Educational Background
- Professional Diploma in Construction Management, Hong Kong Institute of Construction Managers
- BSc (Hons) in Business Information Systems, Leeds Beckett University
- MSc in Intelligent Building Technology and Management, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
- MSc in Global Master of Business Administration, The University of Manchester
Industry Sector
Building Construction and Built Asset Management
Career/Job Position
Manager, GIS & BIM, Airport Authority Hong Kong
Key Professional Achievements
- (2026) Ordinary Member, Railway and Transport Section Committee, IET Hong Kong, to promote Engineering and Technology
- (2025) Vice-Chairman, The Hong Kong Institute of Building Information Modelling, to promote digital engineering knowledge to the young generations
- (2025) Partnership and Network Development Working Group of the Construction Industry Council Youth Affairs Committee, to promote the construction and engineering industries to the young generations.
- (2025) Task Force of Buildings Department, HKSARG for Consultancy Study on Adopting Building Information Modelling for Statutory Submissions under the Buildings Ordinance
- (2025) Speaker, invited by the Development Bureau and the Construction Industry Council for work experience sharing on Infrastructure x Education at Learning and Teaching Expo 2025
- (2025) Speaker, invited to share my Commercial Radio Hong Kong for sharing insights on resilience in the innovation of the building construction industry to the public
Reason for Pursing a Doctorate Programme
I am pursuing the DIREC doctorate to enhance my leadership in digital construction and real estate by deepening my knowledge of global markets, strategic project delivery, and digital technologies. The programme allows me to combine advanced research with professional practice to address industry challenges. This will strengthen my capacity to lead complex projects, drive innovation, and support sustainable development in the built environment.
Why do you choose PolyU DIREC Programme
I selected the PolyU DIREC Programme because it integrates digital construction, real estate, and infrastructure development, aligning with my background, my job, and my status as a doctoral student. This programme helps me combine academic rigor with practical application, strengthen my strategic thinking, and drive innovation in the built environment.
Outcomes/Expectations from Studying DIREC Programm
The DIREC Programme has enabled me to connect global concepts with tough lectures, and the study trips have broadened my mindset to include Asia, European countries, project delivery strategies, and digital technologies in my work on airport and infrastructure projects. The cohort-based structure accommodates my professional responsibilities, while research supervision and peer discussions have deepened my understanding and enhanced my capacity to address complex industry challenges. The DIREC Programme will further develop my leadership in digital construction, asset-intensive projects, and real estate development. It will equip me with the knowledge I need for my career development. I believe DIREC will strengthen my professional credibility, influence industry practices, and help me implement sustainable, data-driven solutions that promote efficient, resilient built environments in Hong Kong and internationally.
Advice for Prospective Candidates
I encourage prospective candidates to pursue the DIREC Programme only if they are dedicated to achieving both academic excellence and real-world impact. Engage actively with the cohort, maintain disciplined time management, and select a research topic that addresses your professional challenges to ensure the doctorate serves as a significant milestone in your career and leadership development.
