(Assistant) Project Manager (Architectural/Surveying)

The Hong Kong Jockey Club

Founded in 1884, The Hong Kong Jockey Club (“the Club”) is a world-class racing club that acts continuously for the betterment of our society. The Club has a unique integrated business model, comprising racing and racecourse entertainment, a membership club, responsible sports wagering and lottery, and charities and community contribution. Through this model, the Club generates economic and social value for the community and supports the HKSAR Government in combatting illegal gambling.

The Division

The Property Department is committed to providing integrated, customer-centric, sustainable and cost effective asset management, development management, project management and facilities management services to the key Business Units in the Club.

Job Summary

The candidate would assist the Senior Manager, Property Project Management, in managing capital projects.  These include new-build and addition & alteration (A&A) works at public riding schools and racecourses as well as other racing and equine related projects. They will be responsible for overall control of the project, completing the project within budget on time, and to the specified quality, from development stage through to handover and defect resolution. They may be assigned other duties when the circumstances arise.

The Job

• Assist Senior Manager, Property Project Management, to oversee architectural, builders & fitting out works: strong focus on managing the multi-discipline consultancy team in terms of design, Government submission (including section 16 application), cost and programme.
• Assist to lead, liaise and co-ordinate with consultants, contractors as well as internal stakeholders to resolve issues with an objective to meet programme and milestone dates.  Develop and monitor programmes, supervise and control project progress to ensure completion on time.  This includes through understanding and control of the projects, scope and demarcation of works, assessment and control against major milestones, risk identification and mitigation, etc
• Provide prompt direction and valuable assistance to contractor on site during the course of construction works. Swift feedback on any technical problems encounter and assist to seek respective stakeholders advice so as to facilitate the progress of works. Strong sense on executions based on drawings and assess the practicality of the drawings during project implementation
• Assist to monitor and control project costs within the approved budget; manage and monitor the preparation of contract documentation, variations, estimates, expenditures, and, assist with final account
• Assume a role in quality management, involve and give input in all stages of the project from design, specification, procurement, construction to deliver a quality product
• Provide professional advice to stakeholder and users’ enquiries regarding construction of facilities to support their business objectives.  Co-ordinate and communicate with the user to establish project design information, operational and user’s requirements. Establish the scope and requirements with users, assist with feasibility studies and evaluations to identify possible project strategies and solutions.
• Recommend external consultants, contractors and suppliers; manage and supervise them during all stages of the projects to maximize the value of their services and products and to ensure quality and safety standards are met
• Co-ordinate and communicate with project stakeholders, Facilities Management and Asset Management team of the Property Department throughout the duration of projects to ensure clear understanding of project development and to secure necessary input and decisions from these parties in a timely manner
• Liaise with Consultants, Government departments and utility companies to ensure that the Club’s installations comply with the updated regulations and statutory requirements so that relevant licences or certificates can be obtained

About You

• Degree holder in Architectural, Surveying or other relevant disciplines; Registered Architect, Registered Professional Surveyor or equivalent with professional qualifications is required
• 10 years relevant experience in construction industry, particularly in new build, alteration/addition and fit-out works, etc
• Experience in both architectural firm and property developer is preferred
• Ability to apply technical knowledge in the identification and solving of problems
• Possess all rounded full cycle experience from design and planning stage until project delivery
• Conversant with Hong Kong construction and building related legislations and submission process, including section 16 application
• Positive, hardworking, detail-minded, good communication and coordination skills
• Good knowledge in BIM (REVIT) and hands-on experience in using MS Office applications
• Proficiency in both English and Chinese

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Equal Opportunity and Inclusive Hiring

We are an equal opportunity employer and strive to create an inclusive workplace for all. Applicants from diverse backgrounds are welcomed to apply. If you have any special needs or require accommodations during the interview process, please e-mail us via careers@hkjc.org.hk.

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