Hong Kong Institution of Engineers Chartered Professional Review 2013

Report on Training
and Experience
HKIE Structural Examination

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TABLE OF CONTENT

1. Introduction ......................................................................................................................... 2

2. Summary of Academic Qualifications and Professional Experience .................................. 3

3. Academic Qualifications ...................................................................................................... 4

4. Design Experience Graduate Engineer ............................................................................. 4

4.1 Design for MTR South Island Line East Consultancy Agreement C901 - Admiralty
Station and SCL Enabling Works ............................................................................................4

4.2 Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Agreement No. CE42/2000 (CE) South East Kowloon
Development Stage 2 Infrastructure at North Apron Area of Kai Tak Airport Design
and Construction ........................................................................................................................5

4.3 Proposed Tsz Shan Monastery Development at Ting Kok, Tai Po ...........................................7
5. Site Experience Assistant Resident Engineer ................................................................... 8

5.1 Contract No. KL/2010/03 Kai Tak Development Stage 2 Infrastructure Works at North
Apron Area of Kai Tak Airport for Residential Development and Government Facilities .......8
6. Continuing Professional Development .............................................................................. 10

7. Conclusion ......................................................................................................................... 10

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1. Introduction

I graduated from the University of Hong Kong. In July 2009, I joined Ove Arup & Partners
Hong Kong Limited (Arup) as a Graduate Engineer.

During my training in design office, I actively participated in design works of several civil
engineering projects. By conducting detailed designs of various types of civil structures, I
learned considerable knowledge and gained much experience in structural analysis and
design.

After two years of intensive design works, I transferred to construction site as an Assistant
Resident Engineer in a civil engineering contract. In this contract, I acquired practical
experience in temporary works design assessment, material submissions assessment, design
verification, contract administration, financial management, programme control,
environmental and safety management on site.

Furthermore, by taking Msc courses and various continuing professional development

seminars, I strengthened and expanded my structural engineering knowledge and skills.

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2. Summary of Academic Qualifications and Professional Experience

Academic Qualifications
From To Particulars
Sep 2006 June 2009 Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering
The University of Hong Kong
Sep 2010 Dec 2012 Master of Science in Engineering (Infrastructure Project Management)
The University of Hong Kong
Professional Experience
Employer: Ove Arup & Partners (Hong Kong) Ltd
Graduate Engineer
From To Particulars
Oct 2009 Jul 2010 South Island Line (East) Consultancy Agreement No. C901 SIL(E)
Admiralty Station and SCL Enabling Works
Assessed stability of the proposed new extension (cut-and-cover box)
of the existing Admiralty Station;
Carried out detailed structural analysis and design of the cut-and-cover
box, including slabs, beams, columns and walls; and
Prepared tender drawings
Aug 2010 Jul 2011 Supplementary Agreement No.1 to Agreement No. CE42/2000(CE)
South East Kowloon Development Infrastructure at North Apron Area
of Kai Tak Airport-Design and Construction
Evaluated the feasible structural schemes of the sewage pumping
station in terms of cost and construction time;
Conducted detailed structural analysis and design of box culvert and
sewage pumping station;
Made detailed design of drainage and sewerage system;
Prepared tender and contract documents; and
Coordinated with relevant government departments and utility
undertakings.
Aug 2010 Jul 2011 Proposed Tsz Shan Monastery Development at Ting Kok, Tai Po
Prepared BD Amendments and Engineers Instructions;
Coordinated with client, architects, structural team, E&M team and
geotechnical team; and
Responded to site queries from the Contractor.
Assistant Resident Engineer
Aug 2011 Present Contract No. KL/2010/03 Development and Government Facilities
Area of Kai Tak Airport for Residential Infrastructure Works at North
Apron - Stage 2
Reviewed Contractors material submissions, method statements,
temporary works design and responded to Contractors site queries;
Supervised construction of sewage pumping station and box culvert;
Reviewed of raft foundation design based on plate loading tests;
Monitored construction programme;
Liaised with various Government Departments;

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Prepared Variation Orders; and

Managed site safety and environmental aspects of the construction
works, including review of the risk assessment, etc.

3. Academic Qualifications

In my Msc (Eng) studies, I learned the BD submission process and relevant Building
(Construction) Regulations by taking the course Professional Practice in Building
Development and Building Planning and Control.

In addition to taking compulsory courses to obtain the master degree, I also selected and sit in
several courses related to structural design and building management to further expand my
knowledge and skills in structural engineering, such as
1. Foundation Engineering;
2. Advanced Reinforced Concrete Structure Design;
3. Tall Building Structures; and
4. Operation and Maintenance of Building and Civil Engineering Works

4. Design Experience Graduate Engineer

4.1 Design for MTR South Island Line East Consultancy Agreement C901 - Admiralty
Station and SCL Enabling Works
Client: MTR Corporation Limited. Contract Sum: HK$2,400 million

The project mainly includes a new extension at the east of the existing Admiralty station to
accommodate an interchange concourse, circulation areas and plant rooms for South Island
Line (East) and Shatin Central Link (North South Line). My responsibilities in this project
are summarized as follows:

4.1.1 Stability Assessment

The new extension of Admiralty station was proposed to be constructed as a Cut-and-cover
Box founding on pad footings on Grade III rock. Lateral soil, water and rock forces were
counter balanced by diaphragm actions. I formulated 2D structural analysis models by in-
house software Oasys-GSA to check the deflection of proposed cut-and-cover box due to
surcharge. Soil and Rock Springs were calculated and applied to the models based on the
geological profile and Geoguide 1. I learned the general process and relevant requirements of
structure stability assessment.

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4.1.2 Slab, Beam and Column Analysis and Design

I was responsible for reinforced concrete analysis of slabs, beams and columns for the
proposed Cut-and-cover Box. Load combinations based on Hong Kong Code of Practice for
Structural Use of Concrete 2004 were adopted. I considered loadings from both construction
and permanent phases in the analysis and carried out the design under Ultimate Limit State
and Serviceability Limit State. I gained substantial experience in design of reinforced
concrete structures and appreciated the importance of considering loadings from construction
phase in the structure analysis.

4.1.3 RC Wall Analysis and Design

In-situ RC walls were proposed under the diaphragm walls as retaining structures for Cut-
and-cover Box embedded in rock. To allow for vertical inclination of diaphragm wall during
construction, I assumed thinner sections in analysis and design to ensure adequate structural
strength of the RC walls. I realized that construction sequence and workmanship should be
well considered in order to deliver sound structural designs at the early stage of a project.

4.1.4 Preparation of Tender Drawings

I also prepared markups, coordinated with draughtsman team and checked reinforcement
drawings as part of tender documents.

Please refer to my Project Report for more details of my involvement in this project.

4.2 Supplemental Agreement No. 1 to Agreement No. CE42/2000 (CE) South East
Kowloon Development Stage 2 Infrastructure at North Apron Area of Kai Tak
Airport Design and Construction
Client: Civil Engineering and Development Department, Hong Kong Government.
Contract Sum: HK$268 million

As part of infrastructure works at Kai Tak Development, Stage 2 Infrastructure Works at

north apron mainly consists of a 680m long twin cell box culvert, a sewage pumping station,
road works and utilities. My involvements in this project are illustrated in the following
sections.

4.2.1 Sewage Pumping Station Analysis and Design

I evaluated the feasible structural schemes for the sewage pumping station by comparing their
costs and construction time. Two way span of walls and raft footing were identified as the
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better options than conventional vertical cantilever walls and mini-piles by structural analysis
and cost comparison. In the detailed design stage, I established 3D structural model to assist
with the structural analysis. I also learned the importance of adequate cover, concrete mix and
control of crack width in the durability design of water retaining structures.

4.2.2 Twin Cell Box Culvert Analysis and Design

Differential settlement is critical to the proposed twin cell box culvert as the soil conditions
varies along with its layout. I calculated soil springs based on SPT N-values as suggested by
the Ground Investigation Report prepared by in-house geotechnical team. By adopting
software Oasys-GSA, I simulated four sections of the box culvert to check its differential
settlement under various soil spring values and considered both construction case and
permanent case in the analysis and design, and provided movement joints every 12 to 15
meters to cater for its movements. Coordination with geotechnical team expanded my views
to the overall structural design process and increased my knowledge in geotechnical
engineering.

4.2.3 Steel Frame Analysis and Design

A steel frame was proposed by the Architect to be connected to the pumping station as an
open walkway. I simulated this steel frame with Oasys-GSA and considered load
combinations according to the Code of Practice for the Structural Use of Steel 2005,
including thermal load as the frame was subjected to direct sunlight.

4.2.3 Detailed Design of Drainage and Sewerage System

I was also responsible for design of drainage and sewerage system according to Drainage and
Sewerage Impact Assessment Reports prepared in preliminary design stage. This further
expanded my exposure to other design disciplines of civil engineering project.

4.2.4 Preparation of Design Reports, Tender and Contract Documents

In addition to carrying out the detailed structural and drainage design, my involvement also
includes preparation of design reports, particular specifications, and tender/contract drawings.
I also estimated the quantities of excavated soils, backfill, concrete and steel reinforcement to
be required for the preparation of bills of quantities. Through preparing the relevant
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documents, I experienced the tendering process and learned the contract documents were the
basis of contract management in construction stage.

4.2.5 Coordination with government departments and utility undertakings.

During the tender stage, I attended meetings with relevant government departments,
including CEDD, DSD, LCSD, etc, and prepared meeting minutes. I also proposed utility
layouts after coordination with relevant utility undertakings, including CLP, Towngas,
PCCW, etc. My communication skills were substantially enhanced by intensive coordination
and preparation of relevant correspondence.

Please refer to my Project Report for more details of my involvement in this project.

4.3 Proposed Tsz Shan Monastery Development at Ting Kok, Tai Po

Client: Cheung Kong (Holdings) Ltd. Contract Sum: HK$466 million

The proposed monastery is located at mountain area of Ting Kok, Hong Kong. A design team
was established covering various engineering disciplines, including structure, E&M,
geotechnical and civil. I acted as coordinator and designer of civil team for this project.

4.3.1 Preparation of Amendments for Building Departments Approval

My responsibilities in this project were reviewing the overall drainage system based on actual
site conditions, preparing BD amendments and obtaining BDs approvals from time to time.
From this I obtained experience in BD submission and amendment process, and relevant
Building (Construction) Regulations on control of private buildings in Hong Kong.

4.3.2 Coordination with Clients, Architects and Contractor

As the coordinator of civil team, I attended various interface meetings with clients, architects,
structure team, E&M team and the Contractor. With intensive briefings and discussions, I got
a better understanding of the management process of private building projects in Hong Kong,
and gained more confidence in dealing with challenging clients and architects.

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5. Site Experience Assistant Resident Engineer

5.1 Contract No. KL/2010/03 Kai Tak Development Stage 2 Infrastructure Works at
North Apron Area of Kai Tak Airport for Residential Development and
Government Facilities
Client: Civil Engineering and Development Department, Hong Kong Government.
Contract Sum: HK$268 million

After contract award of Stage 2 Infrastructure works at North Apron Area of Kai Tak
Development, I transferred to the construction site of this contract as Assistant Resident
Engineer. As the only Assistant Resident Engineer in civil discipline on site, I acquired
substantial knowledge, skills and experience in supervision of construction works and
contract management. My main duties are demonstrated as follows:

5.1.1 Review of Material Submissions

Compliance to contract specifications and relevant standards is essential to control the quality
of construction materials. I reviewed the construction materials, including concrete, steel
reinforcement, concrete pipes, etc, and checked their compliance to the requirements as
specified in the Specifications in respect of their components, test results, QA certificates,
relevant job reference, etc.

5.1.2 Review of Temporary Works and Method Statements

According to contract requirements, all the temporary works design and method statements
for the works should be checked and endorsed by Independent Checking Engineer. I
reviewed the endorsed temporary works design with care and checked if there was any
deficiency. For instance, a 16m long strut was proposed as the main strut for the ELS works
of sewage pumping station. However, I checked the temporary design and found the strut
would fail in buckling without the intermediate support. I requested the contractor to
proposed alternative structure system and finally one king post was installed as support for
this main strut.

From reviewing the various temporary works design and method statements, I obtained
extensive knowledge in the structural steel design, construction method of temporary and
permanent structures.

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5.1.3 Supervision of Works

My involvement in supervision of works includes ensuring the ELS works were installed
according to approved design, inspection of reinforcement fixing and concreting works, and
supervision of in-situ test, such as plate loading test, sand replacement test, etc. From the
supervision works, I gained extensive knowledge and experience in quality assurance and
quality control of construction works.

5.1.4 Contract Administration

On a monthly basis, the contractor would submit a Three Month Rolling Programme, which
listed a detailed breakdown and schedule of works to be carried out over the next three
months. I was responsible in reviewing whether the works sequences were logical and
checking the progress of works on site according to this programme.

In addition, I prepared several Variation Orders revising the structure framing of the sewage
pumping station in response to DSDs requirement. Through coordinating with the site
quantity surveyor, I ensured that the changes in quantities of reinforcement and concrete were
measured accurately and that good monitoring of the contract sum could be achieved.

5.1.5 Site Safety and Environmental Management

Site safety management is essential to the safety of workers and general public. My
involvement in site safety management includes checking safety management plan and its
monthly updates, reviewing the risk assessments of site works, attending site walks and
drafting minutes for Site Safety and Environmental Management Committee meetings, etc.

Environmental management is also important in ensuring the health and sustainability of the
mankind. I was responsible for checking environmental management plan and its monthly
updates, ensuring the contractor complying with Effluent Discharge License and
Construction Noise Permits, etc.

Further details of my involvement in the captioned contract are illustrated in my Project

Report.

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6. Continuing Professional Development

To further expand my design and construction knowledge in structural engineering, I joined

various workshops, seminars and lunch talks as continuing professional development. Some
of them are selected and listed below:
1. Construction of Bored Piles, Barrettes and Diaphragm Walls;
2. Oasys-GSA Training Courses;
3. Wind Engineering for Structural Engineer; and
4. Design of Steel Structures to Eurocode 3.

7. Conclusion

In the past four years, through actively participating in various civil engineering projects,
pursing of Msc degree and continuous professional development, I have gained considerable
technical knowledge and practical experience in design and construction of civil engineering
structures. In addition, I was also exposed to the commercial side of project, including
contract administration and financial management. I am confident that the knowledge and
experience I had acquired have well equipped me as a competent structural engineer.

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