Jose Ramon Aliling
Jose Ramon Aliling | |
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.jpg) Aliling in 2025 | |
| 3rd Secretary of Human Settlements and Urban Development | |
| Assumed office May 26, 2025 | |
| President | Bongbong Marcos |
| Preceded by | Jose Acuzar |
| Undersecretary at the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development | |
| In office September 22, 2022 – May 25, 2025 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Jose Ramon P. Aliling |
| Alma mater | De La Salle University (BS) |
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| Awards | The Outstanding Young Men (TOYM) for Engineering (2015) |
Jose Ramon "Ping" P. Aliling is a Filipino civil engineer and businessman who has served as the third secretary of human settlements and urban development since 2025. He is concurrently the president and chief executive officer (CEO) of the construction firm Jose Aliling Construction Management Group (JACMI).
A graduate of De La Salle University, Aliling became the CEO of JACMI in 2007. He entered the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development in 2022 as an undersecretary, during which he promoted professional and social development programs. President Bongbong Marcos appointed him as the department's secretary in May 2025, during a major cabinet reshuffle.
Early life and career
[edit]Aliling attended De La Salle University, where he obtained a degree in civil engineering in 2002.[1] After graduating, Aliling joined the Jose Aliling Construction Management Group, which his father founded in 2003. He took over the company as chief executive officer (CEO) and president in 2007. The Jose Aliling Construction Management Inc. (JACMI) has since managed several projects, including the Shangri-La Resort and Spa in Boracay, Marco Polo Ortigas Manila, and Trinoma.[2][3] At age 26, he served as the youngest board adviser for the DLSU College of Engineering, becoming the youngest person to assume the role.[2] At age 29, he became the youngest President of the Construction Project Management Association of the Philippines.[4]
He introduced a customized Construction Management Manual and software platform that allowed for live video streaming from construction sites and real-time monitoring of project documents.[4][when?]
Undersecretary of Human Settlements and Urban Development (2022–2025)
[edit]On September 26, 2022, President Bongbong Marcos appointed Aliling as an undersecretary at the Department of Human Settlements and Urban Development (DHSUD).[5] He was tasked to focus on "construction management, engineering, and technical requirements" of the department's projects.[5] He also oversaw housing programs and urban development initiatives.[6]
During his tenure, Aliling has promoted professional and social development programs, including the “Probinsyanong Inhinyero” initiative, which supports engineering graduates from rural provinces. He has also contributed to various community efforts, including school support programs, church renovations, and health-related charitable events.[4]
Secretary of Human Settlements and Urban Development (since 2025)
[edit]Appointment and confirmation
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On May 23, 2025, President Marcos appointed Aliling as secretary of human settlements and urban development, succeeding Jose Acuzar as part of a major cabinet reshuffle.[7] Marcos cited an "underdelivery" with the department's targets as the reason for replacing Acuzar with Aliling.[8]
During proceedings for his confirmation, he laid out plans for an expansion of the department's Pambansang Pabahay Para sa Pilipino Program (lit. 'National Housing for Filipinos Program'; 4PH) mass housing program through the incorporation of "horizontal developments", "rental schemes", and "rehousing initiatives".[9][10][11] The Commission on Appointments approved his appointment without major debate on June 11.[12]
Tenure
[edit]Aliling assumed the position on May 26, 2025, in an ad interim capacity.[13] Upon assuming office, he pledged to fully digitalize DHSUD's services before the end of the Marcos administration in 2028.[14]
Awards and recognition
[edit]Aliling was awarded The Outstanding Young Men (TOYM) of the Philippines in 2015 for civil engineering.[15] He is the first civil engineer to receive this award in the category since the TOYM program began in 1959.[4] In 2021, he received the Lasallian Achievement Award from the De La Salle Alumni Association for his professional accomplishments.[1]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Aliling, Engr. Jose Ramon 'Ping' P." De La Salle Alumni Association. Retrieved May 24, 2025.
- ^ a b Lucas, Daxim (September 22, 2014). "Jose Aliling group takes the spotlight". Inquirer. Archived from the original on March 8, 2016. Retrieved May 24, 2025.
- ^ "JACMI raises the bar in construction management". The Philippine Star. August 22, 2014. Archived from the original on September 12, 2018. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
- ^ a b c d "Engr. Jose Ramon Aliling, DLSU CIV Alumnus is a TOYM 2015 awardee!". AnimoCIV News. December 8, 2015. Archived from the original on November 30, 2024. Retrieved May 24, 2025.
- ^ a b Recuenco, Aaron (September 26, 2022). "PBBM names 4 DHSUD Usecs to expedite addressing over 6M housing backlogs". Manila Bulletin.
- ^ "New housing czar named; Acuzar reassigned to Pasig River project". The Manila Times. May 23, 2025. Retrieved May 24, 2025.
- ^ Valente, Catherine S. (May 23, 2025). "New Housing czar named, Acuzar reassigned to Pasig River Rehabilitation project". The Manila Times. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
- ^ Gonzalez, Mia (May 23, 2025). "Housing czar Jerry Acuzar lost Cabinet post due to 'underdelivery' – Palace". RAPPLER. Archived from the original on May 23, 2025. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
- ^ Garner, Jom; Mago, Jason (June 12, 2025). "Aliling, Lazaro get CA nod". Daily Tribune. Retrieved June 12, 2025.
- ^ Araja, Rio N. (May 26, 2025). "Gov't to sustain, improve 4PH program—Aliling". Manila Standard. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
- ^ Marcelo, Elizabeth (May 28, 2025). "New DHSUD chief vows improved, expanded 4PH program". Philstar.com. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
- ^ Locus, Sundy (June 11, 2025). "CA confirms Aliling, Lazaro as DSHUD, DFA secretaries". GMA News Online. Retrieved June 12, 2025.
- ^ Mago, Jason (May 26, 2025). "Aliling assumes DHSUD post, vows zero tolerance for corruption". Daily Tribune. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
- ^ Recuenco, Aaron (May 27, 2025). "Aliling vows to fully digitalized DHSUD services before PBBM term ends". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved May 27, 2025.
- ^ "Senate fetes Ten Outstanding Young Men awardees". GMA News Online. January 26, 2016. Retrieved May 27, 2025.