"Working in the field overseas, I am experiencing myself growing day by day"

by Manager Kim Sung-Joon (SIngapore Punggol Sports Center Site)

Q1. Please tell us about your job

A construction site is a small business that carries out its own projects, and within that business, the role of project support is to oversee the progress of the site in cooperation with the client and subcontractors. It involves managing budget, monthly sales, and receivables of the project, and mainly performs contracts, permits, orders, and settlements from the beginning to the completion of the site construction. In addition, the role of project support is to aid the smooth delivery on the site by delivering instructions from the headquarters and coordinating all necessary matters for construction.

Q2. What competencies do you need most in your job? 

After all, project support work is all about contracts and numbers. There are many cases where a site is affected by adverse contract wording or a mistake in the bid amount. Therefore, I think it’s important to be very meticulous and have a sense of responsibility. Also, in the case of overseas sites, it is crucial to adapt to local contexts based on understanding not only the language but also religion, culture, emotions, customs, and industries that are different from Korea. It is also essential to have the ability to socialize and emphasize with foreign employees.

Q3. How did you prepare for joining the company? 

In college, my architecture major classes involved students presenting their prepared designs to be critiqued by the professor and fellow classmates. I had to constantly think about and organize my thoughts and arguments for class presentations. Over the years, this practice helped me to define my own values and build my ability to speak confidently in front of a group of people.

I also interned for a construction team at a construction site. I enjoyed the process of working alongside the site workers. I felt a sense of reward and fulfillment when I saw the building actually being completed, which made me more eager and confident about pursuing a career in construction. I think this genuine feeling was communicated well during the interview and led to my acceptance.

Q4. Is there a corporate culture or system at HDEC that you would like to share? 

We have a "Selection-based Promotion System" that allows anyone who is recognized by employees for their outstanding performance to be promoted through recommendation. This system boosts the morale of younger employees and allows them to progress on their own, giving them the opportunity to be more responsible and empowered for their work and the organization.

Q5. Do you have any advice for juniors who want to work at HDEC?

Every time I see the architectural legacy of Hyundai E&C in Singapore, I feel proud of the company. Working at overseas sites, I am experiencing myself growing every day, even though it’s not easy. I want to work with my juniors to make a better future a reality in various parts of the world. Just like the amazing buildings that our seniors have left behind around the world, I want to take on various projects with my juniors in the future.