Project Manager (Digital Construction Recording Project) (S&T) at Open University of Hong Kong

, Hong Kong, China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Digital Recording, Construction Phases Identification, DCR Strategy Planning, Team Management, Stakeholder Collaboration, Digital Capture Technology, Data Storage Systems Management, Construction Metrics Capturing, BIM, Quantity Surveying, Building Services, Quality Control, Leadership, Interpersonal Skills, Technical Knowledge

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Founded in 1989, Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) is a modern, vibrant and dynamic university. We tailor our professional programmes to adapt to market trends and meet industry needs, thus providing our students with quality professional education and clear career paths. Being the first University of Applied Sciences (UAS) in Hong Kong, we pledge to play a pioneering role in enhancing recognition of vocational and professional education and training, and nurturing talents with both applied skills and knowledge. As a faculty-driven, student-centred university in support of innovative teaching and learning, strategic research, and stakeholder outreach to provide maximum benefit to our communities, we conduct research that advances knowledge and enhances teaching, focusing on strategic areas, including digital humanities and literature, international business, gerontechnology, personalised care, smart city, open and innovative education, and bilingual learning and teaching. HKMU is becoming an ever more vital link in addressing and helping Hong Kong to solve many difficult challenges – as part of our involvement in, and commitment to, the ‘metropolis’ of Hong Kong. Our plans to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA) will also cultivate talent to serve Hong Kong and the wider metropolitan GBA. For more information about the University, please visit https://www.hkmu.edu.hk. We are now looking for a suitable person to fill the following position in the School of Science & Technology: Major Duties and Responsibilities The appointee will be responsible mainly for the following: Leading the identification of critical construction phases, (including, but not limited to, the foundation, site formation, superstructure, BIM, quantity surveying and Building Services & Finishes) suitable areas for digital recording based throughout the development of the new HKMU Campus; Planning and executing the Digital Construction Record (DCR) strategy to transform the campus development into a dynamic educational laboratory for construction field related academic programmes; Collaborating closely with the construction team (including, but not limited to, consultants, engineers, and contractors) and academic staff of HKMU to plan detailed recording schedules that align with site progress while minimizing interference to construction works; Capturing and documenting specific construction metrics, such as plant and equipment adoption, safety risks, site layout planning, engineers' hold points for quality control, and quantity measurement; Managing the DCR Team, including the supervision of a Technical Officer, and overseeing the maintenance of digital capture equipment and data servers; Ensuring digital records reflect diverse professional perspectives, including those of project managers, quantity surveyors, and quality control engineers; Liaising with consultants and contractors in matters relating to campus development for the University; and Performing any other duties as assigned by supervisors. Candidates Candidates should possess the following qualifications, experience and competence: A recognized degree in the construction field or a related discipline; A minimum of six years of on-field construction project experience; Proven practical experience in construction project management; Practical experience in Building Information Modelling (BIM); Ability to lead and manage teams and coordinate effectively with external contractors and consultants; Excellent leadership and management skills, as well as interpersonal skills with a service mindset; Able to work under high pressure, heavy workload, and intense time and budget constraints; Strong technical knowledge of construction sequences and site safety hazards; Proficiency in using digital capture technology and managing data storage systems, and Effective spoken and written communication skills in both English and Chinese (preferably including Putonghua). Candidates may be invited to attend a written test. Terms and Conditions for Appointment An attractive remuneration package, including basic salary, an end-of-contract gratuity, and a discretionary incentive payment, where applicable, will be offered to the right candidates. Generous annual leave, staff-development sponsorships, medical and dental benefits, and life insurance coverage will also be provided. To Apply Candidates who are interested in joining us may submit their applications via the University’s eRecruitment System. The personal data collected will be used for the purpose of considering your application for employment. For details, please refer to the “Personal Data (Privacy) Notice for Job Applicant” on the University’s website. If you are not contacted by the University within eight weeks from the closing date of application, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

Responsibilities

The appointee will lead the identification of critical construction phases for digital recording across the new HKMU Campus development and execute the Digital Construction Record (DCR) strategy to transform this development into an educational laboratory. Responsibilities also include managing the DCR team, overseeing equipment maintenance, and capturing specific construction metrics in collaboration with academic staff and the construction team.