N U L AIntroduction to the Construction Industry

ABOUT THE MAGAZINE

This magazine is part of our assignment for ICI. We were supposed to interview a person in the construction industry and make a magazine abouthim/her and his/her company.

We had chosen to interview IR S. Y. Kong , who is a Civil Engineer.

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THE TEAM

Adele Lu Alwin Ng Chloe Teh Chung How Cyong Cryslyn Tan

I N T H I S M A G A Z I N E

1.COMPANY PROFILE background of perunding rekacekap sdn bhd

2.GETTING PERSONAL profile of ir kong

3.JUNIOR PROJECT one of his projects as a junior

4.SENIOR PROJECT one of his projects as a senior

5.FINAL WORDS other info from ir kong

COMPANY PROFILE Words: Chloe Teh

Rekacekap Sdn. Bhd. is a consulting engineering company founded by IR S. Y. Kong. He started this company in 1996, but it only began operating in 1999. Pe-runding Rekacekap has worked with well-known developoers and contractors such as Sime Darby, TTDI and IOI properties. There are three directors in this company including IR Kong himself. Perunding Rekacekap Sdn. Bhd. has worked with a wide range of buildings, but majority of the projects are condominiums and housing areas. Some of the company’s well-known projects include TTDI LAND in Amansari, KL Women and Child Hospital and Cheras Heights Condominium.

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ORGANISATION CHART OF PERUNDING RENCAKAP SDN BHD

BOARD OF DIRECTOR Ir. Zabidi b. Hamid

Ir. Chong Pang ChongIr. Kong Soo Yit

ADMINISTRATION AND FINANCE

ASSOCIATES (INFRA)Ir. Lu Wee Loke

ASSOCIATES (C&S)

Engr. Cheong Kah Hoe Ir. Lew Yun Hin Ir. Kwong Kar

INFRA ENGINEERS

STRUCTURAL ENGINEERS

DRAFT PERSONS SITE SUPERVISION TEAMS

PROFILE OF IR KONGWords: Chung How Cyong

IR S.Y. Kong graduated from Uni-versity Malaya in 1990 and has been working as a civil and structural engineer for about 26 years since. He has worked as a junior engineer for 3 years and another 7 years as a senior engineer.

“What I did as a junior engineer was to learn from others and try to get involved in every project, but it depends on one’s capabilities. As a senior engineer, I had more oppor-tunities to handle big projects. I was involved in the design phases and I also had the ability to assign work to junior engineers as well as solving the problems that occurred in site.”

Ir. Kong achieved his IR title 5 years after he graduated from university. Now, he is one of the directors of Perunding Rekacekap Sdn. Bhd. When we asked him what his great-est achievement in his career was, he answered with a shy grin, “Achieve-ment? I don’t have one. But seeing buildings that were designed by me gives me a great sense of accom-plishment. I am very proud of them as I have put my heart and soul into those building constructions. Also, I always recall the good memories during the construction with the clients and contractors.”

JUNIOR PROJECTWords: Alwin & Adele

After graduating, Mr. Kong played his trade as a junior engi-neer for 3 years. One of the early projects he handled during the this time was the Swiss Garden Hotel. The Swiss Garden Hotel Kuala Lumpur is located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur between Bukit Bintang and Chinatown.

The Swiss Garden Hotel was his first project as a junior engineer in the company, his roles and re-sponsibilities then were designing elements, drafting, conducting technical meetings and figuring technical output. He did as much as he could to gain exposure and to find opportunities in the construction industry as a fresh graduate.

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SENIOR PROJECTWords: Alwin & Adele

One of the main projects that IR Kong handles currently is the Women And Children Building that is set to be completed by the end of 2016. The 848 million ringgit project will be housing an additional 600 people when its completed.

In this project, IR Kong works as a director, he delegates work and ensures that everybody does a specific task so that every part is well organised and set to be com-pleted by the set dateline. IR Kong also has to go to the site frequently to ensure that everything is okay and solve on site problems if any should occur. After that he has to compile all of the work and write a report for the client as prove of the work done.

What are the challenges faced by IR Kong?As the owner of Perunding Rekacekap Sdn. Bhd., IR Kong has to ensure the continuation of the company. The company also depend on others to obtain projects. They need to ensure there are enough manpower when there are too many projects or if a project is too large.

How does IR Kong manage his time? IR Kong manages time by delegating projects to the juniors and also the seniors. He also plans his work beforehand and has a positive attitude.

What does Mr.Kong feel about his work?Mr. Kong says that he has no regrets. Although it is tough due to carrying a lot of responsibilities, he says that one can have a comfortable life as long as they are dedicated and hardworking.

What are some advice from IR Kong?Treat whatever you do as an achievement. The project must be able to go or else there is no purpose. Follow the client and solve problems. Clients happiness is you happiness

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Words: Cryslyn Tan

“YOU MUST LIKE THE WORK! IF YOU DON’T, IT WILL BE A BURDEN FOR YOU.”