Self-introduction

Dear respected interviewers,

My name is Yin Yiming, a master of civil engineering in the city of university of

Hong Kong. Today I am glad to have opportunity to be interviewed here.

During my internship, I as an assistant engineer, I participate in concrete pouring

construction, formwork construction and laying out lines using total station and other
measurement equipment. Also I follow the supervisor to have an inspection of
construction quality and acceptance of critical process.

During my undergraduate years, I have owned the “excellent student” scholarship, 3

times in succeeded. And I served as chairman of student union, once led the team,
organized lots of activities, lectures and some large-scaled events, including some:
career fair and sports competitions.

For the aspect of competition, I have own 3 national-level awards, one of them, I as a
leader, led the whole team win the grand prize. The other two competitions, I as a
core members, contributed myself and provide the key steps to the team.

Finally, the culture and the advanced technology of MTR have attracted me for a long
time. Such as: Common data environment CDE combined with BIM, 4D simulation
photogrammetry and digital on site. Besides, the I think the core courses I have
learned, the leadership both in competition and students union, the experience of my
internship, can make me more confident to compete this position to contribute myself
to MTR.
通用问题

1. 如何解决图纸和施工不对版的问题(how to handle the difference between the design drawings

and site construction)
If I find that the drawings is not match the site.
Firstly, I will suspend the construction to ensure the safety and immediately and
compare the design drawings with the actual data on site, and clarify the scope and
nature of the differences (whether it is incorrect size, structural conflict, or elevation
error)
Secondly, if the size is incorrect, base on my construction experience, there is an
obvious error on the drawings, I will inform the clients and consultant to ensure
whether or not it is right? How will the drawings modify.
2. 为什么选择港铁(why choose MTR)
Firstly, MTR is recognized by worldwide as a benchmark in railway operations
and engineering managements.
Secondly, If I have the opportunity to join the MTR, I can learn the cutting-edge
technologists to make me more competitive such as:
1) common data environment CDE & BIM,
2) 4D visualisation photogrammetry,
3) digital on-site.
Lastly, the knowledge we can learn from the university is limited, I have to say,
these technologists are the future of construction, no matter for the railway
construction or building construction. The more promising the enterprise is, the more
hope we will have.
3. 自己的职业规划( own career plan)
My short-term goal is to become a technically comprehensive civil engineer. I
will conduct in Scheme A(civil direction). Proficient in MTR's project management
process, hope to participate in large-scale infrastructure in the future.
4. 对于港铁的了解
MTR now is building north circle train line from 上水 station to 元朗 station. The first
part is 古洞 station building in progress expected completion around 2027. And the
second part is north circle mainline expected completion around 2034.
5. 如何应对高压环境下的工程延误(How to deal with project delays in high-pressure
environments)
I will evaluate the tasks on critical path, shorten the construction duration by
redistribute the sources such as: outsurcing some work or adding some ot.
6. 你如何保持对行业最新技术的了解？(how do you update yourself on the latest technology in
your industry)
As long as I have come to Hong Kong, I have made my career plan, and I pay
much attention on HKIE, especially HIKE lectures. I once have attended the lectures
which title is the combination of AI and construction for future. In that lectures, there
are lots of famous professors, directors. I have learned their thinking and benefit a lot.
7. BIM 的运用
(1) 优化设计：
BIM 通过多专业模型的整合(机电，建筑，结构)，提前检测管道碰撞，洞口预埋不合理等问题，减少返工
BIM integrates multiple professional models (mechanical, architectural, and
structural) to detect pipeline collisions and unreasonable hole pre-embedding
in advance, thus reducing rework.
(2) 精准建模可视化：建模误差小，制作隧道漫游视频可以直观的展示成果。
BIM can give a accurate modeling and visualization, modeling error is small,
and the production of tunnel roaming videos can directly display the results.
(3) 4D simulation: 将 BIM 模型和时间轴结合，行程 4D 进度管理，实施监控施工，优化资源分配
Combine BIM models with timelines to conduct 4D progress management,
monitor construction, and optimize resource allocation.
专业问题

1. 钢筋验收的关键步骤是什么(What are the key steps in steel bar acceptance?)

(1) 文件核查：确认产品合格证，出厂检验报告和标识是否完整
(2) 物理参数：核对钢筋的品种，规格，数量和位置，应该与图纸保持一致
(1) First, I will confirm the product certificate, factory inspection report and label,
ensure whether or not theses are complete.
(2) Second, I will check the steel bars, including: types, specification, quantity
and position. , And they should be consistent with the design drawings.
2. 大体积混凝土如何预防开裂(How to prevent cracking of large-volume concrete)
(1) 材料优化：选用低水化热的混凝土，掺入粉煤灰减少水泥用量
(2) 施工控制：采用分层浇筑法，扩大浇筑面积降低热量
(1) First, I will select concrete with low hydration heat
(2) Second, I will add fly ash to reduce cement consumption and some
admixtures to reduce the heat.
(2) Third, I will adopt layered pouring method to expand the pouring area and
reduce heat.
3. 如果团队中出现技术方案分歧，你会如何处理？(If there are disagreements on technical solutions
within the team, how would you handle it?)
(1) 组织团队成员用数据对比不同方案的优缺点，例如通过成本效益分析
(2) 邀请教授或行业专家提供独立意见
(1) Organize team members to use data to compare the pros and cons of different
solutions, such as through cost-benefit analysis
(2) Invite professors or industry experts to provide independent opinions
4. 台风季节如何保障工地安全(How to ensure construction site safety during typhoon season)
(1) 与天文台建立实时数据接口，提前 48 小时启动防风预案
(2) 对塔吊、临时工棚进行, 检查深基坑排水系统
(3) 在台风橙色预警发布后，组织工人转移至安全区域，并清点工具设备
(1) Establish a real-time data interface with the Hong Kong observatory and start
the wind prevention plan 48 hours in advance
(2) Check the tower cranes and temporary shades, to ensure whether or not it is
stable
(3) After the typhoon orange warning is issued, I will organize workers to move
to a safe area and count tools and equipment.
简历问题

1. 《》During your undergraduate studies, you studied "Construction Bidding and

Contract Management". If you are required to participate in the review of contract
terms in a project, which risk points will you focus on?
工期延误赔偿条款、变更索赔机制、材料价格波动风险分担
Compensation clauses for construction delays, change claim mechanism, and risk
sharing for material price fluctuations
2. 纠正钢筋施工中的锚固长度问题的解决方法 solutions to anchorage length problems in steel bar
construction.
补焊钢筋，引用规范和设计院确认，最终验收通过
3. 在混凝土浇筑的现场检查中，你认为哪些环节最容易出现质量隐患？如何通过流程优化来预防这些问题？
易出问题的环节：浇筑冷缝、振捣不密实、养护不足
冷缝：分层浇筑，减少时间间隔
养护：根据地盘的温度和湿度适度浇水
Links prone to problems: pouring cold joints, loose vibration, insufficient
maintenance
Cold joints: pour in layers and reduce time intervals
Maintenance: water appropriately according to the temperature and humidity of the
site