Hong Kong Awards 2023

The RICS Awards showcase the most inspirational initiatives and developments in land, real estate, construction and infrastructure. They recognise outstanding achievement, teamwork and companies.

We are delighted to confirm the Winners of RICS Hong Kong Awards 2023.

The successful teams and individuals of this year’s Awards were announced and celebrated at the official dinner ceremony which was held at the Grand Hyatt, Hong Kong on Friday 13 October.

All entries demonstrate industry leading achievements and show the highest standards of professionalism across the built environment in Hong Kong.

It was also our honour to announce Dr. Chan Ka-Kui, GBS, JP as the recipient of the most prestigious award for built environment professionals, the Lifetime Achievement Award.

Meet the Winners for 2023 below.

2023 Winners

Lifetime Achievement Award
Winners
Highly Commended

Dr. Chan Ka-Kui, GBS, JP

Mr Chan Ka-kui was the Chairman of the RICS Hong Kong Board as early as 1989. He was awarded the Gold Bauhinia Star by the HKSAR Government in the 2022 Honours List for his exemplary public and community service over the years; and in particular, for his outstanding and strategic contribution to the construction industry. This is fitting recognition for a leader who has striven so hard throughout his career to excel, and who has so generously given back to the community and the industry that he loves.

Owing to his keen, in-depth understanding of the construction industry, Mr Chan was appointed as Chairman of the Construction Industry Council (CIC) – the statutory organisation responsible for the sustainable development of the construction industry. During his six-year tenure from 2016 to 2022, the CIC spearheaded numerous bold initiatives to improve the industry, many of which were revolutionary and impactful, including MiC technology, which transformed the development of Hong Kong.

Dr. Chan Ka-Kui

CBRE Advisory (Hong Kong) Limited - Capital Markets

CBRE Capital Markets team is the fastest growing agency team in town. Amidst the challenging time in 2022 while the interest rate increased dramatically, the team concluded over HK$11.4 billion of transactions across various sectors. In a single quarter of Q1 2023, the team continued its success by closing more than HK$7.4 billion of transactions. Landmark deals include Magazine Gap Road project, Cargo Consolidation Complex, PentaHotel Hong Kong, Rosedale Kowloon Hotel and Nos. 8-12 Tsing Tim Street. The team was recognized by MSCI Real Assets as Hong Kong #1 Ranking Capital Markets team in 2022.

CBRE, Weave Living, PGIM Real Estate and Mayer Brown

CBRE, Weave Living, PGIM Real Estate and Mayer Brown jointly concluded the acquisition of Rosedale Kowloon Hotel at HK$1.375 billion. The transaction marked the largest Hong Kong enbloc hotel conversion deal in 2022. Through the acquisition of the holding company, Weave Living in Joint Venture with a fund managed by the PGIM Real Estate, acquired 100% interests in the asset. With 435 rooms, this is the largest acquisition of Weave Living. The objective is to improve the long-term housing problem in Hong Kong community by converting the property into rental accommodation that will provide quality housings for local young professionals.

Architectural Services Department, HKSAR Government

The fight to combat the 5th wave of COVID-19 pandemic was not just a battle for Hong Kong, but the world as a whole. With support from the Central Government, the Government of HKSAR, ArchSD was honored to take up the Project Management of the Project. In collaboration with other participated parties, a “miracle” that provided 40 000 bed spaces within 7 to 121 days was created. The isolation facilities not just functioned to contain the spread of the pandemic, it also alleviated the grievances and difficulties of people in crowded living environment.

West Kowloon Cultural District Authority, Rider Levett Bucknall Ltd., Rocco Design Architects Associates Ltd., ARUP, China State Construction Engg.(HK) Ltd.

The Hong Kong Palace Museum is built upon a simple principle: to draw on the strengths of Hong Kong to support the Palace Museum’s aim of telling the stories of the Forbidden City. Despite the unprecedented challenges faced by Hong Kong in the past five years, its guiding principle has kept us together and allowed us to overcome many obstacles.

To bring the Hong Kong Palace Museum to life, the team are honoured to have witnessed the making and completion of such an ambitious and meaningful project. We are proud to balance time, beauty and budget on this spectacular building.

Link Asset Management Limited

Link Sustainability Lab is Hong Kong's first public education and collaboration platform in the local community dedicated to making sustainability Accessible, Actionable, and Achievable for all. In this easily accessible Lab located at Lok Fu Place, Link illustrates how the long-term vision of sustainability can be broken down into many actionable pathways and achievable smaller goals through interactive experiences and engaging events. With the aim to popularise sustainability knowledge and inspire behavioural changes, this 6,800-square-feet space also serves as a collaboration platform for Link to join hands with all stakeholders to promote sustainability and co-create shared value for the community.

iREC

Infrared Engineering & Consultants Limited has been at the forefront of utilizing our cutting-edge technology, Guided Wave Testing (GWT), for inspecting building pipes in critical facilities since 2018. Notably, they are the first consultancy company to adopt GWT for inspecting pipes in critical building facilities, solidifying their position as pioneers in the industry. Their application of advanced technology demonstrates their exceptional creativity and professionalism in developing a cost-effective solution to address the longstanding public and social crisis of building services pipe bursting in aging facilities.

Savills Property Management Limited

Property Management Team makes use of surveying knowledge and professional expertise covering every management aspect to formulate a bespoke management strategy and first-ever ESG concept to deliver excellent services to The Center, a unique mega strata-title skyscraper with the highest transaction record.

The energetic Team is always courageous to endeavor innovative and sustainable practices to advance aiming to furnish clients the best environment as well as act as a vanguard of management industry on the platform of this iconic landmark.

Rider Levett Bucknall Ltd.

With a headcount of over 4,000 operating from more than 120 offices, RLB is leading the way in the QS profession to support the development of the construction industry across the globe. Despite many highs and lows of economic cycles, we continue to transform ourselves both technically and professionally to overcome challenges and emerge stronger than before. Our commitment to digital transformation has enabled us to deliver best-in-class services to our clients. Making a pledge of achieving net zero emissions by 2030, we strive to build a sustainable society for future generations by embracing sustainability in our practices.

Chinachem Group

Refurbishing three buildings in one go takes more than a commitment, but true professionalism and exceptional teamwork. Chinachem Group commissioned its Leasing Team to refurbish three aged office buildings in Central and Causeway Bay to enhance their asset value while contributing to a sustainable built environment. Thanks to their meticulous planning and proactive engagement with stakeholders, they have not only kept the timelines and budgets on track but also received overwhelmingly positive feedback from tenants. The Team is proud to report a 10-15% jump in occupancy, a 15% rental increment, and a BEAM Plus Gold rating for all three buildings.

Urban Renewal Authority

LWTPI is the first index of lift works in Hong Kong. The URA, EMSD, RLB, industry professionals, and lift associations collaborated to develop the index, using both traditional methods and AI assistance ensuring its accuracy, comprehensiveness, and usefulness. The LWTPI helps the URA monitor tender prices and make informed decisions.

The URA works in partnership with the government to administer various schemes aims at improving the living standards of citizens. By adopting a professional, innovative, sustainable, and collaborative approach, the URA efficiently makes use of government resources and funding to help people in need in a substaniable manner.

Henderson Land Development Company Limited

The Henderson is set to become a world-class sustainability and architectural landmark of Hong Kong. The new super Grade-A office tower upholds the vision of a future-proof office and will be a showcase that embraces 4 pillars of project sustainability strategies: Resilience, Health, Green, Smartness, and relevant aspects in UNSDGs. The Henderson echoes the organic beauty of the natural world, reinterpreting the structural forms and layering of a Bauhinia bud about to blossom; will be the comprehensive model to illustrate the implementation of corporate sustainability strategies. The Henderson has already achieved a number of world-class and local-leading awards and accreditations.

Swire Properties

Swire Properties has established SD 2030 Strategy with programs and 1.5°C-aligned Science-based Targets. Apart from addressing the landlord side management and practices, the support from tenant side is also the key to achieve the said targets. Swire Properties has strengthened its tenant engagement works in the recent years including the bespoke Green Performance Pledge, Green Kitchen Initiatives and The Loop programmes covering the entire tenancy cycle which are well received and with good results in 2022.

Colliers

The Colliers Valuation and Advisory Services (CVAS) department remains Hong Kong’s largest valuations team with 110 members, valuing over 3,500 properties worth HK$16 trillion.

Last year’s RICS award winners consider their most significant 2022 achievement to be setting up ESG services within their department, finding a way to quantify properties’ “green premium”, and being the first company to apply this to all valuation work, aligning with RICS guidance note on this topic.

Other highlights include their role in the unprecedented sale of a top private school and skillfully sculpting a significant part of the URA’s resumption project.

Hannah Jeong MRICS

Hannah Jeong heads the Hong Kong side of the RICS award-winning Colliers Valuations & Advisory Services department. Since being chartered by RICS in 2009, she has been promoted 11 times and received numerous awards.

In 2019, Hannah became the first woman to lead a valuations business line in Hong Kong. Headcount went from 28 to 65, and revenue increased by x1.84. Last year, they handled 3,500 projects worth almost HK$16 trillion.

Hannah, a mum of three, contributes to the industry through her community work, including ULI’s Women Leadership Initiative, mentoring, and thought leadership. She is an inspiration to fledgling surveyors.

Phoebe Yee MRICS

With over 20 years of post qualification and pan-Asian experience in asset management, property valuation, acquisition, large-scale disposal, planning and land management, Phoebe has gained a reputation in the industry for her expertise, strategic vision, tactical advice and leadership skills.

As professional chartered surveyor and member of various professional institutes including MRICS, MHKIS, RPS and China Institute of Real Estate Appraisers, Phoebe’s achievements have gone beyond her professional realm and extended to the community at large, inspiring the younger generation as a role model, co-creating a better community for future.

Chan Tak Chuen MRICS

Jason Chan is currently working as an Assistant Quantity Surveying Manager at a Hong Kong leading contractor. He is a Chartered Member of Hong Kong Institution of Surveyors (MHKIS), a Member of Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (MCIArb), and CIC Certified BIM Manager (CCBM) with extensive experience across different types of projects and aspects.

He was HKIS 1st QSD Award - Young QS Awardee 2022 and CIC BIMer 2022. His focus is mainly on commercial & contract management, 5D BIM development, automation of digital construction, and innovation. He is well-equipped to make outstanding contributions to the profession in his future career.

CBRE Advisory (Hong Kong) Limited - Advisory & Transaction Services - Industrial & Logistics Services

With its diverse expertise and extensive industry experience, the team comes out with robust and out-of-the-box real estate solutions for landlords, investors and tenants. In 2022, the team concluded 23 leasing and sales deals over a total floor space of 860,000 sq ft, taking up 55% of its market share.

JLL

JLL’s Office Leasing Advisory team (OLA) offers a full spectrum of services to landlords and tenants - from project leasing to tenant representation.

In 2022, OLA closed 382 transactions, with an annual rental value of approximately HK$2.1 billion. The three landmark transactions were China CITIC Bank International leasing 150,000 sq ft in Two Taikoo Place, IWG leasing 65,000 sq ft en-bloc in 8 Queen’s Road East, and Invesco leasing 33,000 sq ft in Jardine House.

We have specialized groups that cater for clients’ needs, driven by technology and sustainability - they allow us to provide the precise resources and solutions.

CBRE Advisory (Hong Kong) Limited

The CBRE Capital Markets team successfully concluded the transaction of a top-notch luxury residential site primely situated on Magazine Gap Road for redevelopment primely situated at The Peak, for approx. HK$5 billion. Due to the high complexity in terms of deal structure and technical issues related to redevelopment plans, the whole transaction process took over 2 years to complete. Despite the challenges, the CBRE team has achieved an outstanding outcome in terms of completion time and professionalism and it marks the largest residential transaction in Hong Kong over the last 3 years of COVID-19 period.

Knight Frank

Willis Mak and Alfred Wong from Knight Frank’s Capital Markets team turned a potential single investment by Weave Living into a unique double deal with a total value of HKD2.32 billion. Facilitated by the pair’s unmatched market knowledge, expertise and innovative mindset, Magnificent Hotel Investments Limited ("MHI") successfully executed a same-day disposal of Grand City Hotel to Weave Living and purchase of Bay Bridge Lifestyle Retreat from Stan Group.

Representing all three clients, Knight Frank navigated significant complexity stemming from MHI’s requirement for purchase and sale to be executed simultaneously, and the severe economic downturn arising from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sino Group, BDx, Cushman & Wakefield

Sino (developer and landlord), BDx (data centre tenant), and C&W (real estate consultant) collaborated to successfully conclude the largest leasing transaction for data centre use in Hong Kong in 2022.

Sino, a visionary developer, sought to capitalize on the digital economy by securing BDx, a data centre tenant in their new building; while BDx made a bold move by pre-leasing the premises to expand its footprint in Hong Kong.

By bridging the gaps and finding common ground, C&W facilitated a win-win-win scenario, ensuring mutual benefits for all. This remarkable collaboration exemplifies synergy achieved by all parties in achieving their objectives.

Henderson Land Development Company Limited

"The Henderson" is envisioned to be 21st century architectural icon for Hong Kong, a gift from the Chairman of Henderson Land to the share with people of Hong Kong. Facing unprecedented challenges particular to our project’s site conditions and the vision to excel and exceed expectations in all aspects, we have led an international team of world class architects, engineers, builders to collaborate through excellent project management, leadership and interpersonal skills to achieve ambitious goals, setting new industry standards of an exemplary office for the future and pushing boundaries in the glass construction industry.

Champion REIT

“Love · Play · Farm” – a green community project at the outdoor area of Langham Place Mall, was a pilot sustainable project carried out by Champion REIT in 2022. Aimed at mitigating the waste problem and carbon emissions, as well as promoting diversity and inclusion, the project connected over ten parties within six months, spanning over employees, tenants, NGOs, artists, and agricultural specialists, through co-creating an innovative “waste-to-farm-table” lemonade drink, collaborative mural painting and tenant workshops to advocate low-carbon lifestyle. Empowered by synergetic partnerships, the project succeeded in creating positive shared values on economic, social, and environmental aspects.

Wheelock Properties (Hong Kong) Limited

Wheelock Properties sets a role model in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), driving impactful changes for a more sustainable Hong Kong. Through the transformative power of the 5Es framework:

Engaging diverse partners
Extending enduring relationships
Expanding impact
Exchanging expertise
Empowering future generations

Wheelock’s culture fosters active involvement within internal teams, enabling impact that extends from within to community partners, permeating throughout Hong Kong and beyond. With an unwavering commitment to sustainability, Wheelock has been taken proactive initiatives to build a Happier and Healthier Hong Kong as a trailblazer in CSR.

Prosperity Real Estate Investment Trust

Occupying a prime location in the commercial hub of Hung Hom, The Metropolis Tower is a prestigious Grade A office building owned and managed by Prosperity REIT. Armed with extensive professional expertise and experience, the management team embraced a tenant-centric approach to deliver exceptional, versatile and heartwarming facility management services at all times that make the workplace feel like home. Overseeing the transformation into a modern and eco-friendly office, the management team skilfully implements innovative technologies and sustainable solutions including smart building management systems, tenant app, solar panels, energy-efficient chillers, rainwater collection system, recycling corners and urban farm.

Harriman Property Management Limited - One Midtown

One Midtown is a industrial reconstruction project under Wheelock Property Limited. It is managed by the Harriman Property Management Limited which is wholly-owned subsidiary of Wheelock Property Limited (the Wheelock Group). The property management team is dedicated to providing excellent, caring property and facility management services to their occupants. The team hopes to bring new technology into daily property management operation to enhance clients experience and satisfaction.

One Midtown keens to build strong relationship with occupants by taking care of their needs. We uphold the motto "Serving from the heart". We strive to provide sustainable and safe working environment.

JLL

COVID-19 has transformed tenants’ expectations and the way we work. JLLMS strives to balance tenant and real estate market needs by investing in technology to ensure safe physical returns and support tenant wellness, which benefits our clients' real estate investments. Additionally, JLL can assist clients in shaping their projects with new Grade A commercial building standards by integrating advanced technologies and sustainable solutions, prioritizing safety, sustainability, and tenant experience. Viva Place showcases JLL's expertise in management, operation, and consultancy services.

Architectural Services Department, HKSAR Government

Quantity Surveying Branch (QSB) of ArchSD, with expertise in cost and contract management, supports ArchSD in delivering community facility projects. Staying dynamic and agile, QSB applies innovation procurement methods and new technology to enhance Quantity, Speed, Efficiency and Quality within contained resources. Journey of the QS2.0 - our innovative ideas and go beyond, teamwork and young professional training are the tangible manifestations of QSB’s bright performance in professionalism, innovation and sustainable development of QS profession.

Turner & Townsend Limited

Turner & Townsend has been playing a pioneer role in providing NEC contract expertise and specialist consultancy support to major projects in Hong Kong. Our professional team has enabled clients’ smooth transition from traditional contract to NEC and effective contract management for successful delivery of megaprojects using NEC. Our team has been providing contract support to Airport Authority Hong Kong (AAHK), MTR and various government departments. In addition, we have been supporting policy bureaux and major project owners in Hong Kong as well as overseas countries such as Singapore in building capability and adoption of collaborative contracting and cost base approach.

Refurbishment/Revitalisation Team of the Year

Architectural Services Department, HKSAR Government
The project revitalised the tensile fabric structure at the redoubt and refurbished the major exhibition areas of the Hong Kong Museum of Coastal Defence (HKMCD). The project team finally overcame various challenges and constraints and successfully delivered project on-time, on-budget and fit-to-purpose.

The successful delivery of this project not only regain the iconic tensile fabric structure with design enhancement and recollect the city’s only military museum, the re-opening of the HKMCD but also witnessed the commitment in achieving a “teamwork-oriented” project.

CITIC Pacific Limited

CITIC Tower is Grade A commercial building on the harbor-front offering panoramic harbor views. The building is equipped with double-glazed curtain wall, 5G mobile coverage, dual power feed and structural openings on office floors for internal staircases. The recent renovation upgraded restrooms with shower places and enhanced the entrance lobby with high ceilings and natural light flooding in from large windows. With the use of state-of-the-art materials, the modern and stylish design transformed the building into a prestigious spot for the tenants. The incorporation of turnstiles, touchless-access and disinfection robots bring the occupant’s wellness and security to a higher level.

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Link Asset Management Limited

Lok Fu Place is one of Link's flagship properties. Originally built in the late 80s without much attention to modern shopping design concepts. In 2010, Link completed the first refurbishment project, connecting the scattered commercial buildings into a cohesive "One Centre" model. Building on this success, the second phase aimed to create "One Place" for the Lok Fu Hill area, by integrating indoor and outdoor spaces, a unified design language for the buildings, new fresh market and placemaking design for the community. in the result it transformed the complex into a modern, cohesive, and district community-oriented shopping destination.

Arcadis Consultancy Hong Kong Limited

Arcadis Consultancy Hong Kong Limited is nominated for the RICS Research Team of the Year Award for their provision of Consultancy Services for the Development of Design for Safety Management System and Training Programmes for the Hong Kong Construction Industry for the Construction Industry Council. Intending to improve Design for Safety in the construction industry, the key outcomes of this project include the development of an enhanced Design for Safety Management System, a set of Design for Safety Reference Materials to be used by the industry, and Design for Safety training courses to improve industry knowledge and increase safety awareness.

Colliers

Colliers published two research papers in 2022; “Real Estate STO Whitepaper, Chapter 2” and “Retailing in the Twenty-Minute City”.

The whitepaper focuses on blockchain technology’s ability to boost asset liquidity; using research which started in 2018. The team articulated practical financial analysis to demonstrate the benefits of STOs under challenging market conditions, changing perceptions and encouraging open dialogue.

CVAS collaborated with InvestHK to publish “Retailing in the Twenty-Minute City”, using research and market expertise to provide clear information about Hong Kong to potential foreign retailers. More than 1,300 copies of the booklet were sent to 32 overseas InvestHK offices.

Kai Shing Management Services Limited

ICC prioritizes sustainability and leverages smart technologies, such as the intelligent management system, to monitor and control energy consumption while collaborating with tenants and stakeholders on energy-saving initiatives. ICC reduced electricity consumption by over 20 million kWh between 2012 and 2022, equivalent to 6,000 families’ annual power consumption. The long-term plan includes a 10-year electricity reduction target of 13% by 2029/30 against the base year of 2019/20. ICC collaborates with other properties, the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, and engineering market leaders to achieve energy-saving and carbon reduction targets, including saving 3M kWh electricity from July 2023 to June 2025.

Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield (C&W) boasts the largest RICS-regulated valuation team in Hong Kong, with over 120 professional staff accredited with various qualifications. The introduction of the Dynamic Trio of Excellence has empowered young talents to contribute their innovative ideas and drive business growth. This unique approach fosters collaboration between young individuals, the company, and the industry, fueling innovation, improving decision-making, and raising the industry benchmark. With remarkable market leadership and achievements in various areas, C&W continues to thrive while embracing advanced technology and sustainable practices.

JLL

JLL Value & Risk Advisory Team are market leaders in innovation, thought leadership and technical expertise. The team are powered by technology and have invested considerable efforts in building in-house PropTech solutions, ESG advice and and GIS mapping solutions.

They have undertaken 7,500 valuations in multiple markets and published a whitepaper exploring Hong Kong's senior living issues where they identified that Hong Kong could face a shortage of over 60,000 elderly places by 2050. JLL is taking the lead working with partners including public bodies, investors, developers and planners to find solutions to what is a major issue for Hong Kong.

Chan Hiuming MRICS

Hiuming is a young surveyor with work experience from both consultancy firms and developers. With knowledge, skills and professionalism, she has delivered excellence in various functions, such as sales and marketing, valuation and investment. She is a member of RICS Hong Kong Member Engagement Group (HK MEG), RICS Hong Kong Policy Address Recommendations Paper Working Group (2023), and HKU’s Real Estate and Construction Postgraduate Alumni Association (HKU PGAA). Also, she is the immediate past Chairlady of the Real Estate Society at HKU.

Richmond Liu MRICS

Richmond Liu (MHKIS, MRICS, RPS (GP), LLB, MSc) is a Director in Colliers Valuation & Advisory Services who leads a team of dedicated surveyors passionate about promoting Hong Kong’s best surveying practices to mainland Chinese companies, State Owned Enterprises and beyond. Committed to producing high-quality insight with diligence and conviction that his clients can trust, Richmond has served the public and private sectors. He uses that expertise to connect mainland China with Hong Kong, the Asian region, and the rest of the world. Richmond is well-equipped to continue his outstanding contributions to the profession, where he nurtures young talent.

Vivian James MRICS

Vivian is a professional Project Manager with 10 years of experience. She is open minded, disciplined and hardworking; this has helped her develop excellent communication, time management and organizational skills. In turn, developing these skills over time have enabled her to refine her teamwork and leadership abilities.

She is a fully fledged member of the RICS and a registered APC assessor. At work, she serves as the vice chair and chair of the ‘Your Professional Future’ committees for T&T APAC and the Hong Kong office respectively. Outside of work Vivian also engages in a large amount of voluntary work.

2023 Finalists

Team Nominations
Individual Nominations

Nominated for: Research Team of the Year

Development of Design for Safety Management System and Training Programmes for the Hong Kong Construction Industry for Construction Industry Council

Nominated for: Construction Project Management Team of the Year

Community Isolation and Treatment Facilities

The fight to combat the 5th wave of COVID-19 pandemic was not just a battle for Hong Kong, but the world as a whole. With support from the Central Government, the Government of HKSAR, ArchSD was honored to take up the Project Management of the Project. In collaboration with other participated parties, a “miracle” that provided 40 000 bed spaces within 7 to 121 days was created. The isolation facilities not just functioned to contain the spread of the pandemic, it also alleviated the grievances and difficulties of people in crowded living environment.

Nominated for: Quantity Surveying Team of the Year

Quantity Surveying Branch of ArchSD - Reaching Innovation by Creative Surveyors

The project revitalised the tensile fabric structure at the redoubt and refurbished the major exhibition areas of the Hong Kong Museum of Coastal Defence (HKMCD). The project team finally overcame various challenges and constraints and successfully delivered project on-time, on-budget and fit-to-purpose.

The successful delivery of this project not only regain the iconic tensile fabric structure with design enhancement and recollect the city’s only military museum, the re-opening of the HKMCD but also witnessed the commitment in achieving a “teamwork-oriented” project.

Nominated for: Agency Team of the Year

Industrial and Logistics Services team

The CBRE Industrial and Logistics Services team is made up of eight professional and highly productive individuals who focus on all spectrum of service offerings within the industrial sector by working collaboratively with Capital Markets, Valuation & Advisory Services, Research, Office Services, building consultancy and project management teams.

With its diverse expertise and extensive industry experience, the team comes out with robust and out-of-the-box real estate solutions for landlords, investors and tenants. In 2022, the team concluded 23 leasing and sales deals over a total floor space of 860,000 sq ft, taking up 55% of its market share.

Nominated for: Agency Team of the Year

Capital Markets Hong Kong, CBRE Advisory (Hong Kong) Limited

Nominated for: Best Deal of the Year

A top-notch luxury residential site for redevelopment primely situated at Magazine Gap Road, The Peak

Nominated for: Best Deal of the Year

Rosedale Hotel Kowloon, No. 86 Tai Kok Tsui Road, Kowloon, Hong Kong

Nominated for: Corporate Social Responsibility Project of the Year

Love · Play · Farm

Nominated for: Refurbishment/Revitalisation Team of the Year

CCG Modernization & Sustainability Plan for Commercial Portfolio

Nominated for: Refurbishment/Revitalisation Team of the Year

CITIC Tower Revitalization

Nominated for: Research Team of the Year

Real Estate Tokenisation Research & Retailing in Twenty-Minute City

Colliers published two research papers in 2022; “Real Estate STO Whitepaper, Chapter 2” and “Retailing in the Twenty-Minute City”.

Nominated for: Valuation Team of the Year

The Colliers Valuation and Advisory Services (CVAS) department remains Hong Kong’s largest valuations team with 110 members, valuing over 3,500 properties worth HK$16 trillion.

Other highlights include their role in the unprecedented sale of a top private school and skillfully sculpting a significant part of the URA’s resumption project.

Nominated for: Best Deal of the Year

Data Centre Leasing

Nominated for: Valuation Team of the Year

Nominated for: Property Management Team of the Year

Harriman Property Management Limited- One Midtown

Nominated for: Construction Project Management Team of the Year

The Henderson

Nominated for: Sustainability Award

The Henderson

Nominated for: Facilities Management Team of the Year

Guided Wave Inspection for FM

Nominated for: Agency Team of the Year

JLL’s Office Leasing Advisory team (OLA) offers a full spectrum of services to landlords and tenants - from project leasing to tenant representation.

We have specialized groups that cater for clients’ needs, driven by technology and sustainability - they allow us to provide the precise resources and solutions.

Nominated for: Property Management Team of the Year

Nominated for: Valuation Team of the Year

Nominated for: Sustainability Award

International Commerce Centre

Nominated for: Best Deal of the Year

Nominated for: Corporate Social Responsibility Project of the Year

Link Sustainability Lab

Nominated for: Refurbishment/Revitalisation Team of the Year

Lok Fu Place, Wong Tai Sin, HK.

Nominated for: Facilities Management Team of the Year

The Metropolis Tower

Nominated for: Quantity Surveying Team of the Year

Nominated for: Property Management Team of the Year

The Center

Nominated for: Sustainability Award

Driving Sustainability Through Tenant Engagement and Digitalisation

Nominated for: Quantity Surveying Team of the Year

Nominated for: Research Team of the Year

Tender Price Index for Lift Works under LIMSS

Nominated for: Construction Project Management Team of the Year

Hong Kong Palace Museum

Nominated for: Corporate Social Responsibility Project of the Year

Wheelock Properties sets a role model in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), driving impactful changes for a more sustainable Hong Kong. Through the transformative power of the 5Es framework:

- Engaging diverse partners
- Extending enduring relationships
- Expanding impact
- Exchanging expertise
- Empowering future generations

Nominated for: Young Achiever of the Year

Nominated for: Woman of the Built Environment Award

Nominated for: Young Achiever of the Year

Sponsors

Headline Sponsor

Hongkong Land Limited

Hongkong Land is a major listed property investment, management and development group. The Group owns and manages more than 850,000 sq. m. of prime office and luxury retail assets in key Asian cities, principally Hong Kong, Singapore, Beijing and Jakarta. Its properties hold industry leading green building certifications and attract the world’s foremost companies and luxury brands. The Group also has a number of high-quality residential, commercial, and mixed-use projects under development in cities across China and Southeast Asia, including a 43% interest in a 1.1 million sq. m. mixed-use project in West Bund, Shanghai. Its subsidiary, MCL Land, is a well-established residential developer in Singapore. Hongkong Land Holdings Limited is incorporated in Bermuda and has a primary listing in the standard segment of the London Stock Exchange, with secondary listings in Bermuda and Singapore. The Group’s assets and investments are managed from Hong Kong by Hongkong Land Limited. Hongkong Land is a member of the Jardine Matheson Group.

Premium Sponsor

Wheelock Properties (Hong Kong) Limited

Premium Sponsor

Henderson Land Development

Gold Sponsor

The Hong Kong Jockey Club

Gold Sponsor

CBRE

Gold Sponsor

Swire Properties

Silver Sponsor

ChampionREIT

Silver Sponsor

LINK

Silver Sponsor

Turner & Townsend

Silver Sponsor

Urban Renewal Authority

Nominations are now closed, and our panel of judges are now evaluating all submissions.

Shortlisted candidates will be announced on 21 August 2023.

The winners will be revealed at the official ceremony dinner on 13 October 2023.

Team Awards
Special Category Team Awards
Individual Awards

Category

Description

Criteria

Agency Team of the Year

This award acknowledges companies, teams and/or consortia demonstrating excellence in providing agency services related to the acquisition, sale, or leasing of properties in the office, retail, industrial or residential sectors.

· Professionalism – 30%

· Outcome and achievement – 25%

· Teamwork – 25%

· Innovation – 10%

· Sustainability – 10%

Best Deal of the Year

Nominated transaction must BE from a project which satisfies the date requirement in the “Entry rules and procedures”.

Nominated transaction can be related to leasing, buying or selling.

· Professionalism – 30%

· Outcome and achievement – 25%

· Teamwork – 25%

· Innovation – 10%

· Sustainability – 10%

Additional criteria

Outcome and achievement

· Challenges to be measured according to time, price, complexity, market reputation, pioneering methods and innovation. The measurements shall not be limited to sales volume.

Construction Project Management Team of the Year

Nominated team may be an inhouse team or the service

provider or contractors of a construction project

• Nomination must cover a construction project that satisfies the date requirement in the “Award Entry Rules”.

• Major functions of the nominated team should be in quality control, time management and budget control, etc.

· Professionalism – 30%

· Outcome and achievement – 25%

· Teamwork – 25%

· Innovation – 10%

· Sustainability – 10%

Additional criteria

Teamwork

· Demonstration of collaboration with various stakeholders in the construction project to avoid and resolve disputes and ensure delivery of project outputs against timelines.

Innovation & technology

· Demonstration of development and use of innovative materials.

· Use of construction technology to increase productivity, promote innovation, safety and raise output quality.

· Use of smart information technology for site safety management, project management and contract administration.

Outcome & achievement

· Demonstration of client satisfaction as to quality, time and cost.

· Demonstration of fairness and sensibility in the administration of contracts as between various stakeholders.

· Demonstration of implementation and achievement of site safety and environmental management plan.

Sustainability

· Demonstration of special design/materials used in the building and/or construction site management to improve sustainability of the development.

Corporate Social Responsibility Project of the Year

Nominated project and major/key team member must operate or be located in Hong Kong.

• Nominated project must show a well-rounded application of corporate social responsibility values and ideas.

· Professionalism – 30%

· Outcome and achievement – 25%

· Teamwork – 25%

· Innovation – 10%

· Sustainability – 10%

Additional criteria

Professionalism

· The use of professional expertise relevant to the discipline to ensure meeting a global standard in corporate social responsibility.

· Adoption of sustainable development principles.

Outcome and achievement

· Project shows best practices in planning and construction.

· Creates better places and spaces for community, environment and future generations.

Teamwork

· Effective coordination of skillsets among members of the team, and with cooperating parties.

Innovation and technology

· Were there any new and innovative technological approaches adopted to achieve CSR goals

Facilities Management Team of the Year

Awarded to a company, team or consortia responsible for the delivery of outstanding facilities management services. These services might ensure functionality, comfort, safety and/or efficiency of the built environment by integrating people, place, process and/or technology. The award is open to facilities management service providers or teams within property owner organisations who are delivering services in-house.

· Professionalism – 30%

· Outcome and achievement – 25%

· Teamwork – 25%

· Innovation – 10%

· Sustainability – 10%

Property Management Team of the Year

Awarded to a company, team or consortia responsible for outstanding tenant relationship management, financial management and asset management.

Nominated team may be a service provider or the inhouse team of a property owner.

· Professionalism – 30%

· Outcome and achievement – 25%

· Teamwork – 25%

· Innovation – 10%

· Sustainability – 10%

Quantity Surveying Team of the Year

Celebrating the success of quantity surveyors, this award recognises teams engaged in outstanding quantity surveying projects including but not limited to cost planning, tax depreciation, and contract management.

· Professionalism – 30%

· Outcome and achievement – 25%

· Teamwork – 25%

· Innovation – 10%

· Sustainability – 10%

Additional criteria

Innovation

· Demonstration of use of smart technologies (e.g. BIM) for better cost control / planning and contract management

Refurbishment/Revitalisation Team of the Year

Nominated team may be an inhouse team of a property

owner or a service provider.

• Nomination must cover one project or initiative which demonstrates the refurbishment or revitalisation of an existing building asset.

Nomination should highlight professionalism, value and improvement, such as any major breakthrough in respective field.

· Professionalism – 30%

· Outcome and achievement – 25%

· Teamwork – 25%

· Innovation – 10%

· Sustainability – 10%

Additional criteria

Professionalism

· Demonstration of using professional expertise relevant to enhance the property into better standards/design/ facilities.

Outcome and achievement

· Additions and alterations of the building to provide better appearance, circulation, space planning and attraction of users.

· Revitalisation of the building with new usage to meet the market demand and, as a result, lead to an increase in property/rental value.

· Demonstration of how to deliver a cost-effective option for the alterations by using life cycle costing.

· Consideration of design for safety and ease of maintenance.

· Demonstration of creating better places and spaces for future generations.

Research Team of the Year

Nominated team must focus on technology research or application of technology which can benefit the building/surveying industry as a whole.

• Nominated team must operate or station in Hong Kong.

Nomination must cover a research project that satisfies the completion/launch date requirement in the “Award Entry Rules”.

· Professionalism – 30%

· Outcome and achievement – 25%

· Teamwork – 25%

· Innovation – 10%

· Sustainability – 10%

Additional criteria

Professionalism

· Analytical nature and methodology: quantity and quality of data, analytical methods and objectivity of methods.

· Presentation of expertise content: insight of research findings, format of the report.

Outcome & achievement

· Demonstration of delivering trusted data and insights to create transparency and confidence for the built and natural environments.

· Demonstrate relevance of research insight to technology and built environment.

Valuation Team of the Year

This award recognises teams involved in valuation services which uphold international standards and give confidence to end-users for their objectivity, independence and reliability on both commercial and/or residential projects.

· Professionalism – 30%

· Outcome and achievement – 25%

· Teamwork – 25%

· Innovation – 10%

· Sustainability – 10%

Category

Description

Criteria

Sustainability Award

This award demonstrates how innovation, design or construction techniques have been utilised by a team or client to address environmental challenges and improve the sustainability of the project outcome.

· Sustainability – 40%

· Outcome and achievement – 20%

· Professionalism – 20%

· Teamwork – 10%

· Innovation – 10%

Category	Description	Criteria
Young Achiever of the Year	The future of our profession rests on the shoulders of emerging professionals. The Young Achiever of the Year Award acknowledges one outstanding individual who has achieved excellence in their field. The individual selected will embody the highest standards of professionalism, be a role-model for their peers and be capable of making an outstanding contribution to the profession in the course of their future career. The individual must be 35 years old or younger during the 2022 calendar year (i.e. he/she must be born on or after 1 January 1987).	· Outcome and achievement – 40% · Professionalism – 30% · Innovation – 20% · Sustainability – 10%
Woman of the Built Environment Award	The Woman of the Built Environment award recognises the outstanding contributions and achievements of senior women to our industry. The award celebrates inspirational role models to inspire the next generation of diverse professionals. Women from all disciplines of the industry are encouraged to enter.	· Outcome and achievement – 40% · Professionalism – 30% · Innovation – 20% · Sustainability – 10% Additional criteria: · Recognised outstanding performance and achievement in the workplace. · Recognised contribution to the profession and the wider community.
Lifetime Achievement Award	Recognising commitment to RICS and the wider profession, the Lifetime Achievement Award is the most prestigious award for built environment professionals. The presentation of this award is subject to the determination of the judging panel that the recipient is worthy of this significant honour.	RICS will provide recommendation(s) on the worthy recipient for the judging panel’s consideration. Assessed on individual merit: · Have they contributed significantly to the profession? How? · Have they contributed significantly to RICS? How? · What have they done for the future of the profession? · How have they displayed exemplary professionalism throughout their career?

The judging panel will consider nominations against the following criteria, weighted based on the category of the award.

All nominations should demonstrate a commitment to professional ethics and a commitment to the highest ideals of professionalism.

Team Awards

Nominations in the team awards category are assessed with a weighting against five categories:

•   Professionalism – 30%
•   Outcome and achievement – 25%
•   Teamwork – 25%
•   Innovation – 10%
•   Sustainability – 10%

Special Category Team Awards

Sustainability Award

Nominations for the Sustainability Award category are assessed with a weighting against five categories:

•   Sustainability – 40%
•   Outcome and achievement – 20%
•   Professionalism – 20%
•   Teamwork – 10%
•   Innovation – 10%

Individual Awards

Nominations in the individual award categories are assessed alongside two overarching criteria:

• Recognised outstanding performance and achievement in the workplace; and
• Recognised contribution to the profession and the wider community with a weighting against four categories, which are:

o   Outcome and achievement – 40%
o   Professionalism – 30%
o   Innovation – 20%
o   Sustainability – 10%

Professionalism

•   Use of surveying knowledge and/or professional expertise in areas such as technical, financial, legal, environmental, building regulation, sustainability and restoration where applicable, to achieve outcomes.
•   Demonstrated adherence to RICS ethics.
•   Demonstration of using the most appropriate procurement method for engaging contractors and suppliers (if applicable).
•   Demonstration of the ability to resolve disputes.
•   Demonstration of how international standards have been adopted will be an advantage.

Outcome and achievement

•   Measurable success of nominated initiative(s)/project(s)/team(s) against a predefined target.
•   Challenges overcome in the process relative to complexity. What were the unique challenges? How were these challenges overcome?
•   Cost effectiveness. How was cost managed effectively against a target?
•   Client satisfaction and positive social impact.
•   Timely completion. Demonstration of how the project was managed effectively with respect to time.
•   How was disruption to the ‘neighbours’ minimised?
•   Submission of letter(s) of commendation will be highly regarded.

Teamwork

•   Effective coordination of skillsets among team members and with stakeholders.
•   Demonstration of change management process and minimising disruption.
•   Demonstration of stakeholder management and communication.
•   Resources optimisation. How were resources effectively pulled and utilised to overcome the identified challenges and difficulties against a predefined target?
•   Demonstration of commitment to diversity and inclusion of the team or project will be highly regarded.

Innovation

•   Was an innovative approach used to deliver the outcome?
•   Was an innovative outcome generated?
•   How was technology applied to deliver the outcome?
•   Was any innovative technology applied to enhance site safety (if applicable)?
•   Was any smart information technology applied for document control and communication to enhance productivity?
•   Could any aspects of this project(s) contribute to industry best practice?

Sustainability

•   Quantitative analysis on ESG considerations and achievements.
•   Demonstration of creating better places and spaces for future generations.
•   Demonstrated adoption of sustainable development principles.
•   Social Impact. How did the nominated team promote and educate stakeholders about sustainability in the community and improve the community more broadly?

Team and company awards

Nominated project(s) and major/key team member(s) must be located or operated in the Awards region being submitted for.
Nominations can be made by the nominee (team, company or consortia) or a third party.
The project(s) which is the subject of the nomination must have been worked on within the 2022 calendar year, though not necessarily completed.
Nominations must be based on at least one but no more than three projects within the calendar year (nominating party to select).
A company may submit a joint nomination however, where a joint nomination is submitted a subsequent, stand-alone application from the same company, on the same project(s) and in the same category is not allowed.
Nominations must be submitted via the online submission platform. Where multiple nominations are being submitted by the one organisation, a separate online submission will need to be completed for each nomination.
Nomination must be accompanied by a 100-word summary for marketing purposes.
Other relevant supporting materials/documents are optional but welcomed. These should be limited to a maximum of five additional photographs, three additional pieces of supporting material/documents and three testimonials. (Documents and testimonials should be in PDF format.)
A logo must be provided as well as a photo of the team or individual nominated. This will be used for marketing purposes and during award presentations.
Information provided within the submission may be used by RICS for the purpose of the judging or promotion of the Awards. Any confidential information must be clearly stated within the submission.
The jury panel’s decision on eligibility of the nominations shall be final and is non appealable.
Any category which receives less than 2 nominations will not be awarded a winner, exceptions made at the Judge’s discretion.

Individual awards

Nominated individual must be currently located/operating/have worked in the Awards region being submitted for.
worked on within the 2022 calendar year, though not necessarily completed. However, submissions for the Woman of the Built Environment Award and Lifetime Achievement Award can reference achievements throughout the nominee’s entire career.
Nominations must be based on at least one but no more than three project(s) (nominating party to select).
Nominations must be submitted via the online submission form. Where multiple nominations are being submitted by the one organisation, a separate online submission form will need to be completed for each nomination.
Nomination must be accompanied by a 100-word summary for marketing purposes.
Nomination must be accompanied by at least 1 testimonial from a client, colleague or peer. (Testimonials should be in PDF format.)
Nomination must be accompanied by a short video of the nominee (maximum 2 minutes).
Other relevant supporting materials/documents are optional but welcomed. These should be limited to a maximum of five additional photographs, three additional pieces of supporting material/documents and two additional testimonials. (Documents and testimonials should be in PDF format.)
A logo must be provided as well as a photo of the individual nominated. This will be used for marketing purposes and during award presentations.
Information provided within the submission may be used by RICS for the purpose of the judging or promotion of the Awards. Any confidential information must be clearly stated within the submission.
The jury panel’s decision on eligibility of the nominations shall be final and is non appealable.
Any category which receives less than 2 nominations will not be able to award a winner, exceptions made at the Judge’s discretion.

Young Achiever of the Year Award

In addition to the individual award criteria, the Young Achiever of the Year must have been born on or after 1 January 1987 (i.e. be aged 35 or under during the 2022 calendar year) to be eligible.
Nominees for the Young Achiever of the Year Award may be invited for an interview with the judging panel, at the judge’s discretion.

Nomination check list

•   An online submission is completed for each nomination.
•   For team awards, at least one but no more than three projects have been included in the nomination.
•   For team awards, the nomination is accompanied by at least 1 photograph of the team/individuals nominated (for marketing use), a 100 word summary of the nomination (for marketing use) and includes a copy of the nominee’s company logo (as appropriate).
•   For individual awards, the nomination is accompanied by at least 1 photograph of the individual nominated (for marketing use), a 100 word summary of the nomination (for marketing use), at least 1 testimonial, a short introductory video of the nominee and a copy of the nominee’s company logo (as appropriate).
•   Supporting material may include testimonials, photographs, technical documentation, media clippings, floor plans, etc. to support the adjudication process.
•   Supporting material is limited to a maximum of five additional photographs, three additional pieces of relevant material/documents and three testimonials.
•   Confidential information is clearly labelled ‘RICS Awards in Confidence’.

“As ever, the quality of nominations in 2023 has continued to exceed expectations. The diverse nature of the nominees demonstrates the need for both public and private sectororganisations to work together to deliver a wide variety of exciting and challenging projects. As with previous years the team and individual nominations have demonstratedhigh degrees of professionalism, teamwork, adherence to ethical standards and desire to apply innovations and technologies to overcome today’s urgent challenges in construction, operations, sustainability and CSR. The high-quality nominations of women and young leaders was particularly encouraging for the future of our profession.”

Mr Dave Hallam MRICS

Chair of the Judging Panel

Judging Panel

Dave is Managing Director of Asia Infrastructure Solutions Hong Kong, previously leading the Arcadis Design & Engineering business and was the former head of Business Advisory for Arcadis Consultancy. 

Dave moved to Hong Kong from the UK in 2010 to take up the role of Operations Director for the outsourced Real Estate and Project Delivery function of a major Financial Institution in Hong Kong. 

Dave has over 25 years’ experience providing Construction and Project Management expertise on major capital programmes of work and complex projects worldwide. Notable organisations Dave has worked with include HKSAR Gov, consulting on their project and operational strategy, plus numerous private sector clients providing support in complex project delivery and the integration of whole lifecycle solutions. 

Dave has spent the last 15 years in various executive leadership roles in the UK and Asia including project operations, market & client development and financial performance. 

He has been a Professional member of the RICS since 1998, and currently chairs the Hong Kong RICS Advisory Board. In addition, Dave was the President of IFMA (HK Chapter) in the Chapter Year of 14/15 and previously chaired the regional APAC Advisory Board.

Justina Chiu has been the CEO of Fortune REIT since 2015 and an Executive Director since 2010.  She is responsible for the overall performance and direction of Fortune REIT (778.HK).

Ms. Chiu holds a Master of Science degree in Real Estate Economics and Finance, a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and Finance, a Postgraduate Certificate in Laws and a Postgraduate Diploma in Law. She is also a solicitor of the High Court of the HKSAR, a CFA Charterholder, a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and a fellow member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors.

Alan Child is a Chartered Surveyor with over 35 years’ professional experience in Hong Kong, both in government and the private sectors. He advises in the areas of land development, valuation and lease modification; land acquisition; feasibility assessment; land grants; lease negotiations and aspects of due diligence for public and private funds.

Alan specialises particularly in Government land negotiations and consultancy. He acted as Land Advisor to KCRC for the development of their West and East rail projects where he was responsible for the acquisition of all land for over 50km of rail lines and for the planning of integrated developments which included over 40,000 residential units. He has advised many clients on the development of land and has negotiated with Government for land grants, lease modifications, land premium payments and on numerous rating valuation assessments. He has appeared in the Lands Tribunal as Expert Witness for one of the largest Rating Appeals in Hong Kong. He has also advised on one of Hong Kong’s largest Landlord and Tenant Rent Review Arbitrations. He acts as an Independent Expert Valuer for Rent Review & Lease Renewals.

"The RICS Hong Kong Awards recognises exceptional achievements in the real estate market, inspiring industry professionals to consistently strive for excellence and encouraging the development of sustainable and inclusive communities. It is an honour to serve as a judge for this year’s awards, and I look forward to contributing to its success."

Bella is currently the Director – Asset Management of Sino Land Company Limited overseeing the Asset Management of Sino Group’s portfolios in Hong Kong and in Mainland China covering retail, commercial, residential and industrial sectors.   She is currently a member of the Sustainability Committee of the Group.  Prior to joining Sino, she was the Director – Leasing and Management of a blue chip listed company managing the operations of the entire Hong Kong portfolio.  She revamped the iconic and prestigious mall in Hong Kong– Peak Galleria and promoted it as one of the most attractive destination to all travelers worldwide.

She came from a legal background and was the Company Secretary, General Counsel and Assistant Director of a blue-chip listed company where she oversaw human resources, sustainability, legal and company secretarial matters.   She led the company to become a constituent member of Dow Jones Sustainability Index (Asia Pacific) and to win the Best Corporate Governance Excellence Award (top tier companies) and the “Sustainability Excellence” award held by Chamber of Hong Kong Listed Companies.

Currently, she is the Honorary Secretary of The Institute of Shopping Centre Management. She is appointed as the member of the Financial Reporting Review Panel of Financial Reporting Council. Bella is a solicitor qualified to practice in Hong Kong and holds an Executive Master of Business Administration from Chinese University of Hong Kong.

Clement Lau is the former President of RICS and head judge of 2021 & 2022 Awards Hong Kong.

This recognises his active promotion of professionalism across the built environment throughout his career, most recently in his current role as Director and Head of Development and Valuations for Commercial Property at Hongkong Land Ltd. Clement has also served as Chair of both the RICS Hong Kong Board and the RICS Asia Regional Board. In addition, he sits on the Hong Kong Foundation Board of The University of New South Wales, Australia. He is determined to extend the reach and influence of RICS’ thought leadership and to drive the organisation’s digital capability during his Presidency.

"The RICS Awards Hong Kong recognise the outstanding achievements by individual professionals and organisations across our built and natural environments. Let’s celebrate and promote their contributions to our community."

Mr LAU Chun Kong is the Managing Director of Colliers Hong Kong and Managing Director of Asia Valuation and Advisory Services, responsible for promoting the growth of Colliers’ business in Hong Kong and heading the Asia Valuation and Advisory Services business. He is a chartered valuation surveyor, and a Past President and Fellow of the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors. He has a wide breath of experience in property valuation, real estate consultancy and investment sales market.

Mr Lau is a member of the Hong Kong Housing Authority and its Tender Committee, the Trade and Industry Advisory Board, the Lantau Development Advisory Committee, and the Expert Advisory Panel for Study on the Artificial Islands in the Central Waters. He also serves as an advisor to Our Hong Kong Foundation and a member of the Tangible Assets Standards Board of the International Valuation Standards Council.

“The RICS Awards recognise marvellous industry achievements, teamwork and companies.  I am very honoured to be part of the Jury panel and excited to know the inspirational initiatives and successes from individuals and organizations in our industry. “

Francis LO is the Senior Manager, Portfolio at Swire Properties Limited, managing and realising the Placemaking strategy at Taikoo Place while devising sustainable & innovative solutions for her clients.

As a Swire Management Programme Executive, Francis has held positions in Swire's residential sales, development & valuation, and asset management departments in the Chinese Mainland and Hong Kong.

Francis holds a BSc in Business Administration and a BA in International Relations from the University of Southern California, an MSc in Real Estate from The University of Hong Kong and an MBA from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.  She is a member of the RICS and the HKIS.

She is a founding member of the RICS D&I Professional Group, two-time Annual Dinner host and chair at the RICS Annual Conference.  Francis is the recipient of the RICS Young Achiever of the Year Award in 2022.

"The RICS Awards serves as our industry’s pinnacle in achievements.  I am humbled and excited to be amongst industry veterans to help showcase the build environment’s leading achievements, as well as recognise the teams and individuals who have demonstrated the highest standards of professionalism."

Hendrik TIEBEN is an urban designer, researcher, and educator devoted to the creation of sustainable, healthy, and inclusive cities. He is a Professor and Director of the School of Architecture at the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK). Over the last years, he developed a series of public space and placemaking projects to empower local communities. The projects have been featured in international publications and exhibitions. During the pandemic he developed with the Journal of Public Space the project “2020: A Year without Public Space under the COVID19 Pandemic” with over 100 speakers from six continents. Most recently in 2023, Hendrik Tieben, has been one of the curators of the Transformative Hong Kong exhibition, representing the city at the 18th Architecture Biennale in Venice.

Kevin joined Balfour Beatty, a shareholder of Gammon, in Hong Kong in 1996 and moved to Gammon in 2004 where he held a number of senior roles. Kevin was then appointed Chief Executive of The Jardine Engineering Corporation in 2018 where he was responsible for all businesses across Asia. He re-joined Gammon as the Chief Executive in 2021.

Kevin has over 30 years’ extensive management experience in the construction and engineering industry covering both the private and public sectors. He is a fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and a member of the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors.

He is the Chairman of the Business Environment Council.

Professor K. W. Chau is a currently Chair Professor of the Department of Real Estate and Construction and Director of the Ronald Coase Centre for Property Rights Research at The University of Hong Kong. His main areas of research include real estate finance and economics, real estate price index, construction economics and urban analysis. Most of his works are empirical studies with implications for policy makers and practitioners. He received the International Real Estate Society Achievement Award in 1999. He founded Asian Real Estate Society in 1996 and served as the first President (1996-7). He also served as President of the International Real Estate Society (2000-1). He was elected as President of the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors (2009-10).

Professor Chau has many years of experience in real estate research and consultancy. He has done many consultancy works for private and public organizations.

Sr Paul Wong, a Registered Professional Surveyor (QS), has more than 30 years of experience in quantity surveying, contract administration, and project management in Hong Kong and Macau. He holds a Master of Science in Construction Management from City University of Hong Kong. Paul has worked for consultants and contractors on various projects, including residential, commercial, industrial, hotel, and institutional projects. Currently, he is the Director & General Manager of Tactful Building Co., Ltd., and is registered as an Authorized Signatory under the category of Registered General Building Contractor in the Buildings Department. Paul actively participates in community service by serving on different boards, committees, and panels of various organizations in Hong Kong. He is the President of the Hong Kong Institute of Surveyors and has received recognition for his contributions to the industry, including the Construction Contract Administrator Grand Award (Addition and Alteration Works Category) of the Construction Management Award 2016.

"As one of the judges of the RICS Annual Awards Hong Kong, I am delighted to see the remarkable achievements and outstanding talents in the built environment industry of Hong Kong. It is truly inspiring to witness the contributions of professional surveyors in shaping the built environment of major cities globally, and I am honored to be part of this esteemed event."

Ir Thomas HO is the Chairman of the Construction Industry Council (CIC). The mission of CIC is to CONNECT, LEAD and EXCEL. He possesses over 40 years of experience in construction industry. He has been dedicated to spearheading project management and general management, safety initiatives, sustainable development and innovation excellence in the construction industry. He is recognised by the industry as the figurehead in promoting excellence in construction management, safety leadership, as well as sustainable and quality construction. After joining CIC, he promoted Mi-Infinity and Integrated Common Data Environments, he also insisted Design for Safety, High Productivity and Sustainability in the future of Construction. Livability and Well-being will be the ultimate game. In recognition of his advanced mindset in advocating innovative and green construction initiatives, Ir HO received the Outstanding Achievement Award from Hong Kong Institute of Construction Managers in 2018.

Mr Edward Tse is currently the Director of the Architectural Services Department (ArchSD). In the past 30 years of his service in the Government, Mr Tse also served in the then Environment, Transport and Works Bureau and the Development Bureau from mid-2004 to end of 2009. During his tenure in the ArchSD, Mr Tse worked on a wide spectrum of projects covering the development and construction of leisure, recreational, sports, cultural, environmental and health care facilities.

Mr Tse now oversees a vast portfolio of new projects of different nature and the upkeeping of government facilities, including the 10-year Hospital Development Plan, law court buildings, projects under the ‘single site, multiple use’ initiative at Tseung Kwan O town centre and the Anderson Road Quarry, automated car parking systems at mixed used development projects, etc. He also actively promotes the adoption of Modular Integrated Construction (MiC) and Multi-trade Integrated Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MIMEP) techniques for offices, schools and government quarters to improve buildability, safety and speed of construction.

Mr Tse continues to steer his project teams in ArchSD to make improvement on public works through the application of new technologies and innovative solutions to provide a better living environment for public enjoyment in Hong Kong.

“RICS HK Award 2023 showcases the great competence and achievement of the professionals and projects in delivering a high quality standard within the real estate and construction industry. I am greatly honoured and excited to be part of the Jury panel this year again. May I wish every success to RICS HK Awards 2023 and look forward to hearing the stories of success from the nominees.”

Ms Yu is currently the Director of Buildings. She has been working in the government for over 20 years, mainly in the administration of the Buildings Ordinance on the control of new private building developments and existing private buildings. Prior to joining the government in 1996, Ms YU has worked in the private sector as an architect.

"The prestigious RICS Annual Awards recognise and promote the achievements of our practitioners in their many different roles and responsibilities. It is my great honour to serve as member of the Jury Panel for the Awards this year."

Hong Kong Awards 2023

2023 Winners

Dr. Chan Ka-Kui, GBS, JP

Agency Team of the Year

CBRE Advisory (Hong Kong) Limited - Capital Markets

Best Deal of the Year

CBRE, Weave Living, PGIM Real Estate and Mayer Brown

Construction Project Management Team of the Year

Architectural Services Department, HKSAR Government

West Kowloon Cultural District Authority, Rider Levett Bucknall Ltd., Rocco Design Architects Associates Ltd., ARUP, China State Construction Engg.(HK) Ltd.

Corporate Social Responsibility Project of the Year

Link Asset Management Limited

Facilities Management Team of the Year

iREC

Property Management Team of the Year

Savills Property Management Limited

Quantity Surveying Team of the Year

Rider Levett Bucknall Ltd.

Refurbishment/Revitalisation Team of the Year

Chinachem Group

Research Team of the Year

Urban Renewal Authority

Sustainability Award

Henderson Land Development Company Limited

Swire Properties

Valuation Team of the Year

Colliers

Woman of the Built Environment Award

Hannah Jeong MRICS

Phoebe Yee MRICS

Young Achiever of the Year

Chan Tak Chuen MRICS

Agency Team of the Year

CBRE Advisory (Hong Kong) Limited - Advisory & Transaction Services - Industrial & Logistics Services

JLL

Best Deal of the Year

CBRE Advisory (Hong Kong) Limited

Knight Frank

Sino Group, BDx, Cushman & Wakefield

Construction Project Management Team of the Year

Henderson Land Development Company Limited

Corporate Social Responsibility Project of the Year

Champion REIT

Facilities Management Team of the Year

Prosperity Real Estate Investment Trust

Property Management Team of the Year

Harriman Property Management Limited - One Midtown

JLL

Quantity Surveying Team of the Year

Architectural Services Department, HKSAR Government

Turner & Townsend Limited

Refurbishment/Revitalisation Team of the Year

Refurbishment/Revitalisation Team of the Year

CITIC Pacific Limited

Link Asset Management Limited

Research Team of the Year

Arcadis Consultancy Hong Kong Limited

Colliers

Sustainability Award

Kai Shing Management Services Limited

Valuation Team of the Year

Cushman & Wakefield

JLL

Young Achiever of the Year

Chan Hiuming MRICS

Richmond Liu MRICS

Vivian James MRICS

2023 Finalists

Arcadis Consultancy Hong Kong Limited

Architectural Services Department, HKSAR Government

CBRE

CBRE, Weave Living, PGIM Real Estate and Mayer Brown

Champion REIT

Chinachem Group

CITIC Pacific Limited

Colliers

Cushman & Wakefield, Sino Group, BDx

Cushman & Wakefield

Harriman Property Management Limited- One Midtown

Henderson Land Development Company Limited