HONG KONG SAR – OutReach Media – October 28, 2023 –
Quantity Survey Division of the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors (HKIS) hosted the 2023 HKIS Quantity Surveying Division Conference (the Conference) at the Royal Plaza Hotel today.
Theme “Mapping the future of the built environment: the roles of quantity surveyors“This year the conference brought together over 240 professionals, practitioners and academics from government departments, statutory bodies, the private sector and academia to share experience and exchange ideas on the latest developments and challenges for quantity surveyors in the built environment.
Ms. Winnie HO Wing Yin, JP, Housing Secretary of the HKSAR Government, was present as the guest of honor and delivered an opening speech.
The Quantity Survey Division is one of the six divisions of the HKIS and has the largest number of members. The division has adhered to the spirit of excellence for many years. This is attributed to the fact that members have been trained as construction cost consultants, giving them specialist knowledge of construction costs, values, finances, contractual arrangements and legal issues in the construction discipline.
With the increasing demand for labor and professionals in the construction industry and advancements in technology, the role of quantity surveyors has taken on new dimensions, going far beyond the traditional confines of cost estimation and project management.
Ms. Winnie HO Wing Yin, JP, Housing Secretary of the HKSAR Governmentmentioned in his opening speech: “As Hong Kong experiences an increase in development demands, stakeholders in the construction sector, including government ministries, consulting firms and construction companies, should seize this golden opportunity to harness advances in innovation and technology for a better future. With HKIS QSD as a key partner in the surveying trade, enabling the industry to continually excel towards the wellbeing of the built environment in Hong Kong.
Featuring eight renowned speakers, this conference explored emerging trends and perspectives in the quantitative measurement industry from a comprehensive and professional perspective, such as digitalization, decarbonization and sustainability, procurement and contracting strategies, and construction disputes and dispute resolution. This sparked proactive discussions and exchange of ideas among participants.
The conference aims to inspire industry stakeholders to seize opportunities and delve into the evolving role of quantity surveyors in shaping the future of the built environment.
Sr Paul WONG Kwok Leung, President of the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors, noted in his welcome speech: “In this new, rapidly evolving era, quantity surveyors play a vital role in guiding the development trajectory and ensuring the seamless integration of innovation, efficiency and responsible practices. I believe that through our concerted efforts, the surveying profession in Hong Kong will continue to flourish.
Sr Sunny CHOI Shing Lam, Chairman of the Quantity Survey Division of the HKIS, mentioned the importance of exchange of ideas between different generations in his opening speech: “This conference invited young surveyors as moderators to foster a dynamic exchange of ideas. We aspire to inspire more young talents to join the quantity surveying profession and contribute to its growth.
Sr Amelia FOK Ching Yin, President of the Conference Organizing Committee said in his closing remarks: “Through this conference, we aspire to equip our fellows with well-rounded skills and knowledge, thereby strengthening their professional skills and propelling the advancement of our industry. We are pleased to have more than 240 professions engaged in this conference and collectively shaping the future of our profession.”
List of speakers (in order of speeches)
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Ms. Winnie HO Wing Yin, JP, Housing Secretary of the HKSAR Government (Guest of Honor) (Keynote speech) |
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Sr Katherine LEUNG Oi Kwan, Deputy Director (Quantitative Survey), HKSAR Government Architectural Services Department. |
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Sr Andrew LAM Ching Wah, Deputy Director (Project) 2, HKSAR Government Housing Department. |
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Sr Ling LAM, Managing Director, Rider Levett Bucknall Limited |
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Sr Anderson LEUNG Tak Ming, Director of Works and Contracts, Urban Renewal Authority |
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Sr Amen TONG Yuen King, Director General, Contracts (Third Runway), Hong Kong Airport Authority |
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Sr Raymond AU Koon Shan, Senior Project Business Manager, MTR Corporation Limited |
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Sr CHEUNG Kwok Kit, Associate (Litigation and Dispute Resolution), Deacons |
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Sr YEUNG Man Sing, partner, Li & Partners |
The list of speakers and topics is downloadable
here
The conference booklet is downloadable
here
High resolution photos of the event are available for download
here
Photo caption:
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001 Ms. Winnie HO Wing Yin, JP, Housing Secretary of the HKSAR Government was invited as guest of honor. |
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002 Sr Paul WONG Kwok Leung, President of the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors delivered the welcome speech. |
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003 Sr Sunny CHOI Shing Lam, Chairman of the Quantitative Survey Division of the HKIS, delivered the opening speech. |
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004 Sr Paul WONG, President of HKIS (2sd right), Sr Sunny CHOI, Chairman of the Quantity Control Division of HKIS (left) and Sr Amelia FOK, Chairman of the Organizing Committee (right) presented a souvenir to Ms. Winnie HO Wing Yin, JP ( 2sd LEFT). |
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005 Sr Amelia FOK Ching Yin, Chair of the 2023 Conference Organizing Committee of the HKIS Quantity Surveying Division, delivered the closing speech. |
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006 The conference brought together over 240 industry professionals to attend in person at the Royal Plaza. |
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