The Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) has announced a series of reassignments and designations affecting district and regional offices across the country, a move it said was aimed at strengthening transparency, efficiency, and continuity in public service.
In separate orders signed by Secretary Manuel Bonoan and published in the agency’s official website, the DPWH detailed the following personnel changes:
• Engr. Vivian G. Biaco was named Officer-in-Charge of the District Engineer’s Office in Catanduanes, Region V, replacing Engr. Simon N. Arias.
• Engr. Leonardo B. Gonzales was reassigned as Assistant District Engineer for Albay 2nd District, vice Engr. Joanne T. Morales.
• Engr. Joanne T. Morales moved to Albay 3rd District as Officer-in-Charge, Office of the Assistant District Engineer, vice Engr. Gonzales.
• Engr. Editha R. Babaran was designated Officer-in-Charge of the Regional Director’s Office for Region IV-B, replacing Engr. Gerald A. Pacanan, who was reassigned to the central office.
• Engr. Ronalyn P. Ubiña took over as Officer-in-Charge, Assistant Regional Director for Region II, vice Engr. Babaran.
“These assignments are part of the department’s ongoing organizational adjustments meant to ensure impartiality and effectiveness in project delivery,” the DPWH said.
The agency cited its authority under Executive Order No. 124, series of 1987, which empowers the Secretary of Public Works and Highways to designate officers-in-charge and reassign personnel “in the interest of service and good governance.”
DPWH emphasized that such changes are not unusual, describing them as routine measures to sustain operational stability. The department stressed its commitment to delivering “safe, reliable, and sustainable infrastructure” while upholding integrity and accountability.
Recent months have seen the agency under public scrutiny amid issues involving flood control projects and infrastructure quality. Officials said the reassignments will help maintain oversight and reinforce the agency’s credibility in meeting its mandate.
“The DPWH remains steadfast in ensuring that public funds are spent wisely for the benefit of the Filipino people,” the department added.
