Former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) official Henry Alcantara has formally appealed the decision of the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) revoking his civil engineering license, following findings linked to alleged irregularities in flood control projects.

According to the filing, Alcantara is seeking reconsideration of the PRC ruling that found him administratively liable for conduct unbecoming of a licensed professional. The revocation was an administrative sanction imposed by the Professional Regulatory Board of Civil Engineering, separate from any criminal proceedings that may arise from the same set of facts.

Legal observers note that an appeal is a standard remedy available under PRC rules and does not automatically suspend the effects of the penalty unless expressly granted. The appellate review will examine whether due process was observed and whether the evidence on record sufficiently supports the findings.

The PRC emphasized that professional regulation exists to safeguard public welfare, particularly in fields like civil engineering where decisions directly affect public safety and infrastructure integrity. Officials reiterated that administrative actions focus on fitness to practice, not criminal guilt.

For his part, Alcantara maintains his position and will pursue available remedies under the law. The Commission Proper will evaluate the appeal and issue a ruling in due course.

As the process unfolds, the case underscores a key distinction in governance: licenses are privileges regulated by standards, and challenges to disciplinary actions are resolved through procedure—not pressure.

PRC Revokes License of Former DPWH Engineer Henry Alcantara

The Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) has officially revoked the civil engineering license of former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) Bulacan District Engineer Henry Alcantara, citing gross unprofessional and unethical conduct connected to alleged “ghost” flood control projects.

The decision was issued through the Professional Regulatory Board of Civil Engineering (PRB-CE) following a review that relied heavily on the DPWH’s Special Audit Report and administrative findings. According to the board, Alcantara—who previously served as district engineer, officer-in-charge, and assistant regional director—was found administratively liable for grave offenses involving the disbursement of public funds.

Regulators stated that Alcantara willfully approved payments for infrastructure projects that were later determined to be non-existent. The board characterized the actions as a serious breach of the Code of Ethics for Civil Engineers and a betrayal of public trust.

The ruling forms part of a broader scrutiny of alleged kickback schemes and irregular flood control projects in Bulacan. While the revocation is an administrative sanction—not a criminal conviction—it represents one of the most severe professional penalties available under regulatory rules.

Under PRC procedures, Alcantara may file a motion for reconsideration within 15 days from receipt of the resolution. If denied, he may elevate the matter by filing an appeal before the Commission Proper within the prescribed period.

For governance observers, the move signals a clear line being drawn between technical accountability and political noise. Professional licenses, regulators stressed, exist to protect public safety—and once ethical standards are crossed, consequences follow.