Jeffery Yong
About Jeffery Yong
Jeffery Yong serves as the Regional Client Services Director at The Instant Group, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in Mechanical Engineering from Queensland University of Technology and has successfully managed construction projects across various industries, achieving significant cost savings and improvements in compliance programs.
Work at Instant
Jeffery Yong has been serving as the Regional Client Services Director at The Instant Group since 2020. In this role, he operates within the Hong Kong and Singapore markets. His responsibilities include overseeing client services and ensuring the delivery of high-quality outcomes for various projects. Yong's leadership has contributed to the company's reputation for excellence in client service and project management.
Education and Expertise
Jeffery Yong studied Mechanical Engineering at Queensland University of Technology, where he earned his Bachelor’s degree. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in managing complex projects across various industries. Yong's technical knowledge complements his practical experience in client services and project management.
Background
Prior to his current position, Jeffery Yong managed construction and fitout programmes across multiple sectors, including office spaces, data centres, institutions, and hotels. He has experience handling projects valued up to $60 million, showcasing his capability in managing large-scale initiatives. His background reflects a commitment to delivering quality results in diverse environments.
Achievements
Jeffery Yong has driven significant improvements in compliance and operational efficiency. He achieved a marked improvement of over 50% from baseline on the FM Global compliance programme. Additionally, he consistently delivered positive results with zero non-conformance on EHS-related governance programmes. Yong also delivered savings exceeding US$4.5 million on key data centre projects through effective management of real estate brokers.
Cost Optimization Strategies
In his role, Jeffery Yong has implemented strategies that have resulted in tangible savings for stakeholders. He optimised facility operations through service standardisation, external benchmarking, and utilities reversed bidding. These initiatives demonstrate his focus on enhancing operational efficiency and delivering value to clients.