Technical Manager I/II in the Maintenance and Operations Unit of the Estates Office (Ref.: 533918)
We are looking for a Technical Manager I/II to join the Estates Office.
The Role
The appointee will have the opportunity to oversee the facilities management of the campus and engage in a diverse range of projects including academic, teaching and learning, research, residential, hospital, high-end technology, and sustainability initiatives. The scope of work encompasses routine building maintenance, renovations, large-scale development projects, and overall campus facilities operations.
The appointee will be a versatile professional capable of managing comprehensive project responsibilities from inception to post-completion. He/She will be responsible for exercising budget, schedule, and quality controls; conducting design feasibility studies; and coordinating with various stakeholders, including consultants, government authorities, internal user groups, and in-house teams, to ensure effective facilities management and project execution across the campus.
Enquiries about the post should be sent to eojobs@hku.hk.
Qualifications and Qualities
Applicants should possess:
- A University degree in Building Services Engineering/Mechanical Engineering/Real Estate/Facilities Management/Property Management or related disciplines, or equivalent;
- A minimum of 8 years’ relevant experience at supervisory level in project planning, management and site supervision;
- Track records of practical experience in corporate sustainability strategy development, stakeholder engagement, project management and change management would have an advantage;
- Good communication skills and working knowledge of computer software; and
- A valid Construction Industry Safety Training Certificate (Green Card) issued in accordance with Chapter 59 of the Factories and Industrial Undertakings Ordinance (i.e. by attending the relevant safety training courses which are recognized by the Commissioner for Labour) or equivalent, is required.
Those with less experience or lower qualification may be considered for appointment as Technical Manager II.
Those who have responded to the previous advertisement (Ref.: 533669) need not re-apply.
What We Offer
The appointment will be made on fixed-term full-time contract for 2 years, to commence as soon as possible with the possibility of renewal subject to satisfactory performance. A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience will be offered, together with contract-end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme at 10% of basic salary. Other benefits include annual leave and medical benefits.
How to Apply
The University only accepts online application for the above post. Applicants should apply online and upload an up-to-date C.V. Review of applications will start as soon as possible and continue until December 25, 2025 or until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
