Assistant Manager, Project Management and Development Planning Section

ESTATES OFFICE

PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT PLANNING SECTION

Assistant Manager (26270133)

The University is seeking dynamic and focused professionals in built environment to join the Estates Office.

Reporting to the Senior Manager/ Manager, the appointee will support the formulation and implementation of the University’s Campus Master Plan III (CMP III), space management of the University and supervise projects as assigned by the Senior Manager/ Manager.  The successful candidate will assist in carrying out strategic space studies and planning, as well as participating in design development and project management of both University’s capital and non-capital projects, including addition, alteration and improvement work across the University.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the project team of the Office regarding overall planning of campus development, spatial reorganisation issues, review and study potential capital and non-capital works opportunities in the University campuses including addition, alteration and improvement work and renovation work across the University; 
• Liaise with stakeholders to understand their needs and prepare detailed user briefs, feasibility studies, concept planning, and schematic design, in alignment with both user needs;
• Take part in the preparation of design presentations including drawings, rendering and data visualisation, as well as production of tender drawings and documents, specifications and other project control documents for in-house campus projects;
• Supervise consultants, contractors, and suppliers to execute campus projects according to agreed scope, cost, timeline, and quality standards throughout the full cycle of project implementation;
• Facilitate effective communication and coordination among all stakeholders, including end-users and government departments, especially regarding funding applications and statutory approvals;
• Monitor and report progress, risks, and issues to ensure timely completion and handover;
• Provide robust on-site coordination and supervision throughout construction and A&A works; and
• Other tasks as required by supervisors.

Requirements:

• Possess a recognised bachelor’s degree or higher in Architectural Studies or related disciplines;
• Full member of the Hong Kong Institute of Architects with at least 5 years of relevant work experience;
• Hands-on experience in space planning and management, campus A&A works, project management, and statutory submission;
• Proficiency in computer applications, including Auto CAD, Revit, Sketchup, Adobe, Photoshop, PowerPoint and space/asset management software;
• Good interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills;
• Good command of both written and spoken English and Chineses and reasonable proficiency in Putonghua; and
• Creative, pleasant, service-orientated, responsible, self-motivated, and able to work collaboratively and independently.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to sit for a written test.

The initial appointment will be offered on a fixed-term contract of two years.  Re-appointment thereafter will be subject to mutual agreement and availability of funding.

Salary will be commensurate with professional qualifications and experience.

Application Procedure:

Applicants are invited to submit their applications at the HKBU e-Recruitment System.  Those who are not invited for interview 8 weeks after submission of application may consider their applications unsuccessful.  Details of the University’s Personal Information Collection Statement can be found at https://hro.hkbu.edu.hk/en/worklife-at-hkbu/employee-favourable-environment.html#privacy-policy.  

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment for the post advertised, and the appointment will be made according to the terms and conditions applicable at the time of offer. 

Review of applications is ongoing until the position is filled.