Senior Manager/Manager (Architecture) in the Campus Development Office [Ref. A/834/09]

Duties

Reporting to the Director/Associate Director of Campus Development, the appointee will be one of the key management team members of the design management team to implement the University’s vision and mission. S/he will play a key role in various capital and alteration projects from planning to implementation and delivery, particularly on design and planning aspects. Main duties include to:

1. Organise and co-ordinate the development of a campus of excellence that demonstrates the University’s uniqueness and identity through promoting innovative and smart design, forward-looking yet sustainable campus, as well as vibrant and interactive learning environment that fosters social interaction and enhances connectivity within the University;
2. Lead and implement the planning of architectural projects, with constant review/update to ensure it aligns with the University’s vision and mission;
3. Assist in establishing initial design and provide early-stage planning advice through conducting initial feasibility study, analysing development potential, reviewing constraints and opportunities, and exploring test-fit design schemes;
4. Review ongoing projects and provide design-related advice to upkeep the design quality;
5. Monitor and report on the progress and quality of works for new development, redevelopment and renovation projects;
6. Provide advice on structural design, on-site problems, project planning and implementation;
7. Check and coordinate relevant drawings, supervise contractors and workers to ensure compliance with requirements;
8. Coordinate among consultants/contractors, users and in-house units; and
9. Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

1. A registered architect with a Master’s degree in Architecture, with a valid safety training course certificate (commonly known as “Green Card”);
2. At least 12 years’ relevant experience;
3. Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese;
4. Being confident and innovative with strong design-oriented thinking, good presentation and organisational skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills and a creative approach to problem solving; and
5. Being self-motivated for performance enhancement, with proven management and leadership ability to complete tasks within tight schedules.
6. Substantial experience in higher education institutions and/or experience in managing government subvention projects, and the ability to use computer-aided design and graphic software are preferred.

Candidates with less post-qualification experience may be considered for appointment as Manager (Architecture).

Salary and Conditions of Service

Remuneration package will be highly competitive, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Appointment will be made on a fixed-term contract; fringe benefits include gratuity, leave, medical and dental schemes.

Information and Application

Further information on the posts and the University is available at http://www.cityu.edu.hk, or from the Human Resources Office, City University of Hong Kong, Tat Chee Avenue, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong [Email : hrojob@cityu.edu.hk/Fax : 2788 1154 or 3442 0311].

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