Council & Committees
HKCA will ensure that Members' needs on industrial, contractual and technical matters are well looked after. HKCA is a member of the International Federation of Asian and Western Pacific Contractors’ Associations (IFAWPCA) representing Hong Kong. The Federation composed of representation from a total of 17 neighbouring nations/areas. The heart of the HKCA's business is the 40-member Council and the standing and ad-hoc committees. The Association's Council Officers comprise a President, six Vice-Presidents, Honorary Secretary and Honorary Treasurer (and their deputies). The Association's normal business is carried out by the Secretariat under the supervision of the Chief Executive.
73rd Council (2025-2027)
The 73rd HKCA Council for 2025/2027 is effective from 1 April 2025 for a two-year term.
Executive Officers
Council Members
Executive Director
Ir Barry Sin received his Bachelor Degree in Building and Master Degree in Construction Management in United Kingdom in 1984 and 1986 respectively. He also obtained two Postgraduate Diplomas, one in Structural Engineering and other in Surveying, during his career in Hong Kong.
Ir Sin is an Honorary Member of the Association. He served as Deputy Honorary Secretary in the 67th Council (2013-2015) and held the position of Vice-President (Building) from the 68th Council (2015-2017) to the 71st Council (2021-2023). He has also served as a Director of Green Building Council and BEAM Society Limited, as well as a member of various task forces of DevB, CIC and HKTDC, etc. With over 35 years of extensive experience in the industry, Ir Sin has been involved in various major projects in Hong Kong, Macau and overseas.
Ir Barry Sin
Permanent Supervisors
Honorary Supervisor
Honorary Members
Committees
Industry and standing committees are set up to study and review issues and concerns that are of particular relevance to the different disciplines and areas of operation. These Committees will make policy proposals to the government on matters affecting the construction industry.
Building Committee
This Committee deals with Government and private sector building construction works. It has been working closely with relevant bodies including the Development Bureau, the Hong Kong Housing Authority, the Architectural Services Department and the Buildings Department, etc to improve communication, streamline work practices and regulatory measures.
Civil Engineering Committee
The Committee was established in 1980 and has been reflecting the voices of its members. This Committee has been playing a major role in advising the Government on policies related to civil engineering works and on the construction industry through regular dialogues with Government departments and other parties concerned.
Piling Contractors Committee
The Committee aims to promote and maintain a safe, economical and efficient piling industry. This committee liaises closely with the Buildings Department, the Housing Department, and the Architectural Services Department to resolve issues and problems experienced by the piling contractors.
Site Investigation Committee
This Committee is set up to improve the quality of the site investigation industry. It represents HKCA to negotiate and resolve problems related to site investigation works with the relevant Government departments, and in particular GEO, and provide a consultation channel for Government and other professional bodies on matters related to the site investigation industry.