Abuja – December 04, 2023 – Viewpoint Housing News.
Members of the Nigerian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (NIQS) have inaugurated Kene Nzekwe as its 27th president. During the investiture ceremony last week, Nzekwe assumed leadership and vowed to protect public funds and finish the NIQS – Quantity Surveyors Registration Board of Nigeria (QSRBN) cost database. The database, he claimed, is essential for accurate cost prediction, data-driven decision making, and benchmarking against past data to find best practises..
In an effort to enhance the ethical behaviours and conduct of the members, Nzekwe pledged to see to it that the institute’s code of ethics and professional conduct are effectively implemented. We are committed to creating an atmosphere that is supportive of the Young Quantity Surveyors’ Forum (YQSF) and other institute organs, which are essential to the survival of our profession. We want to be recognized for our unshakable dedication to honesty, integrity, and professionalism. He remarked, “We need to give our young professionals the freedom to take the lead because they are our future.
He challenged every member to work together to realize his ambitions and vision. “We’ll gauge our success not just by how much our profession expands, but also by how much better our members’ lives are affected. He stated, “We have an obligation to society to maintain accountability and efficiency.
According to him, the role of a quantity surveyor has always been integral in infrastructure development, but in today’s fast-paced world, the profession has taken on a more pivotal role than ever before. “Quantity surveyors are not just individuals with calculators and spreadsheets.
“We are the architects of sustainable development, and the sentinels of ethical practice. Our ability to provide integrated cost management solutions is not just a necessity; it is a game-changer,” Nzekwe said.
He noted that the construction industry is evolving rapidly, with new trends and technologies emerging daily. “We must equip our members with the knowledge and skills to thrive in this changing landscape. Our journey towards sustainable infrastructure projects’ delivery requires a steadfast commitment to innovation.
“We must embrace cutting-edge technologies such as Building Information Modeling and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance the accuracy and cost management services.
“By doing so, we can mitigate the risks associated with cost overruns, delays, and surpass project outcomes.
“Therefore, we are committed to providing more structured and targeted capacity building for our members, enabling them to take advantage of new trends in the construction industry and improving employability and consultancy services engagement opportunities,” he added.
