The Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers, Inc.(PICE) proudly announces the groundbreaking of its own new headquarters building at V. Luna Extension, Quezon City, a day before the organization’s 2024 Midyear National Convention, International Expo and Technical Conference opens in Pasay in Pasay City.
The ceremony held on June 12, 2024 was led by PICE National President and Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Senior Undersecretary Emil K. Sadain, alongside esteemed offials and members of the organization and prominent figures in the civil engineering community including PICE Past President and DPWH Undersecretary Eugenio R. Pipo Jr.
Under the leadership of National President Sadain, the construction of the PICE-owned headquarters will finally commence.
According to Senior Undersecretary Sadain, the construction of the own PICE building is wholly supported by Secretary Manuel M. Bonoan, who is also a Past President of the organization. The unwavering support of the DPWH Secretary highlights the importance of this project and the shared vision of enhancing the infrastructure and professional development within the civil engineering community.
Other than Senior Undersecretary Sadain, the following are the PICE National Officers and Board of Directors from government and public sectors: President-Elect Engr. Frederick Francis M. Sison, DPWH Assistant Secretary and Vice President Rey Peter B. Gille, DPWH Assistant Secretary and Secretary Nerie D. Bueno, Treasurer Engr. Albert A. Perfecto, DPWH Regional Director and Business Manager Basir M. Ibrahim, Public Relations Officer Engr. Adam C. Abinales, Auditor Engr. Michael J. David, and Immediate Past President Engr. April Frances Agatha G. Flores. The Board of Directors includes Engr. Arlene J. Adlawan, Engr. Juanito S. Cunanan, Engr. Mark Vincent Y. Nodado, Engr. Aure Flo A. Oraya, Engr. Florencio F. Padernal, Engr. Mark Dale Diamond P. Perral, and Engr. Robinson A. Salenga, II.
The facade of the seven (7)-storey PICE building with one (1) level basement for parking, symbolizes One (1) PICE representing commitment to advancing the field of civil engineering in the Philippines.
This state-of-the-art mixed use commercial building with a total floor area of more than 4,000 square meters excluding roofdeck and basement will serve as a hub for innovation, collaboration, and professional development for civil engineers across the country.
In his message, Senior Undersecretary Sadain expressed his excitement for the project, stating, “this new headquarters will not only provide a modern space for our members to convene and collaborate but will also be equip with training venue in support of the professional growth and development of One PICE members”.
The groundbreaking ceremony featured the signing of architectural plans, a symbolic lowering of time capsule containing the building plan, and shoveling of soil by National President Sadain and other key leaders.
Other attendees are Project Directors Benjamin A. Bautista, Ramon A. Arriola III, Soledad Florencio, and Teresita Bauzon of DPWH Unified Project Management Office; industry partners; and PICE Quezon City Chapter members showing support for PICE’s vision for the future.
Construction of the new headquarters is expected to be completed by 2025.
The Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers, Inc. continues to be a leading organization dedicated to the advancement of civil engineering in the country.
The new headquarters will further enable PICE to fulfill its mission of promoting excellence and innovation in the field.