| Date | 2023-09-22 |
| Event start | 15:00 PM |
| Duration | 2 hrs ( from 3:00pm to 5:00pm ) |
| Venue | Zoom |
| CPD | 4 points |
| URL | Visit |
Synopsis
In view of rapid speed and challenges in the construction landscape and less reliance on labours, prefabricated building systems would be the norm in the future for the construction industry. In this webinar, we bring to you speakers who have good knowledge and experience on design and implementation of prefabricated building systems in Singapore and worldwide. They will share with you the international trends, local requirements, detailed design and implementation considerations, and contractual issues to address.
Speakers
Loo Kian Wei – Building and Construction Authority
As a member of the Construction Productivity and Quality (CPQ) Group in BCA, Kian Wei focus on developing and working alongside with the industry to build design capabilities in Kit-of-Parts to facilitate greater efficiency in prefabrication of building components. His earlier portfolio in BCA includes developing case studies of transformational projects to share with the wider industry for learning and leadership development.
Prior to joining BCA, Kian Wei was involved in projects that range from master planning and attraction design to commercial, institutions and residential. Beside being a registered architect with BOA, Kian Wei is also a certified UD assessor.
Sei Wakabayashi – Obayashi Singapore
Mr Sei Wakabayashi began his career in Obayashi Corporation in 1993 as an Architectural Construction Engineer. He received the Obayashi Scholarship in 2000 and pursued a Master of Engineering in Science at Michigan University. He resumed his role as a Project Engineer at Obayashi Corporation in 2002 and participated in various commercial and public projects. In 2005, he moved to the Singapore Office, Obayashi Singapore Private Limited.
Mr Wakabayashi has extensive experience in managing different construction projects. He ensures that all trade contractors perform well and that all architectural and engineering drawings comply with the specifications and regulations. He also supervises the construction site and directs site managers and sub-contractors, maintaining the standards of building performance, quality, cost, schedules, and safety. Mr Wakabayashi has participated in various projects, such as the Ocean Financial Centre and DUO Singapore. He also played a significant role in the Funan building project, a 12-storey mixed-development that comprises service apartments, office spaces, retail shops and basements. This is one of his most recent and notable achievements.
David Kingham – Steeltech Industries PTE Ltd
David trained as structural engineer at the University of Canterbury in New Zealand, and has had a career mixed between contracting and design. He moved to Singapore in 2019, predominantly working on the NTU project. As a design (connections only), supply and install contract, he was responsible for the technical department which involved coordinating the design, engineering & procurement of all mass timber & steel components. As the installation of the project started in late 2020, his roll transitioned to Project Manager and has supported the project through to its recent public opening.
Qwek Ming Way – AWP Architects
Ming Way graduated from Curtin University (Australia) and is a registered architect with Board of Architects Singapore. He is also a member of the Singapore Institute of Architects. Ming Way has worked in Singapore, UAE and China on high profile and challenging projects. Over 20 years in the construction industry, he has worked as consultant, as developer and also as contractor (DfMA), on a broad range of projects and in various capacities. He is currently a Technical Director with AWP Architects.
Schedule
| 2.45pm | Registration |
| 3.00pm | Opening remarks by SIA |
| 3.05pm | Next Bound of Construction Productivity through Advanced Manufacturing & Assembly by Ar. Loo Kian Wei – Building and Construction Authority |
| 3.25pm | LRV Precast system and Wooden Structure "Port Plus" by Mr. Sei Wakabayashi – Obayashi Singapore |
| 3.45pm | Learnings from Nanyang Technological University’s “Gaia” project, the largest mass Timber building in Asia by Mr David Kingham – Steeltech Industries PTE Ltd |
| 4.05 pm | Questions Architects asked & Lessons learned by Ar. Qwek Ming Way– AWP Architects |
| 4.25pm | Q&A |
| 4.55pm | End of Webinar |