THE Professional Regulatory Board of Civil Engineering (PRB-CE) has revoked the license of former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Bulacan District Engineer Henry Alcantara.
The decision stems from findings of gross unprofessional and unethical conduct related to his alleged involvement in the flood control controversy.
The PRB-CE’s decision follows the DPWH’s determination that Alcantara, in his former roles as district engineer, officer-in-charge, and assistant regional director, was administratively liable for grave offenses. These offenses concern the disbursement of public funds for non-existent or “ghost” infrastructure projects.
“In its review, the PRC PRB-CE gave primary weight to the DPWH’s Special Audit Report and Decision,” the board said.
“The Board established that Engineer Alcantara willfully approved payments for these ghost projects, an act that constitutes a severe breach of the Code of Ethics for Civil Engineers and a betrayal of public trust,” it added.
Alcantara is among the DPWH engineers implicated in the alleged kickback scheme and “ghost” flood control projects in Bulacan.
According to the PRB-CE, the former engineer has the option to file a motion for reconsideration with the board within 15 days. If the motion is denied, he retains the right to file a notice of appeal with the Commission Proper within 15 days from receipt of the resolution.
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