The government has unveiled new initiatives to strengthen Singapore’s built environment, including recommendations to improve the quantity surveying industry and lift professional standards for qualified persons (QPs).
The initiatives were announced by Second Minister for Finance and National Development Indranee Rajah at the International Built Environment Week (IBEW) Week 2026 Industry & Awards Dinner on 4 Sept. 2026.
Recommendations to strengthen the quantity surveying industry follow a six-month engagement period conducted by the Quantity Surveyors Workgroup with over 80 industry stakeholders. The workgroup has recommended initiatives structured around three priorities: attracting talent, developing and retaining professionals, and enhancing the business sustainability of quantity surveying firms.
