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ASSISTANT MANAGER (PROJECTS AND PLANNING)

Full-time

Ref. no: AM(PP)

Application Deadline: -

In a city renowned for its international outlook and connectivity, The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts (HKAPA) plays a unique and influential role in nurturing future generations of performing artists, including performers, practitioners, designers, and technicians. As a QS World University Rankings by Subject (Performing Arts) Top 20 institution, the Academy and its Schools of Chinese Opera, Dance, Drama, Film & Television, Music, and Theatre & Entertainment Arts form a vibrant centre of practice, production, teaching, and practice-as-research. Its outstanding reputation is reinforced by the quality of its graduates and its partnerships with centres of excellence locally, regionally, and internationally. Through international residencies, visiting artists, and a distinguished alumni network—including some of the most respected professionals in their disciplines—the Academy is committed to training future world-class performers and practitioners.


The Assistant Manager (Projects & Planning) reports to the Head of Campus Development and plays a key role in driving the Academy’s capital works, renovation initiatives, and long term space planning. The incumbent will support the planning, execution, monitoring, and delivery of campus development projects to ensure the Academy’s built environment continues to meet strategic, operational, and academic needs. The incumbent will be responsible for the following major duties:

 

Project & Construction Management
- Manage, administer, and coordinate campus development projects, including capital initiatives, major renovations and improvement work;
- Oversee the full project lifecycle—from feasibility, design development, tendering, and construction to completion and post project evaluation;

- Prepare and review project documentations, including project briefs and design drawings and in-house 3D design visualizations; 
- Monitor project progress, cost, quality, safety, and statutory compliance to ensure timely and effective delivery; and
- Provide on site supervision, monitor construction activities, and coordinate with consultants, contractors, site staff, and internal stakeholders.
 

Stakeholder Coordination
- Evaluate risks, identify critical issues, and propose mitigation strategies to maintain project momentum and safeguard users from interruption and nuisance to daily operations; and
- Collaborate with end users to understand operational needs and translate them into viable space planning and design solutions.


Other Duties
- Undertake any other assignments as delegated by supervisors to support the Academy’s strategic development and operational needs.

 

Applicants should:
(a) Possess a recognised degree in Architecture or a related discipline with at least five years of relevant working experience;
(b) Be a full member of a recognised professional institution (e.g., HKIA or equivalent);

(c) Have experience in managing capital works projects, construction administration, and budget control; experience with public sector projects is an advantage;
(d) Be well versed in Hong Kong construction legislation, building regulations, government procedures, and industry standards;
(e) Have knowledge and/or experience in BIM, green building initiatives, or sustainable design would be an advantage;
(f) Demonstrate strong analytical, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse stakeholders; and
(g) Possess an excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese.

 

Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity for building professionals who wish to contribute to the development of a leading performing arts institution. The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team shaping a campus that supports world class teaching, creative work, and performance.

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT
Appointment will be on a two-year renewable contract, subject to performance and mutual agreement.  A gratuity payment up to 15% of the total basic salary earned during the contract period, may be granted upon satisfactory completion of the full contract. The amount of gratuity payable will be the sum which, when added to the Academy’s contribution to a Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) scheme as required by the MPF Schemes Ordinance, equals 15% of the total basic salary drawn during the contract period. Fringe benefits include leave, medical, and dental benefits. The starting salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application

To apply, please submit a completed Application Form (click_here), together with a cover letter, curriculum vitae and copies of academic qualifications, to the Human Resources Office, The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, No.1 Gloucester Road, Wanchai, Hong Kong, or email (hro@hkapa.edu) on or before 26 March 2026. Please quote reference code ‘AM(PP)’ in the Application Form.

 

 

HKAPA is an equal-opportunity employer.

 

Personal data collected will be used for recruitment-related purposes only.

 

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HKAPA is an equal opportunity employer. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment-related purposes only.