13/08/2026
[HKIS QSD CPD] A Full-House Night: Pioneering the Future of QS Practice with AI
On 10 August 2026, the HKIS Surveyors Learning Centre was packed to full capacity for a milestone CPD event: "The Milestone QS Research – AI-Driven HKSMM5 Intelligent Coding and Quantity Take-off."
Commissioned by the HKIS QSD Digitalisation Sub-committee, this research marks a major breakthrough in solving the "semantic gap" between BIM design models and HKSMM5 measurement logic.
The speakers delivered the initiative through a compelling "One Argument, Three Voices" narrative:
過去 PAST — 溫度 (Warmth) | Sr Sunny CHOI
Traced over a decade of relentless research and perseverance—from pioneering early 5D BIM frameworks in 2012 to today’s AI breakthrough. Highlighted that true digital transformation is driven by human vision and conviction, inspiring the QS profession to lead with confidence as DEVB TC(W) No. 1/2025 elevates BIM models into contractually binding tender information.
現在 PRESENT — 黏度 (Integration) | Mr Elvis LI
Unveiled the Hybrid AI Engine in action—masterfully blending the unwavering precision of deterministic rules with the intelligent reasoning of Large Language Models to solve complex, non-standard design inputs. Anchored by a 4-dimensional confidence system and Human-in-the-Loop control, it ensures that quantity surveyors retain absolute oversight and institutional trust.
未來 FUTURE — 速度 · 精準度 (Speed & Accuracy) | Sr Dr Paul HO
Shared compelling empirical proof from a complex structural model: completed standard measurement in a fraction of the time traditionally required, while achieving near-perfect precision—demonstrating how AI safely navigates complex data noise without compromising technical rigor.
A Honoured Community Gathering
We were privileged to welcome Hon Julia LAU (LegCo), Mr Alex HO (CIC), along with valued members and practitioners from ArchSD, HD, HKIA, and HKIS QSD.
Key Takeaway: AI is not here to replace QSs. By taking over routine element coding and take-offs, it empowers us to focus on high-value strategic auditing, cost planning, and contract management.
A big thank you to our speakers and everyone who joined us for this landmark session! 🥂✨