ORMOC CITY– The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Leyte 4th District Engineering Office (DEO) successfully conducted the DPWH-Contractors’ PE Joint Workshop on June 9 and 11, 2026, at the 3rd Floor, New Building, DPWH Compound, Ormoc City.
According to OIC-District Engineer Peter Scheler V. Soco, the workshop was intended to ensure that DPWH engineers and contractors were on the same page when it came to project implementation. “If we improve our understanding of procedures and field practices, we can make better decisions on site and address issues more effectively,” he stated.
Day 1 featured discussions on Preconstruction Planning and Site Condition Assessment as well as Field Decisions Under Real Conditions. On Day 2, the topics were Quality Assurance: Field Decisions on Tests, Materials and Defects, Contract Management Documents as well as Progress Billing, As-Built Plans, and As-Staked Plans. The workshop concluded with an Integrated Tabletop Exercise which allowed participants to apply the concepts discussed through simulated project scenarios.
To complement the technical discussions, short sessions on the values of Accountability, Commitment and Dedication, and Unity were integrated throughout the program. At the end of the workshop, a short examination was also conducted.
During his closing remarks, OIC-Assistant District Engineer Jonathan A. Santiago thanked the participants for their active engagement and contribution to the success of the activity. “I encourage all of you to apply the knowledge and insights you gained here during this workshop so that we can continue delivering quality service to the public,” he said.
(PR)
