ICMC 2026

Ir Professor Thomas HO is the Chairman of the Construction Industry Council (CIC). The mission of CIC is to CONNECT, LEAD and EXCEL. He possesses over 40 years of experience in construction industry. He has been dedicated to spearheading project management and general management, safety initiatives, sustainable development and innovation excellence in the construction industry. He is recognised by the industry as the figurehead in promoting excellence in construction management, safety leadership, as well as sustainable and quality construction. 

After joining CIC, he promoted Mi-Infinity, Integrated Common Data Environments and holistic Robotic Construction, he also insisted Design for Safety, High Productivity and Sustainability in the future of Construction. Livability and Well-being will be the ultimate game. 

In recognition of his advanced mindset in advocating innovative and green construction initiatives, Ir Professor HO received the Outstanding Achievement Award from Hong Kong Institute of Construction Managers in 2018. He was elected as a Fellow of the Hong Kong Academy of Engineering. 

Ir Frankie FUNG is the Principal Assistant Secretary of the Project Strategy and Governance Office (PSGO) of Development Bureau. He is responsible for overseeing the delivery of capital works projects in Hong Kong and formulating strategic initiatives, such as High Productivity Construction, Green Building, Digitalisation of Public Works, Applied Research and Development, Centre of Excellence for Major Project Leaders, etc., for uplifting productivity, enhancing project delivery capability, fostering sustainable built environment and strengthening project cost governance in a holistic manner, with an aim to improving the overall performance of public works projects. Frankie is a civil engineer by training and possesses over 30 years’ experience in overseeing and delivering a wide-range of major projects in various bureaux and departments.

Professor Sam Chan has over 40 years’ experience working with clients, consultants and contractors in Hong Kong and the Mainland since graduation from The University of Hong Kong in 1973. He joined the civil service in May 1992 and was appointed Assistant Secretary in the Works Policy Unit of the then Works Bureau in August 2001 on implementation of the CIRC recommendations relating to alternative procurement approaches, sustainable construction, life cycle costing, partnering, security of project payment, site supervision and project delivery. Professor Chan was responsible for the planning, design and implementation of capital works projects at HyD (2004 to 2011). He served as a volunteer at DEVB and provided professional advice and support to the HKSAR-funded reconstruction projects in Sichuan (2011 to 2012). Professor Chan is the Deputy Chairman of the Construction Dispute Resolution Committee (CDRC) of HKIE and Chairman of its Adjudicator Appointment Sub-committee (2022). He serves as Director and Chairman of the Property Development and Management Committee of the Chinese YMCA of Hong Kong since 2008, overseeing tendering and progress of the Association’s development projects. He also served as a member of the Appointment Advisory Board of the HKIAC (2017-2020).

Ir Prof Frank CHAN is the President of The Hong Kong Institution of Engineers. He is a Fellow of the Hong Kong Academy of Engineering, an Honorary Fellow of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, United Kingdom and a Professorate Senior Engineer of the People’s Republic of China. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, a Master of Business Administration from the University of Hong Kong, and a Master of Science in Medical Physics from the University of Aberdeen, United Kingdom. He attended the Advanced Management Programme at the Harvard Business School, Strategic Management of Regulatory and Enforcement Agencies at the Harvard Kennedy School, National Studies at the Tsing Hua University and the Chinese Academy of Governance.

He is currently a Hong Kong Deputy to the National People’s Congress, a Vice President of the Greater Bay Area Federation of Engineering Organisation, the Steering Committee Chairman of the Otto Poon Research Institute for Climate-Resilient Infrastructure of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, an Honorary Professor of the University of Hong Kong, an Honorary Advisor of the Hong Kong Federation of Electrical and Mechanical Contractors and the Hong Kong Civil Servants General Union, as well as an independent non-executive director of the China Resources Land Limited, the China State Construction International Holdings Limited and the Beijing Urban Construction Design & Development Group Company Limited.

He is the former Secretary for Transport and Housing, overseeing policy and strategy, development and implementation of housing, logistics, air services, land and maritime transport. He was the Chairman of the Hong Kong Housing Authority, the Hong Kong Maritime and Port Board, the Hong Kong Logistics Development Council and the Aviation Development and Three-runway System Advisory Committee; and a Board Member of the Airport Authority Hong Kong, the Hong Kong Mortgage Corporation Limited and the MTR Corporation Limited.

Prior to that, he was the Director of Electrical and Mechanical Services, spearheading policy initiatives and law enforcement on energy efficiency and safety of railway, tramway, ropeway, gas, electricity, lift, escalator and nuclear power; and providing professional advice and services.

Ir Prof CHAN is also the Founding Chairman of the Association for Engineering and Medical Volunteer Services, an Honorary Advisor of the Research Centre for Assistive Technology of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, and an Advisory Committee Member for Innovation and Technology for Aging of the Hong Kong Council of Social Service.

Mr. Max WONG is an architect by profession. He has over 30 years of experience in the building industry in both the private and public sectors.
In his substantive position as the Assistant Director (Project) of the Housing Department, Mr WONG lead a project sub-division of multi-disciplinary professional sections for a wide spectrum of tasks on public housing development from inception, planning, design, construction to post-completion stages. He has also been overseeing the construction safety of public housing to promote safety culture at workplaces, as well as the development of information technologies for the department.

Ar Donald Choi is a Registered Architect and currently serves as the Deputy Chairman and Managing Director of the Urban Renewal Authority (URA). Prior to leading the URA, he was CEO at Chinachem Group and Managing Director at Nan Fung Group as well as a Director at Foster and Partners. With over 40 years of experience in real estate investment and property development, he has made significant contributions to the field. Ar Choi is a strong advocate for people-centric design, believing that thoughtful architecture can greatly enhance the quality of life for communities. Throughout his illustrious career, he has received numerous prestigious awards, recognizing his leadership and innovation in the industry. In addition to his professional roles, he actively participates in various NGOs and professional organizations, focusing on design, community well-being, and sustainable development. He also serves as an adjunct professor at various universities in Hong Kong.

Ir Dr. Conrad Wong, Vice Chairman of Yau Lee Holdings Limited, is a professional engineer with over 30 years of experience in building construction. He is a strong advocate for sustainable construction, with expertise in green building technologies, Building Information Modeling (BIM), modular construction innovations, and construction automation. Under his leadership, Hong Kong’s first concrete Modular Integrated Construction (MiC) project for government housing was successfully implemented.

Ir Dr. Wong is also deeply committed to public service. He currently serves as Chairman of the Council of the Hong Kong Metropolitan University and the Chairman of the New Energy Transport Fund Steering Committee.

In 2024, Ir Dr. Wong became the founding president of the Hong Kong Modular Integrated Construction Manufacturers Association (HKMiCMA). He is dedicated to advancing the MiC and MiMEP industries in Hong Kong, driving innovation and the adoption of cutting-edge technologies.

Wang Yonghai, PhD, Professor-level Senior Engineer, is Chief Engineer of the Guangzhou Municipal Housing and Urban-Rural Development Bureau. He spearheads policy formulation and industrial development in Guangzhou, in fields such as Modular Integrated Construction (MiC), intelligent construction, industrialized building, high-quality houses and City Information Modeling (CIM). He has led four ministerial and provincial-level research projects, edited or co-authored two industry standards and seven local standards and published four monographs. He was awarded the Second Prize of the National Science and Technology Progress Award and the First Prize of the Huaxia Construction Science and Technology Award. 

Mr. He Junli serves as the General Manager and the Director of Shenzhen Qianhai Shekou Free Trade Zone Investment & Development Co., Ltd. He holds a degree in Architectural Engineering from Southeast University and an EMBA degree from the China Europe International Business School (CEIBS). Throughout his career, he has held various leadership roles at China Merchants Shekou (CMSK), including Assistant General Manager and Deputy General Manager for the Chongqing branch, General Manager for the Xi’an branch, and Deputy General Manager for the Southwest Region. Under his guidance, his teams have successfully delivered several landmark projects, such as the Jinshan Yiku Art Park, the China Merchants Silk Road Center complex, the Fourth-Generation Luxury Residential Project named “Xi’an Xu”, and the pilot section of the international-standard neighborhood in the Mawan area of ​​Qianhai. 

Ar WONG On-wa, Edward is the Deputy Director of Architectural Services overseeing the Department with around 2,000 multi-disciplinary professionals, technical and site supervisory staff for design, construction and maintenance of Government buildings and facilities, and provision of technical advisory services.

Ar WONG is a Registered Architect.  He has over 25 years’ experience in the building industry after his registration. With 20 years of service in the Government, Mr WONG has held various roles since 2006, including Architect and Project Manager in both Architectural Services Department and the Energizing Kowloon East Office (EKEO) under the Development Bureau (DEVB). His extensive experience encompasses design, contract management, building quality control, consultancy management, and advisory services.

Ir Franco Cheung is Director (Projects) at Hong Kong Housing Society, spearheading people-centric and ESG-driven initiatives that address Hong Kong’s housing challenges. With over 30 years of pan-Asian experience in real estate and construction, he has delivered landmark developments across the region. Since 2019, he has actively championed public housing, fostering innovative, sustainable, and socially responsible delivery methods for the community.

A recognized innovator, Ir Cheung has:

– Pioneered Modular Integrated Construction (MIC)

– Advanced digitalisation through AI and smart systems, prioritising efficiency, safety, and user experience

– Launched Lab+ laboratory to accelerate sustainable R&D and promote ESG innovation

– Led low-carbon transformation with clear targets, green tech adoption, and a commitment to environmental stewardship

– Enhanced worker well-being and stakeholder collaborations through MIC Collaboration centres, supporting inclusivity and social impact

Ir. Dr. Louis Chu joined The University of Hong Kong in 2009 and is currently the Associate Director of the Estates Office. He received his Bachelor’s degree and PhD from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. He is a member of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers and the Hong Kong Institution of Construction Managers. He also serves as a member of the MiC Vetting Sub-Committee on the Construction Innovation and Technology Fund (CITF), and the Technical Committee on MiC of the Building Technology Research Institute (BTRi).

With over 28 years of experience in project planning and construction management, Dr. Chu has overseen various construction projects in Hong Kong and Macau, including commercial complexes, residential developments, and mega-scale hotels. He has also led significant projects at the university, such as the re-provision of service reservoirs, the Centennial Campus, Yuet Ming Auditorium, HKUMed Academic Building, and Modular Integrated Construction (MiC) projects.

Dr. Chu was awarded the “MiC Project Champion (Outstanding Project Team Members)” in 2022 for his leadership in the HKU Wong Chuk Hang Student Residence site. He is currently managing multiple MiC projects and a new academic building for the Faculty of Medicine.