HKAPA EXCEL is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Project Manager to play a pivotal role in the development and launch of the new Performing Arts & Cultural Facilities (PACF). This is a unique opportunity to shape a landmark cultural venue from the final design stages through to its initial operations.

The successful candidate will be the central coordination hub, ensuring that the design, planning, and initial programming of the PACF align with HKAPA EXCEL's vision. Reporting to the General Manager, you will work closely with a wide range of stakeholders, including interior designers, architects, curators, technical consultants, and future operators, to deliver a world-class facility that enhances the user experience for all visitors.
 

Key Responsibilities:
 

1. Design and Planning Coordination

• Act as the primary liaison between HKAPA EXCEL, the Interior Designer (ID), and the Curator to ensure the spatial layout (including café, art shop, box office, and performance/exhibition spaces) is functional, aesthetically pleasing, and meets operational needs.

• Coordinate with the building architects and consultants on the design of office spaces and initial operational layouts prior to the PACF's opening.

• Lead coordination with all specialist designers and consultants, including media, lighting & sound, and theatre consultants, to ensure integrated and compliant design solutions.

2. Stakeholder Management and Communication

• Clearly communicate HKAPA EXCEL’s requirements, specifications, and functional needs to the interior design team and consultants.

• Develop and draft requirements specification documents and design alignment checklists; perform regular checks to ensure adherence to the project vision.

• Attend and present at regular working group meetings, providing timely updates on exhibition progress and overall PACF program planning.

• Liaise with content providers, such as CASH, art groups, and theatre companies, to facilitate future programming.

3. Operational Setup and Licensing

• Lead the process to identify, shortlist, and select a suitable café operator; coordinate with the operator and the interior designer on the café's functional design.

• Manage the application process for all necessary performance space licenses (e.g., Places of Public Entertainment (PPE), Temporary Places of Public Entertainment (TPPE)) in coordination with relevant consultants.

4. Curatorial and Programming Collaboration

• Collaborate closely with the Curator on the integration of archival and exhibition materials into the Archive and exhibition space.

• Support the planning of the PACF's initial and opening programming, ensuring the Opening Exhibition is delivered on schedule.

• Assist in developing the initial programming schedule and detailed opening exhibition plan.
   

Qualifications and Experience:
 

• A bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Project & Event Management, Arts Administration, or a related field.

• Minimum of 8-10 years of post-qualification experience in project management, with a proven track record in managing large-scale, complex design or construction projects, preferably within the cultural, arts, or hospitality sectors.

• Demonstrated experience in coordinating multidisciplinary teams of designers, consultants, and stakeholders.

• Experience in tenant/operator procurement and coordination is highly desirable.
   

Key Competencies & Skills:
 

• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management.

• Strategic thinker with meticulous attention to detail.

• Highly proficient in multi-tasking and deadline management.

• Proactive, solution-oriented, and resilient.

• Proficiency in project management software and tools as well as the MS Office Suite.

Terms of Appointment：
 

The appointment will be offered on an 18-months fixed-term contract. Subject to satisfactory performance, the contract may be extended upon completion. The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Fringe benefits include:

• Medical benefits

• Annual Leave

• Mandatory provident fund

• End of contract gratuity 

 

Please send your application together with a CV, availability, current and expected salary to the HR Manager, Extension and Continuing Education for Life (EXCEL) quoting “SPM Application” in the subject at hr.excel@hkapa.edu. Applications are open until the post is filled.  

EXCEL is an equal opportunity employer.

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