CHAPTER No. 002

SEAD — Visayas Chapter

Chartered June 22, 2024

The official online home of the Structural Engineers Association of Davao, Inc. — Visayas Chapter: advancing the profession through continuing development and service to the community.

0Members

0Regions

0Provinces

2024Chartered

Chapter in Action

Moments from SEAD Visayas Chapter activities, seminars, and fellowship.

1 / 15

        
Professional DevelopmentContinuing education, seminars, and trainings that keep members at the forefront of structural engineering.

A Strong NetworkConnect with structural engineers across Regions 6, 7, 8, and the Negros Island Region.

Service to CommunityApplying engineering knowledge to build safer, more resilient communities across the Visayas.

News & Upcoming Events

View all →

Announcement Welcome to our new chapter website July 3, 2026

The SEAD Visayas Chapter is pleased to launch its official online home. Here you can apply for membership online, track your application st…

Areas We Serve

The provinces covered by the SEAD Visayas Chapter, grouped by region.

Region VIWestern Visayas

Aklan
Iloilo

Region VIICentral Visayas

Bohol
Cebu

Region VIIIEastern Visayas

Eastern Samar
Leyte
Northern Samar
Southern Leyte

Negros Island RegionRegion XVIII

Negros Occidental
Negros Oriental

Welcome

Whether you are applying for membership for the first time or upgrading your current membership, this portal will guide you through the process. Explore the tabs above to learn about the chapter, meet our officers, and get in touch.

News & Events

Announcements, activities, and upcoming seminars of the SEAD Visayas Chapter.

Announcements

July 3, 2026

Welcome to our new chapter website

The SEAD Visayas Chapter is pleased to launch its official online home. Here you can apply for membership online, track your application status, browse our members directory, and see the provinces our chapter serves across Regions VI, VII, and VIII, and the Negros Island Region.

Announcements and upcoming seminars will be posted on this page — please check back regularly, and follow us on Facebook for the latest updates.

About the Chapter

Chartered on June 22, 2024

The Structural Engineers Association of Davao, Inc. (SEAD) — Visayas Chapter (Chapter No. 002) is a professional organization of structural engineers serving the Visayas. Founded on its Vision and Mission, the chapter is dedicated to the advancement of its members through a continuing professional development program and to making significant contributions to the community using the knowledge and skills gained therein.

Our Vision

To be a premier community of competent, ethical, and socially responsible structural engineers in the Visayas — recognized for excellence in practice and dedication to public safety.

Our Mission

To advance the professional growth of our members through continuing education and training, uphold the highest standards of structural engineering practice, and contribute to safer, more resilient communities.

Officers & Board of Directors

Incumbent leadership of the SEAD Visayas Chapter — CY 2026–2027.

President

Dr. Alvin C. Soguilon, R.SEAD

Vice President

Engr. Ruel H. Cepeda, A.SEAD

Secretary

Engr. Christian S. Cabosura, R.SEAD

Treasurer

Engr. Rofel John Wong, R.SEAD

Auditor

Engr. Abel Espleguera, R.SEAD

PIO

Engr. Ric L. Gonzaga, R.SEAD

Board of Directors

Region 6

Engr. Franz Julian Tumale, R.SEAD

Region 6

Engr. Jupiter Forrosuelo, A.SEAD

Region 7

Engr. Cristian Montejo, A.SEAD

Region 7

Engr. Rodel Earl Mancao, A.SEAD

Negros Island Region

Engr. Christopher Patrimonio, R.SEAD

Negros Island Region

Engr. Danice Jun Dalioan, R.SEAD

Region 8

Engr. Rey Amosco, R.SEAD

Region 8

Engr. Anthony Alfred S. Longcop, A.SEAD

Membership Committee

Chairman

Engr. Ruel H. Cepeda

Region 6

Engr. Franz Julian Tumale

Region 7

Engr. Abel B. Espleguera

Region 8

Engr. Christian Cabosura

Negros Island Region

Engr. Christopher B. Patrimonio

Pioneering Officers & Board of Directors

The chapter’s founding leadership — CY 2024–2026.

Executive Officers 2024–2026

PresidentDr. Lawrence Orjalesa
Vice PresidentEngr. Ric Gonzaga
SecretaryEngr. John Ray Montecalvo
TreasurerEngr. Teody Amatosa
AuditorEngr. Ruel Cepeda
Public Relations OfficerEngr. Jessie Kibir

Board of Directors 2024–2026

Region 6

Engr. Franz Julian Tumale

Engr. Danice Jun Dalion

Region 7

Engr. Carlito Jubac

Engr. Christopher Patrimonio

Region 8

Engr. Anthony Alfred S. Longcop

Engr. Rey Amosco

Members

Directory of SEAD Visayas Chapter members. Filter by membership category or search by name.

NameMembership

Engr. Virgilio E. AbadAssociate

Engr. Cheryl P. AbarientosAssociate

Engr. Rodito A. AcolAssociate

Engr. Teody AmatosaRegular

Engr. Rey AmoscoRegular

Engr. Aly L. Arquillano Jr.Associate

Engr. Christian T. ArriolaAssociate

Engr. Nilo A. BagunasAssociate

Engr. Maria Faith B. BellezaAssociate

Engr. Marvin A. BensigAssociate

Engr. Keith John C. BlancoAssociate

Engr. Martin Kevin P. BulanonAssociate

Engr. Christopher C. CabanasAssociate

Engr. Manolo Q. CabibihanAssociate

Engr. Christian S. CabosuraRegular

Engr. Randon A. CasilaganAssociate

Engr. Ruel H. CepedaAssociate

Engr. Mark Kevin T. CidroAssociate

Engr. Ramberto B. CidroRegular

Engr. Danice Jun DalioanRegular

Engr. Lucio Pedro T. DayagAssociate

Engr. Ariel L. Dela CruzRegular

Engr. Ericson S. DelloroAssociate

Engr. Warel D. DemaisipAssociate

Engr. Neil Edwin R. EscalonaAssociate

Engr. Alexander A. EspadillaAssociate

Engr. Abel EsplegueraRegular

Engr. John Lee K. EtolAssociate

Engr. Marvin B. FernandezAssociate

Engr. Jupiter ForrosueloAssociate

Engr. Aster B. Fortuito Jr.Associate

Engr. Rhodora C. GegavineAssociate

Engr. Adrian M. GeliAssociate

Engr. Ric L. GonzagaRegular

Engr. Emmanuel P. HadloconAssociate

Engr. Carlito JubacRegular

Engr. Jessie KibirRegular

Engr. Raleigh G. LabaretteAssociate

Engr. Jose Anchito C. LacanariaAssociate

Engr. Ruel G. Lapiceros Jr.Associate

Engr. Wallace D. LestanoAssociate

Engr. Melchi S. LipardoRegular

Engr. Anthony Alfred S. LongcopAssociate

Engr. Ryan A. MacutoAssociate

Engr. Rodel Earl MancaoAssociate

Engr. Edwin D. MarinduqueAssociate

Engr. John Ray MontecalvoRegular

Engr. Cristian MontejoAssociate

Engr. Jeffrey I. MosqueraRegular

Engr. Cipriano E. NicasioAssociate

Engr. Joseph T. NoayAssociate

Engr. Mark Alex L. NogalesAssociate

Engr. Lui Jane ObandoAssociate

Engr. Adonis G. OracionAssociate

Engr. Lawrence OrjalesaLife

Engr. Danilo R. PasicaranAssociate

Engr. Jesrelle A. PatenioAssociate

Engr. Christopher PatrimonioRegular

Engr. Nelson A. PontanarRegular

Engr. Wilbert Woodrow C. ReuyanRegular

Engr. Benecio G. Rufin Jr.Associate

Engr. Kevin S. SaluagueAssociate

Engr. Mark L. SocongRegular

Engr. Alvin C. SoguilonRegular

Engr. Joey C. SolamilloAssociate

Engr. Anthony Martin D. SuarezAssociate

Engr. Jose Serester L. TuballaAssociate

Engr. Franz Julian TumaleRegular

Engr. Pedro C. Ugsimar IIAssociate

Engr. Jesus B. Villafuerte Jr.Associate

Engr. Rofel John WongRegular

Engr. Christine Gian A. YcoyAssociate

This directory currently lists the chapter’s officers and board.

Membership

Choose the option that applies to you. Your submission goes directly to the Membership Committee.

New Applicant Registration

rhces.com/seadvisayas/new

For engineers applying to join the chapter for the first time.

Submit your membership application & profile
Attach PRC license, diploma & certificates
Willingness to undergo a knowledge-verification interview

Start Application →

Upgrading Membership

rhces.com/seadvisayas/upgrading

COMING SOON

For existing members who received an upgrade invitation.

Affirm your intention to upgrade
Submit your updated membership profile
Attach supporting documents

Upgrade Membership

Upgrading is not yet open. Please check back soon.

Already applied? Track your application status →

Membership Categories

Where you fit in the SEAD membership ladder.

Associate · A.SEADEntry category

Licensed Civil Engineer (updated PRC license)
Letter of intent + membership profile
Starts the path toward Regular membership

Regular · R.SEADFull membership

Normal process: active Associate for at least 3 years with seminars and dues in good standing, plus professional qualifications
Special process: at least 5 years in a key academic, design-construction, or project-management position

Life · L.SEADUpgraded from Regular

Long-standing Regular members, upon Board approval
One-time upgrading fee; annual dues waived for life

Fellow · F.SEADHighest distinction

Conferred by the Board on members with distinguished service and contributions to the profession
Annual dues waived

Requirements & Application Process

SEAD Membership Checklist. Tap a category to view the documentary requirements.

New Applicant — Associate or Special Entrant to Regular

DOC #1Submit a Membership Application Form of your choice, or use the SEAD Application Template.

DOC #2Fill out the Membership Profile form (with 2 pcs — 2"×2" or passport-size colored ID pictures) indicating basic personal information, professional identification, educational information, professional work experiences, and seminar or training attendance (begin with the recent engagement).

DOC #3APhotocopies of updated professional licenses (PRC — compulsory), specialty certificates (optional), and other related licenses and certifications.

DOC #3BPhotocopies of school diploma/s (BSCE — compulsory) and school certification for units earned from unfinished graduate and post-graduate studies. Transcript of Records (TOR) is no longer needed.

DOC #3CPhotocopies of the employment certificate duly signed by the immediate or functional superior (if employed). For a Managing Owner, the company’s HR Head endorses the letter of recommendation on behalf of the applicant.

DOC #3DPhotocopies of civil engineering seminar and training certificates (PICE, SEAD, and certified CE organizations).

NoteResume and non-related documents are no longer needed and will be returned to you.

ProcessWith the completed and signed application forms, all supporting documents, and the team’s assessment, the Membership Committee endorses the reviewed application to an Official Session of the SEAD Board for final approval. Once approved, the committee notifies the applicant for an interview and collects the registration and annual fee (see rates below) before the oath of commitment.

Member’s Upgrading — Associate→Regular, Regular→Life, Life→Fellow

1The Membership Committee assesses the candidate’s membership status for possible upgrading (Associate to Regular, Regular to Life, Life to Fellow) using the Board’s recently approved criteria.

2For items needing verification or support, the committee coordinates with the candidate and may request updated and related information.

3After assessment, the committee notifies the candidate via a Membership Upgrade Invitation. The candidate responds by affirming the invitation — a letter of choice or the SEAD Membership Affirmation Letter template (DOC #1) — together with updated DOC #2, #3A, #3B, #3C and #3D (same process as a New Applicant). This also updates the member’s profile for future upgrading review.

4With the signed Membership Affirmation (with colored pictures), the updated Member’s Profile, and the team’s assessment, the committee endorses the application to an Official Meeting Session of the SEAD Board for final approval.

5Once approved, the committee notifies the candidate and collects the financial obligations (see rates below) before the oath of commitment.

Honorary Membership Applicants

DOC #1Submit a Membership Application Letter citing the intention to be part of the SEAD community.

DOC #2Fill out the Membership Profile (with 2 pcs — 2"×2" or passport-size colored ID pictures) indicating personal information, professional identification, educational information, work experiences, and seminar or training attendance.

DOC #3APhotocopies of updated professional licenses (PRC — compulsory), specialty certificates (optional), and other related licenses and certifications.

DOC #3BPhotocopies of school tertiary diploma/s and post-graduate studies. Transcript of Records is no longer needed.

DOC #3DPhotocopies of certificates as a SEAD Resource Speaker.

NoteResume and non-related documents are no longer needed and will be returned to you. All fees for a qualified honorary member, as approved by the Board, are free.

Templates & Downloads

SEAD Application FormWord template · 2.7 MB SEAD Membership ProfilePDF form · 320 KB

These are the official templates referenced in the checklist above (DOC #1 and DOC #2). Fill them out, then attach them in the online application.

Membership Schedule of Payments

Applicants	Registration Fee	Upgrading Fee	Annual Dues
I. New Applicants
Associate Applicant	₱500.00	—	₱500.00
Special Applicant	₱1,000.00	—	₱500.00
II. Upgrading of Candidates
Associate to Regular	—	₱1,000.00	₱500.00
Regular to Life	—	₱5,000.00	Free
Life to Fellow	—	₱10,000.00	Free
III. Other Memberships
Honorary	Free	N/A	Free
Founder	Free	Free	Free

How to pay: registration and membership fees may be paid via GCash or GoTyme — the official QR codes are shown in Step 7 of the online application form, where you also upload your receipt. For upgrading and annual dues, contact the Treasurer through sead.visayas@gmail.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the evaluation process work?

Your application is evaluated by the Membership Committee member assigned to your region, endorsed to the Committee Chairman for recommendation, and finally approved by the Chapter President on behalf of the Board. You will receive an email at each decision point, and you can follow your progress anytime on the application tracker.

Will I be interviewed?

Applicants may be invited to a short knowledge-verification interview as part of the qualifying process. The committee will contact you through the email or mobile number in your application.

What happens if my documents are incomplete?

The committee will return your application by email listing what needs to be completed — your application is kept on file, and you simply reply with the additional requirements. Nothing is forfeited.

How do I pay the fees?

Via GCash or GoTyme using the official QR codes shown in Step 7 of the online application, where you also attach your proof of payment. Keep your receipt — it forms part of your application documents.

Which provinces does the Visayas Chapter cover?

Regions VI, VII, VIII, and the Negros Island Region — see the full province list in “Areas We Serve” below. Your application is evaluated by the committee member assigned to your region.

Areas We Serve

The provinces covered by the SEAD Visayas Chapter, grouped by region.

Region VIWestern Visayas

Aklan
Iloilo

Region VIICentral Visayas

Bohol
Cebu

Region VIIIEastern Visayas

Eastern Samar
Leyte
Northern Samar
Southern Leyte

Negros Island RegionRegion XVIII

Negros Occidental
Negros Oriental

Contact Us

For inquiries about membership and chapter activities, reach the SEAD Visayas Chapter through any of the channels below.

sead.visayas@gmail.com

Facebook

facebook.com/sead.visayas

Area Served

Visayas, Philippines

Follow us on Facebook

The latest photos and updates from the SEAD Visayas Chapter.

Open our Facebook page →