Build an Inclusive Workplace and Society
Empowering Our People
At the ArchSD, we recognise the importance of cultivating a highly skilled workforce to serve our clients and the community effectively. Amidst rapid climate changes, technological advancements and evolving user expectations, we empower our staff through continuous learning, collaboration, and a culture of innovation, enhancing their knowledge, skills, safety and wellness. This commitment enables our staff to deliver exceptional services and create sustainable facilities that benefit future generations.
Our talent strategies are based on meritocracy and equal opportunity, ensuring open and fair competition. In alignment with the Government’s guidelines and practices, we enforce a zero-tolerance policy against discrimination in all forms, including disability, gender, marital status, pregnancy, age, family status, sexual orientation, and race. By fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace, we equip all employees with opportunities to excel – professionally and personally.
Staff Development and Knowledge Management
In today’s rapidly evolving architectural and construction landscape, we place our people at the heart of progress. Through cutting-edge skills development, collaborative knowledge sharing and championing innovation, we empower our team to anticipate industry shifts, leverage emerging technologies, and deliver smart, low-carbon and people-centric buildings for the future.
In 2024 we continued to keep our staff abreast of smart and advanced construction technologies – including BIM, DfMA, MiC and MiMEP – through diverse training programmes, Innovative Construction Focus Group activities, and active engagement and collaboration with industry, academia and professional institutions in Hong Kong and the Mainland.
Training programmes are tailored to the unique needs of each staff member through a diverse array of platforms and formats. These include academic lectures, structured classroom training, workshops and seminars, symposiums, overseas visits, on-the-job training, coaching and mentoring sessions, e-learning modules and competitions.
We also foster learning, innovation and collaboration through the one-stop Knowledge Management (KM) Portal. This cross-disciplinary platform is designed to advance knowledge sharing and drive excellence in sustainable operations and organisational practices. To enhance sustainability knowledge and skills, we organised an interactive introductory workshop on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs), emerging megatrends and key industry challenges. Through engaging game-based learning and activities, participants deepened their understanding of ArchSD’s sustainability initiatives and achievements while brainstorming actionable ideas to advance ArchSD’s strategic goals.
Interactive sustainability workshop on the UNSDGs, megatrends and industry challenges.
To facilitate knowledge and experience sharing among site supervisory staff and technical officers, thematic videos are developed in the KM Portal covering various construction aspects – including installation, testing, commissioning, site safety, health, environmental protection, design drawings and software simulation – for application across New Building Works, Building Services and Facility Upkeep.
Training Hours per Staff
Summary of Training Activities
| Type | Number of Trainees | Number of Training Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Leadership & Management Skills | 88 | 1 977 |
| Professional & Vocational Training | 13 114 | 45 000 |
| Career Development | 1 473 | 10 739 |
| Total | 14 675 | 57 715 |
Staff Well-Being
We cultivate a vibrant and inclusive workplace where staff thrive through wellness activities, work-life balance, and teamwork that fosters pride in their work.
Diverse staff-led sports and recreational activities throughout the year enriched our healthy and joyful culture, fostering unity and reinforcing ArchSD’s dedication to community service and environmental contributions.
ArchSD Annual Dinner
CarouGive (Swap for Good Circularity Event)
Shatin Dragon Boat Race 2024
Development Bureau Football Competition 2024
Greater Bay Area Technical Visit and Study Tour
ArchSD Mentorship Programme
