Resident Site Officer / Assistant Project and Maintenance Manager

Job Responsibilities:

1.              Project Management

New Construction

• Conduct site inspections to monitor work progress, quality and adherence to approved drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Ensure contractors and subcontractors comply with project requirements, building codes and safety regulations.
• Verify materials and workmanship meet project standards and specifications.
• Enforce health, safety and environmental (HSE) policies on-site.
• Liaise between architect, contractors and the School.
• Attend progress meetings, provide updates on site conditions and prepare progress reports for management.
• Assist in snagging and defect rectification before handover.
• Ensure as-built drawings and manuals are submitted.

Renovation of Existing Premises

• Plan, coordinate and oversee summer renovation and refurbishment projects.
• Complete the tendering process for large renovation projects.
• Liaise with contractors to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget and to specification.

• Monitor contractor performance and ensure adherence to school policies.

2.              Campus Development

• Coordinate with School Leadership Team and outside professionals on lease renewal/modification application for existing campuses.
• Coordinate with School Leadership Team and outside professionals on campus development plan aiming to improve school safety and/or teaching and learning.
• Responsible for supporting management in the submission of necessary documents, floor plans, proposals to different government departments on lease renewal application and campus development.
• Liaise with School Leadership Team, architect and outside professionals on feasibility studies, construction cost estimation on potential new school campus following site visits.

3.              System Management

• Manage overall school building systems to ensure efficient and effective school operations.
• Leverage AI and automation to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of managing the school campuses.

4.              Other Duties

• Supervise repair and maintenance operations to be performed by contractors and in-house technicians.
• Manage emergency repairs and respond to urgent facility issues.
• Ensure all facilities meet statutory safety standards.
• Implement eco-friendly initiatives.
• Handles Budgetary and HR matters of the Project and Maintenance Unit.

 Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Building Studies or  related field.
• Safety Training Certificate of Green Card (Construction Industry Safety Training Certificate) is mandatory.
• Minimum 4-6 years of hands-on experience in construction site supervision and project management.

• Strong understanding of Hong Kong related laws & regulations, including:

  -     Buildings Ordinance (Cap. 123)

  -     Construction Sites (Safety) Regulations

  -     EDB Design & Space Requirements for Schools

• Proven track record in school project, new-build and/or renovation, is a plus
• Hands-on knowledge of Building Management Systems and proficiency in AutoCAD, BIM, MS Project, etc.
• Fluent in Putonghua, Cantonese & English - written and spoken
• Ability to liaise with government officials, contractors, architects and school stakeholders.
• Highly organized & detail-oriented as school projects require strict compliance with EDB and government standards.
• Strong leadership and conflict resolution skills in managing multiple contractors and workers.
• Problem-solving mindset and demonstrate ability to handle delays, design changes and site issues efficiently.
• Adaptable to tight schedules as school projects often have fixed deadlines.

Interested parties please send us your detailed resume including current and expected salary by clicking "Apply Now".

(Personal data provided by applicants will be treated in strict confidence and used for recruitment purposes only. Applicants who does not receive a response within 2 months may consider their application unsuccessful. All applicants may be considered for other suitable positions with the Foundation and will be deleted from our records after 6 months from the date of application.)

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all the students in our care and expect all applicants to share this commitment. We align our recruitment practices to the recommendations of the International Task Force on Child Protection. Before any appointment is confirmed, we implement effective recruitment practices which include: interview, identity check, criminal record check and character/professional references.  All teachers and other adults working at YCYW schools are expected to read and comply with our Child Protection Policy and Procedures and our Adult Code of Conduct for Working with Students.