Technical Officer (Projects) in the Campus Development Office [Ref. R/338/25]

Campus Development Office (CDO) is responsible for building project development and property maintenance. Our office provides comprehensive professional services across a vast array of building project types, including the institutional, office, residential, and hospitality categories. Our responsibilities range from master planning to architecture to interior design, covering all stages of the development process, from client’s brief and design requirements to project management and site supervision until project completion. CDO also provides facility maintenance and building repair work to ensure the campus operates smoothly at all times.

Reporting to the Associate Director/Senior Manager/Manager of Campus Development Office, the appointee will work under the Project Section and assist project managers in various projects from the planning stage to project completion and handover.

Duties

1. Assist in the design and technical aspects of projects under supervision;

2. Support the coordination of tender documents and drawings;

3. Assist in preparing and verifying the accuracy of technical reports and documents;

4. Assist in working with consultants, contractors, fabricators, specification writers, and regulatory agencies to support project objectives;

5. Produce basic drawings and presentations with guidance;

6. Assist in reviewing contract variations;

7. Support the review of contractors’ submissions;

8. Provide on-site support during construction and assist with project close-outs;

9. Support communication among project team members, users, consultants, contractors, sub-contractors, vendors, and others; and

10. Perform any other duties as assigned.

Requirements

1. A Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Building Surveying;

2. At least 5 years of proven experience in architecture and/or project management;

3. Good command of written and spoken English and Chinese; fluency in Putonghua is a plus;

4. Proficiency in AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop, InDesign, and Microsoft office; additional skills in 3d Max, Illustrator, Rhino, Grasshopper, and Autodesk Certified are a plus;

5. Knowledge in 3D computer software, such as Revit, Rhino, Grasshopper, and AI;

6. Good organisation, communication and relationship management skills;

7. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;

8. Ability to prepare presentations;

9. Being self-motivated, able to work independently, with the awareness to seek guidance and support when necessary;

10. Being open and receptive to receiving coaching from supervisors and colleagues, able to assimilate feedback, and learn quickly; and

11. Being collaborative and patient, with a passion in design.

Shortlisted candidates may be invited for a written test.

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 post 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]. 

To apply, please submit an online application. Applications will receive full consideration until the positions are filled and only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. The University’s privacy policy is available on the homepage.

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