Supported by the Construction Industry Group
This event has been postponed to a new date in Q1 2021. For enquiries, please contact Yammie at [email protected]
The HKSAR Government has been leading the construction industry to reform by implementing “Construction 2.0”, advocating “Innovation”, “Professionalisation” and “Revitalisation” to uplift the capacity and sustainability of the industry, increase productivity, improve quality, safety and environmental performance.
In the past few years, the Development Bureau has been taking forward strategic initiatives to strengthen project governance and uplift project performance for public works, including establishing the Centre of Excellence for Major Project Leaders (CoE), promoting innovative Modular Integrated Construction (MiC), and mandating the adoption of Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Digital Works Supervision System (DWSS) for major projects, etc.
Against the backdrop of the COVID-19 pandemic, Ir John Kwong, JP, Head of PSGO, will share with Members HKSAR government initiatives in enhancing the delivery capability and embracing innovation and digital technologies to address the challenges and opportunities facing the construction industry under the New Normal era.
About the speaker
Ir John Kwong, JP was appointed Head of Project Strategy and Governance (PSGO) in April 2019 for formulating strategic initiatives to strengthen governance and uplift performance of public works through reinforcing the existing gateway process for cost management; enhancing project delivery capability; leading strategic developments to enhance cost-effectiveness and enhancing collaboration with international counterparts and local industry stakeholders.
Ir Kwong is a civil engineer by training. He graduated from the University of Hong Kong in 1987 and obtained several postgraduate degrees in engineering and laws. He was the Contract Advisor of the Drainage Services Department, looking after procurement and contractual matters on works contracts. He joined the Commerce and Economic Development Bureau later to take forward the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal project as well as other tourism projects. He was the Chief Assistant Secretary (Works) and the Head of Project Cost Management Office (PCMO) of the Development Bureau before his appointment as the Head of Project Strategy and Governance (PSGO).
This event is hosted by David Graham. Please note that walk-ins are not allowed to this event.
Ticket includes a full hot English breakfast buffet.
Please note that Business Attire is required by the Hong Kong Club - collared shirts must be worn by men, and jeans, sandals and sports shoes are not permitted. To see the full list of club rules on dresscode, please click here.
Pricing
- Member: HK$440
- Non-Member: HK$560
- Y-Network Member: HK$340
- Start-up Member: HK$340
Terms & Conditions
- Reservations in advance are required. Please consider your booking confirmed unless notified otherwise.
- Business Attire is required by the Hong Kong Club. No jeans or sports shoes.
- Cancellations must be made in writing 24 hours prior to the event. No shows will be charged.
- This event is closed to the media.
- The event will be cancelled if the No.8 Typhoon signal or the Black Rain Storm warning is in force.
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