About DPWH
About DPWH
About DPWH
The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) is one of the three departments of
the government undertaking major infrastructure projects. The DPWH is mandated to
undertake (a) the planning of infrastructure, such as national roads and bridges, flood
control, water resources projects and other public works, and (b) the design, construction,
and maintenance of national roads and bridges, and major flood control systems.
FUNCTIONS
The Department of Public Works and Highways functions as the engineering and construction
arm of the Government tasked to continuously develop its technology for the purpose of
ensuring the safety of all infrastructure facilities and securing for all public works and
highways the highest efficiency and quality in construction. DPWH is currently responsible for
the planning, design, construction and maintenance of infrastructure, especially the national
highways, flood control and water resources development system, and other public works in
accordance with national development objectives.
VISION
By 2030, DPWH is an effective and efficient government agency, improving the life of every
Filipino through quality infrastructure.
MISSION
To provide and manage quality infrastructure facilities and services responsive to the needs
of the Filipino people in the pursuit of national development objectives.
QUALITY POLICY
We commit to comply with all requirements and to continually improve effectiveness and
efficiency in serving the public.
We endeavour to implement the RIGHT PROJECTS at the RIGHT COST determined through
transparent and competitive bidding; with the RIGHT QUALITY, according to international
standards; delivered RIGHT ON TIME through close monitoring of project implementation;
and carried out by the RIGHT PEOPLE who are competent and committed to uphold the
values of public service, integrity, professionalism, excellence, and teamwork.
CORE VALUES
PublicService
Integrity
Professionalism
Excellence
Teamwork