N U L A

Introduction 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 about
him/her and his/her company.
We had chosen to interview IR S. Y. Kong , who
is a Civil Engineer.
All content is NULA unless stated otherwise.
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.THE SWISS GARDEN HOTEL

one of his projects as a junior

4.NATIONAL WOMEN AND CHILDREN HOSPITAL

one of his projects as a senior

5.FINAL WORDS
other info from ir kong

COMPANY PROFILE
Words: Chloe Teh

Photo from Facebook

IR S. Y. KONG is the director of the consulting engereering company Perunding Rekacekap Sdn.
Bhd. After working for ten years, he started this company in 1996, but only began operating in
1999. Perunding 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 companys well-known
projects include TTDI LAND in Amansari, KL Women and Child Hospital and Cheras Heights
Condominium.

LIST OF PROJECTS
OF PERUNDING REKACEKAP SDN. BHD.

1. NADAYU 28 Condominium, Bandar Sunway

2. Cheras Heights Condominium
3. PU Kuala Lumpur Dorm
4. APMM Maritim Dorm, Subang Jaya
5. USJ Heights Condominium
6. TTDI Grove Residential Area
7. The Cruise Condominium, Puchong
8. Aman Suri Business Park, Shah Alam
9. KL City View Condominium
10. IPPT (USM) Research Hospital
11. German Malaysia Institute
12. National Women and Children Hospital
14. The Valley Condo, Ampang
13. Sime Darby Plantation HQ, Ara Damansara
15. D Water Front Condominium, Ampang

ORGANISATION CHART
OF PERUNDING REKACEKAP SDN. BHD.

PROFILE OF IR KONG
Words: Chung How Cyong

IR S.Y. Kong graduated from University Malaya in 1990 and has been working as a civil 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 all depends on ones capabilities. As a senior engineer, I had more opportunities 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 occured 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 greatest achievement
in his career was, he answered with a shy grin, Achievement? I dont have one. But seeing buildings that were designed by me gives me a great sense of accomplishment. 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.

THE SWISS GARDEN HOTEL

Words: Alwin & Adele

Photo from Google

After graduating, IR Kong played his trade as a junior engineer for 3 years. One of the early projects he handled during this time was the Swiss Garden Hotel. This Swiss Garden Hotel Kuala
Lumpur between Bukit Bintang and Chinatown.
This Swiss Garden Hotel was his first project as a junior engineer in the company, his roles and
responsibilities 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.

NATIONAL WOMEN AND

CHILDREN HOSPITAL
Words: Alwin & Adele

Photo from Google

One of the main projects that IR Kong handles currently is the National Women and Children
Hospital 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 completed by the set dateline.
IR Kong also has to go 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 work done.

MORE ABOUT IR KONG

Words: Cryslyn Tan

What are the challenges faced by Mr.Kong?

As the owner of the company, he has to ensure the continuation of the company. The
company also depends on others to obtain projects. They need to ensure there is 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.
How 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

YOU MUST LIKE THE WORK! IF YOU DONT, IT WILL BE

A BURDEN FOR YOU.