Engaging our working partners, in particular the consultants and contractors, is an important part of our work to enable smooth and successful project delivery. In addition to sophisticated management system and guidelines in managing the consultants and contractors, we have arranged regular workshops and leisure activities to nurture a collaborative and partnering working atmosphere.
Promotion of Occupational Health and Safety
Site visits are arranged quarterly for DSD staff, resident site staff and contractors’ representatives to visit DSD’s construction sites having good safety practices.
Working Partners’ Experience Sharing Session on construction safety related topics
Construction Sites Housekeeping Award Scheme 2013
DSD have been organising the Construction Sites Housekeeping Award Scheme (CSHAS) since 2004 to promote team spirit with the contractors and consultants, to improve site cleanliness and tidiness and to enhance our public image.
Award presentation to the two winning teams of the Grand Awards
Promotion of Partnering Culture
In 2013-14, we have worked closely with our consultants and contractors to build a partnering and collaborative relationship. Some of the initiatives include:
- Arranging partnering workshop;
- Sharing of joint office and resources;
- Streamlining works procedures;
- Encourage communication by using instant messenger apps; and
- Designing common uniform for all project team members.
Site cleaning day at HVUSSS
New Engineering Contract (NEC)
Apart from the five on-going NEC contracts, DSD commenced Hong Kong’s first NEC electrical and mechanical works contract in March 2014. DSD would continue to promote partnering culture with our consultants and contractors through the wider use of NEC.
