of surveyors, at least 1 year’s appropriate post-qualification experience.
• Considerable experience in handling capital works projects.
• Conversant with Hong Kong construction and building related legislations and government procedures and policies on delivering public projects.
• Experience in design and construction of hospital projects or other building projects of similar complexity including building services system.
• Proven track record of coordination and supervision of building works or building services designs at construction stage.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both English and Chinese, with good presentation skills.
• A high degree of self-motivation and strong organisational ability.
• Knowledge of MS Office, project management and database software.

Remarks

• Please refer to https://www.ha.org.hk/haho/ho/hrd_jv/NotestoApplicants.pdf for “Notes to Applicants”.
• Applicants are required to submit a full curriculum vitae.

For enquiries, please telephone 23 968 or 23 477 .