AIQS Int. Chapter Region 1 Event: Risks and Opportunities in the International Construction Market
The international construction market is a dynamic and multifaceted sector that plays a pivotal role in global economic development. Despite facing significant challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, geopolitical tensions, and economic uncertainties, the construction industry has demonstrated remarkable resilience.
The global nature of the construction market necessitates that companies frequently operate across borders, requiring them to navigate diverse regulatory frameworks, cultural differences, and currency fluctuations. As projects grow increasingly complex, effective risk management has become essential. Companies are now prioritising strategies to mitigate risks associated with geopolitical instability, climate change, and financial volatility.
The transition toward renewable energy sources is generating substantial demand for construction in sectors such as solar, wind, and other green energy initiatives. Emerging markets, particularly in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, are key drivers of growth, fuelled by rapid urbanisation, population expansion, and the pressing need for infrastructure development.
Contractors entering the challenging international construction market must proceed with great care, as risks and opportunities are intertwined. If risks are not managed properly, they can outweigh potential benefits.
This seminar will focus on the risks and opportunities within the international construction market. Speakers will share their insights and experiences from various sectors and geographic regions, offering valuable perspectives on navigating this evolving landscape.
Attendees at this event will be provided with lunch.
About the speakers:
Sr. Dickey Lee
Topic: OBOR QS Role and Case Study
With 28 years work experience in quantity surveying, Dickey has long been engaged in major commercial, residential, hotel and office projects across the Greater Bay Area, Shanghai, and Wuhan. He is responsible for and involved in many representative projects, including Wuhan CTF Financial Centre, Swire Guangzhou Julong Bay Project, Foshan Lingnan Tiandi, Wuhan Tiandi, Guangzhou Infinitus Plaza, and Hong Kong Cyberport Digital Centre Project.
Ms. Eva Thometz
Topic: Future of Sustainable Building Material in China
Eva Thometz is an ESG and sustainability consultant with extensive experience in ESG advisory, reporting, project management, and compliance. She specialises in sustainable construction materials, with an emphasis on dimensional stone. Eva has worked extensively on EU and USA sustainability procurement, development, and compliance. Projects she has worked on include Nike Headquarters in Oregon, Titanium in Santiago, Chile, Cartier Stores across Asia, Frankfurt Airport and Townsquare in Bremen.
Sr. Vincent Chu FAIQS, CQS
Topic: QS Role in International Construction Markets
Kevin joined Rider Levett Bucknall in 2005 and was promoted to be the Director in July 2024. He has been involved in all aspects of quantity surveying on a wide range of projects including residential, office, commercial developments. He has been the team leader on many iconic and sustainable buildings in Hong Kong.
Kevin is a member of HKIS Sustainability Committee and a member of RLB Global Embodied Carbon Assessment Working Group.
Mr. Kenneth Wan
Topic: Similarities and Differences between Common Law and Civil Law
Kenneth is qualified lawyer admitted in Hong Kong, Australia and China. He has over 15 years work experience in government agencies, multinational corporations and law firms such as the Department of Justice of the HK Government, the Supreme Court of Victoria and Cheung Kong Infrastructure Holdings Limited.
Kenneth has expertise in the following areas: corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, Hong Kong listing rules compliance, commercial litigation and promotion of the rule of law.
Sr. T S Wong
Topic: From Procurement to Supply Chain Management: Expanding the Boundaries of QS Value Creation
T S Wong is the founder of ProjectAIMS in Hong Kong and Xun Zheng in Shanghai. As a Chartered Surveyor with over 35 years of robust experience in the construction industry, he has excelled in various key roles, including QS, contractor’s commercial manager, and business process consultant.
In the last decade, he has sharpened his focus on EPC and Design-Build Project Management, Value Engineering, and Construction Supply Chain Management, positioning himself as an industry leader in these areas.
Sr. Dr. Peter Ng LFAIQS, CQS, FHKIS, RPS
Topic: Application of BIM and 3D laser scanning for quantity surveying
Peter is the Chairman and Founder of Beria Consultants Limited, which is an independent quantity surveying firm employing over 200 people with offices in Hong Kong, Chengdu, Macau, Shenzhen and Sydney.
He has over 40 years of experience in the construction industry and is particularly proficient at handling costing, quantity surveying, project management and assessment of claims. Peter is the Past President of the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors International Chapter Region 1.
Mr. Mike Li
Topic: Application of BIM and 3D laser scanning for quantity surveying
Mike is the Director of B BIM Creation Limited. He has over 15 years of experience with the consultants and contractors handing BIM and quantity surveying works, especially building and civil projects in Hong Kong. He is now focused on leading the construction industry and paving the way for a BIM and QS combination in the Hong Kong Market.
Dr. Duo Zhong PAN
Topic: Data Collaboration based on IFCDB Platform
Dr Pan is a professor level senior engineer as well as a senior expert in structure, geotechnical, engineering consulting and BIM technology. He has been focussing on the research and application of engineering digitalisation, BIM, 3D GIS and big data.
Mr. Stanley Chang MAIQS, CQS
Moderator of panel discussion on Risks & Opportunities in International Construction Market
Stanley is currently a Council Member of International Chapter Region 1 of AIQS. He has also been elected as a Director for AIQS with a tenure lasting until November 2026.
Stanley is an Associate for Rider Levett Bucknall. His professional expertise comprises all aspects of construction cost management and quantity surveying services including cost planning, financial reporting, tender documentation, interim valuations, and final accounts.
About the event:
Time: 10:00am - 4:00pm (Shenzhen, China Time)
Location: East Side, Railway Station, 1002 Jianshe Road, Shenzhen 518001 China
Cost: AIQS members AUD$24.50 // non-members AUD$35 (Note: payment must be made in AUD).
CPD: 4 points
The views and opinions expressed in this presentation are those of the presenter(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of AIQS.
