2026 Winners

The winners have been revealed. Scroll down to meet them, read what the judges say, and see who received a high commendation. For more information about each winner, click here to read the winner's supplement.

Special Award

Sir John Armitt Prize

Endorsed by Sir John Armitt, this prize is awarded to projects that successfully exceed their objectives, deliver a satisfied client and create meaningful benefits for end-users and broader stakeholders. Exemplifying the very best of what the industry is capable of, winners will represent excellence across multiple aspects of the project and will stand as an example of what projects can aspire to achieve.

Winner:

South Wales Metro - Building the Core Valley Lines

Client/Commissioning Authority: Transport For Wales
Lead Contractor: Amey Infrastructure Wales
Lead Engineer: Amey Infrastructure Wales
Other key firms associated with the project: Amey Infrastructure Wales, Craidd Alliance, Balfour Beatty, Siemens Mobility & Rail

The judges described this as a multi-disciplinary rail scheme with very strong and widespread community benefits. Infrastructure, rolling stock and operation were brought together in a systems-led approach, backed by a highly collaborative culture and strong client leadership. It is a benchmark project for the challenge ahead for GBR.

Shortlists:

Church House

Client/Commissioning Authority: The Corporation of the Church House
Lead Architect: Scott Whitby Studio
Lead Contractor: Tilbury Douglas / PrinceBuild
Lead Engineer: Webb Yates Engineers
Other key firms associated with the project: CorkSol, Currie & Brown, Max Fordham, MiX Consultancy, Quadrant, Red Brick Fire Engineering, Withernay

Crawshaw Woods cast iron arch

Client/Commissioning Authority: Network Rail - working on TRUEast alliance
Lead Contractor: Murphy - working on TRUEast
Lead Engineer: Systra - working on TRUEast
Other key firms associated with the project: Alleys, APB, Murphy, Systra

Foyle Street Network Upgrades Project

Client/Commissioning Authority: Northern Ireland Water
Lead Contractor: BSG Civil Engineering
Lead Engineer: Arup
Other key firms associated with the project: Arup, Breedon, BSG Civil Engineering, Highway Barrier Solutions , Kane Fencing, Phace Contracts , SHM Landscapes

JR Clynes Building

Client/Commissioning Authority: Dominic Williams
Lead Architect: Ellis Williams Architects
Lead Contractor: Tilbury Douglas
Lead Engineer: Curtins
Other key firms associated with the project: Arup, Heritage Project Management, Keelagher Okey Klein, RLB, SI Sealy, Tilbury Douglas Engineering, Turner & Townsend

Redefining Clerk of Works Delivery

Client/Commissioning Authority: NHS Cambridge University Hospital Trust
Lead Architect: RG Carters Design
Lead Contractor: RG Carters
Other key firms associated with the project: Eyre Group, Fusion, RG Carters

Waterside Bridge - Active Travel Bridge

Client/Commissioning Authority: Nottingham City Council
Lead Architect: Ramboll
Lead Contractor: Balfour Beatty
Lead Engineer: Ramboll
Other key firms associated with the project: Balfour Beatty, Balfour Beatty UKCS, Briton Fabricators, Inertia Consulting, Ramboll

Best Projects - Buildings

Commercial Property Project Award

This category recognises outstanding new commercial and mixed used buildings where the primary function/focus is on providing high quality lettable space.

Winner:

Angel Square

Client/Commissioning Authority: Tishman Speyer
Lead Architect: Allford Hall Monaghan Morris
Lead Contractor: McLaren
Lead Engineer: AKT II
Other key firms associated with the project: ADS, All Clear, Ascot, BB Fibrebeton, Biswell, Boon Edam, British Gypsum, Chapman BDSP, Chapman CBDSP, City Fire, Clayworks, Core 5, DJ Civils, DP9, Eurosafe, FiveatHeart, FKN, Flood, Harry Holding, iWembley, James & Taylor, KONE, NAO, Nobel House, OAG, OCL, OFR, PME, Point 2, Premcrete, Premier, Radmat, Reconal, Sandy Brown, SAS, Selo, Shuco, Steer, Stortford, Third London Wall, VKE, Washroom, WB Simpson

The judges said: A technically impressive project. A great example of reusing an existing structure to create a single building, ensuring it was structurally sound. They clearly demonstrated good engagement with all stakeholders and significantly improved integration with the local community. It was clear that the client brief was understood in terms of value and this was maintained in terms of delivering a highly effective and sustainable building.

Highly commended:

The Ranges, Bicester Motion

Client/Commissioning Authority: Bicester Motion
Lead Architect: 3D Reid
Lead Contractor: Kier
Lead Engineer: Stantec Hydrock
Other key firms associated with the project: 365, Ascot, BEP, Bull Products, Cahill, Charlton Abbotts, CIS, Coatech, Edgars, EIS, Elite, Fast Fence, GRP Grating, H&H Scaffolding, Hydrock/Stantec, Solum, Stephens and Stuarts, Thames Water, Totus Digital, UK Remediation, Wantage Industrial Cleaning, Wyse Power

Finalists:

30 Semple Street, Edinburgh

Client/Commissioning Authority: Corran Properties
Lead Architect: Michael Laird Architects
Lead Contractor: Ogilvie Construction
Lead Engineer: Blyth & Blyth
Other key firms associated with the project: Blyth & Blyth, BSB Structural, Cundall, KJ Tait, Lesterose, Scottech

No 1. St Michael's

Client/Commissioning Authority: Relentless Developments
Lead Architect: Hodder+Partners
Lead Contractor: Bowmer+Kirkland
Lead Engineer: Curtins
Other key firms associated with the project: Design Fire Consultants, Hoare Lea, OBI, Planit ie, Ryder Levitt Backnall, Zerum

Cultural & Leisure Project Award

This category recognises the value of exceptional buildings and facilities in enhancing communities and contributing to their health and wellbeing, whether it is a leisure centre, museum, gallery, library or religion-based development.

Winner:

Oldham Old Library

Client/Commissioning Authority: Oldham Council
Lead Architect: Ellis Williams Architects
Lead Contractor: Tilbury Douglas
Lead Engineer: Curtins
Other key firms associated with the project: Arup, Heritage Project Management, Keelagher Okey Klein, RLB, SI Sealy, Tilbury Douglas Engineering, Turner & Townsend

The judges said: An exemplary heritage regeneration project, sensitively restoring Oldham’s Grade II-listed former library and returning an important part of the town’s history to active civic, educational and community use. The judges were particularly impressed by the project’s strong local legacy, with 75% of the supply chain drawn from the local area, alongside meaningful opportunities for young people through heritage trades, skills development and career progression. The team’s conservation approach was both rigorous and thoughtful, including research to identify the gallery’s original paint colour and restore its historic finish, while maximising material reuse, enhancing significant heritage features and improving accessibility and long-term sustainability. The result is a highly successful revival of a valued civic asset that respects its past while creating a vibrant and inclusive place for future generations.

Highly commended:

Unity Centre

Client/Commissioning Authority: South Cambridgeshire District Council
Lead Architect: Frank Shaw Associates
Lead Contractor: Kier Construction
Lead Engineer: Peter Dann
Other key firms associated with the project: A R Urbanism, CZWG Architects, Eurban, Exterior Solutions, Harrisons M&E, idealcombi, Langley Design, LPL, TSA Riley, VM Zinc

Finalists:

John O'Groats Mill

Client/Commissioning Authority: John O'Groats Mill Trust
Lead Architect: McGregor Bowes
Lead Contractor: O'Brien Construction
Lead Engineer: Narro
Other key firms associated with the project: A & W Sinclair, Artech, BEST, Boon Edam, Clan Co., Connect a.d., Donn's Scaffolding & Steelfixing, Glazing Vision, Grass Concrete, Gray & Dick, Hafele, Henderson Roofing, Highland Blast, ICB, IFT, Invalifts, John Gunn & Sons, Macdonald Landscaping, Markon, Martec Engineering, Norse Stone, Petrie Painters, R Begg Electrical Services, Ri Cruden, Rybka, Schueco, Screen Systems, Site Sealants, Sky-Frame, Steelplan, Style Scotland, The Light Lab, Torrance Partnership, Tri Group, Vauldale Engineering Services, Venesta

Lost Shore Surf Resort

Client/Commissioning Authority: Tartan Leisure
Lead Architect: HarrisonStevens
Lead Contractor: WH Malcolms
Other key firms associated with the project: Oberlanders Architects, Atelier Ten, Ramage Young, Wavegarden, Deepdale Trees, Escofet, Hardscape, Thorn

NEON at Battersea Power Station

Client/Commissioning Authority: NEON Global
Lead Architect: Expo Pavilion Group (EPG) | UAU-Studio
Lead Contractor: Star Live
Lead Engineer: Star Live
Other key firms associated with the project: Aros Architects, Buro Happold, DP9, Gardiner & Theobald, LDA Design, Markides Associates, RBG

Norwich Castle: Royal Palace Reborn

Client/Commissioning Authority: Norfolk Museums Service
Lead Architect: Feilden+Mawson
Lead Contractor: Morgan Sindall
Lead Engineer: Conisbee
Other key firms associated with the project: Artelia, Brown and Ralph, Contact Electrical, Coulson, Crofton Engineering, Great Yarmouth Ceilings, Haley Sharpe Design, Holkham Forge, Olympic Welding, Prospect Carpentry, Russells Civil Engineering, Stevensons of Norwich, SWECO

Sunderland Bangladesh International Centre

Client/Commissioning Authority: Sunderland Bangladesh International Centre
Lead Architect: Arcus Consulting
Lead Contractor: Arcus FM
Lead Engineer: RWO
Other key firms associated with the project: Atlas, CI Interiors, Clark Degnan, CV Decorators, KPX Flooring, YBS

The National Gallery Roden Centre for Creative Learning

Client/Commissioning Authority: The National Gallery
Lead Architect: Lawson Ward Studio
Lead Contractor: SRM
Lead Engineer: Arup
Other key firms associated with the project: Cantifix, Gardiner & Theobald, Purcell, S&R, Zedworks

Housing & Residential Project Award

This category recognises the most exceptional buildings in meeting Britain’s housing needs whether it is a small residential development, major new community development, student accommodation or later living. The category is open to all projects where housing/accommodation provision is the primary purpose.

Winner:

Ebury Bridge Estate Regeneration

Client/Commissioning Authority: Westminster City Council
Lead Architect: Astudio
Lead Contractor: Bouygues
Lead Engineer: Arup
Other key firms associated with the project: AYM Service, Comodore Kitchens, Dearneside Fabrications, FP McCann, H.E Simm, Jane Simpson Access, Keltbray Structures, Pace Consult, Stanmore, Studio Jordan, Telling Architectural

The judges said: A clear winner! A comprehensive example of great practice in a difficult site at scale. Exemplary community engagement and public realm delivery. Innovative approaches to MMC and energy technologies. Thoughtful design resulting in a high quality environment.

Highly commended:

Marshall Walk

Client/Commissioning Authority: Bristol City Council
Lead Architect: Zed Pods
Lead Contractor: Zed Pods
Lead Engineer: Avie Consulting
Other key firms associated with the project: AWW UK, BW Industries, Dragonheart Homes, Knauf Group, Nodan UK, Partel, Renelec Groundwork, Rockwool, Tata Steel, Weberwall

Finalists:

50–60 Charter Street

Client/Commissioning Authority: Canary Wharf Group
Lead Architect: GRID architects
Lead Contractor: Canary Wharf Contractors
Lead Engineer: Max Fordham, Ramboll
Other key firms associated with the project: Allgood, Alma Leather, Amron Architectural, Angel O'Donnell, Autex Acoustics, Avis Contracts, Bankerwise, Conneelly, Consentino, Creation Baumann, Design and Supply, Dulux, Ege Carpets, Egger, EH Smith, EJ Lazenby Contracts, Elements Europe, Florim, Forbo, Grid Interiors, Havwoods, HTA Landscape, Kane, Karndean, Kemp London, Luke Lamp, Mundy Veneers, Origin Fitness, Paragon Design, Paula Rosa Kitchens, Pavigym, PhotWall, Porcelanosa, Quod, Resonics, Salto, Sipral, Solus Ceramics, Stanmore, Swift, The Safety Letterbox Company, Thornton Tomasetti, Vertus

Bancroft & Wickford Street

Client/Commissioning Authority: Tower Hamlets Council
Lead Architect: FBM Architects
Lead Contractor: Formation Design & Build
Lead Engineer: Pinnacle ESP
Other key firms associated with the project: Alumasc Rainwater Systems, Farrer Huxley, Orlight, Wienerberger

Crofts House

Client/Commissioning Authority: Mid Devon District Council
Lead Architect: Zed Pods
Lead Contractor: Zed Pods
Lead Engineer: Avie Consulting
Other key firms associated with the project: BW Industries, Dragonheart Homes, Knauf Group, Nodan UK, Partel, Renelec Groundwork, Rockwool, Tata Steel

Ebbisham Drive, Ashmole Estate

Client/Commissioning Authority: Metropolitan Thames Valley
Lead Architect: FBM Architects
Lead Contractor: Stack London
Lead Engineer: Frankham Consultancy Group
Other key firms associated with the project: ACD Environmental, AkzoNobel Powder Coatings, Alumasc Exterior Building Products, Cass Allen, Dulux, Forbo Flooring Systems, Gradus, Howdens, Knauf AMF Ceilings, Locker Architectural, Marshalls, Norman Bromley Partnership, Orlight, Philips, Rund Partnership, RPS Group, Ryebrook, Spirit Doors (Part of JCK Joinery), Traditional Brick and Stone, Velfac, Waterslade

Greenwich Builds New Homes

Client/Commissioning Authority: Royal Borough of Greenwich
Lead Architect: Shedkm / Fuse Architects
Lead Contractor: Elkins Construction
Lead Engineer: Zenon Consulting Engineers

Westmead

Client/Commissioning Authority: Westminster City Council
Lead Architect: Child Graddon Lewis
Lead Contractor: Willmott Dixon Construction
Lead Engineer: Canham Consulting
Other key firms associated with the project: Etude

Retrofit & Reuse Project Award

The best examples of retrofitting across all sectors, where those involved have given new or improved life to buildings and infrastructure. This award recognises great retrofitting that enhances long term outcomes, create a new or renewed purposes and delivers economic, social and environmental dividends from retrofitting rather than rebuilding.

Winner:

Oldham Old Library

The judges said: This was unanimously agreed to be the strongest entry in the field. The submission demonstrated the ambition and determination that had been necessary to revive this cherished Grade II Listed community asset. Judges felt that the scheme represented an excellent example of deploying fresh civic and cultural uses as a catalyst for wider urban and economic regeneration.

Highly commended:

The National Gallery Roden Centre for Creative Learning

Finalists:

Dolphin Square

Client/Commissioning Authority: BNP Paribas
Lead Architect: GRID architects
Lead Contractor: Galliford Try
Lead Engineer: Heyne Tillett Steel
Other key firms associated with the project: AGC BTR, Affinity Fire, Bailey Garner, Cundall, DesignPlusLight, DP9, Grid Interiors, Hollis, Project4Safety, Radcliffe Construction, Sally Prothero

Church House

Client/Commissioning Authority: The Corporation of the Church House
Lead Architect: Scott Whitby Studio
Lead Contractor: Tilbury Douglas & PrinceBuild
Lead Engineer: Webb Yates Engineers
Other key firms associated with the project: CorkSol, Currie & Brown, Max Fordham, MiX Consultancy, Quadrant (Amorim), Red Brick Fire Engineering, Withernay

John O'Groats Mill

Client/Commissioning Authority: John O'Groats Mill Trust
Lead Architect: McGregor Bowes
Lead Contractor: O'Brien Construction
Lead Engineer: Narro
Other key firms associated with the project: A & W Sinclair, Artech, Best, Boon Edam, Clan Co., Connect a.d., Donn's Scaffolding & Steelfixing, Glazing Vision, Grass Concrete, Gray & Dick, Hafele, Henderson Roofing, Highland Blast, ICB, IFT, Invalifts, John Gunn & Sons, Macdonald Landscaping, Markon, Martec Engineering, Norse Stone, Petrie Painters, R Begg Electrical Services, Ri Cruden, Rybka, Schueco, Screen Systems, Site Sealants, Sky-Frame, Steelplan, Style Scotland, The Light Lab, Torrance Partnership, Tri Group, Vauldale Engineering Services, Venesta

Keelham Primary School, Resilient Schools Programme

Client/Commissioning Authority: Department of Education / Headteacher
Lead Architect: JYM Partnership
Lead Contractor: Arcus FM (Projects Division)
Lead Engineer: Arcadis, JYM Partnership
Other key firms associated with the project: Unique Play, KAM Projects, Jade Windows, Thorpe Joinery

MAN-TP Phase 2 Terminal 2 Reconfiguration

Client/Commissioning Authority: Manchester Airport
Lead Architect: Pascall + Watson
Lead Contractor: Multiple Contractors managed by Manchester Airport
Lead Engineer: Buro Happold and Hoare Lea
Other key firms associated with the project: Bethells, McCrory Group, NG Bailey

LB Barnet Retrofit

Client/Commissioning Authority: JRP
Lead Architect: 6A Archeticts
Lead Contractor: Quinn London
Lead Engineer: CADMAP
Other key firms associated with the project: Bidwell, Currie & Brown, Fj Corvan, Griffin Scaffolding London, Ground Specialists, Heritage Brickwork, ITS Construction, Jackson Coles, Lancebox Group, Merlin, Murphy Survey, Piscuc Contractors, Pristine Glazing, Ritchie + Daffin, Site Recruitment

Social Infrastructure Project Award

This award recognises the best projects spanning schools, colleges, universities, hospitals, research facilities, law courts, prisons and other civic buildings that contribute towards improved social service provision in the UK.

Winner:

Rothera Modernisation Project

Client/Commissioning Authority: British Antarctic Survey
Lead Architect: Hugh Broughton Architects
Lead Contractor: BAM
Lead Engineer: Sweco
Other key firms associated with the project: AJ Engineering, Booth Doors, Egroup, G&A Barnie, Perkins Engines, Ramboll, Transglobal Projects

The judges said: This project that takes the digital twin "to the next level", delivering a 25% improvement over existing buildings. The location and environment limit what can be achieved, but we noted that the next phase will include renewables. The whole project is centred on climate change and resilience, supported by a global consortium and consultation with climate research bodies across many countries. Because there was no opportunity to rectify anything once the build was underway, the project demanded a zero-tolerance approach to mistakes.

Highly commended:

Mid Cornwall Metro

Client/Commissioning Authority: Arcadis
Lead Contractor: South Rail Systems Alliance
Lead Engineer: Network Rail
Other key firms associated with the project: Aecom, Ashby, Cornwall Council, Pace, Telent

Finalists:

Prestley Wood Academy

Client/Commissioning Authority: Cambridgeshire County Council
Lead Architect: AtkinsRéalis
Lead Contractor: Morgan Sindall Group
Lead Engineer: AtkinsRéalis
Other key firms associated with the project: Adrian James Acoustics, ATIC Group, Couch Perry Wilkes, E-Documents, IES TaP, John Kees Photography, Lloyd Worrall, Munro Building Services, Perpendicular, Stantec, Sustainable Construction Services, Sweco, Whitco

Schwarzman Centre for the Humanities

Client/Commissioning Authority: University of Oxford
Lead Architect: Hopkins Architects
Lead Contractor: Laing O'Rourke
Lead Engineer: AKT II
Other key firms associated with the project: Arcadis, Arup, Britplas, CharcoalBlue, CPC Project Services, Crown House, Etude, Expanded Piling, Fire Ingenuity, Gillespies, James Johnson, Max Fordham, Novum, Purcell, Quest, Race, Severfield, Vetter, WJL

St Nicholas Leisure Centre

Client/Commissioning Authority: Warwick District Council
Lead Contractor: Stepnell / Step Energy
Other key firms associated with the project: Sig Building, Solfit, Stace Roofing

The Greater Manchester Institute of Technology

Client/Commissioning Authority: The University of Salford- Maria Dickinson Senior Comms Manager
Lead Architect: JM Architects
Lead Contractor: Tilbury Douglas
Lead Engineer: Tilbury Douglas Engineering

The Pool

Client/Commissioning Authority: Waltham Forest College
Lead Architect: Studio DERA
Lead Contractor: IMS Solutions
Lead Engineer: Structural Design Studio
Other key firms associated with the project: Cpwp

Best Projects - Infrastructure

Energy Project Award

This category celebrates outstanding projects that are shaping the future of the UK’s energy landscape through innovation, sustainability and excellence in design and delivery.

Winner:

Birmingham Airport Solar Project

Client/Commissioning Authority: Birmingham Airport
Lead Architect: EvoEnergy
Lead Contractor: EvoEnergy
Lead Engineer: EvoEnergy
Other key firms associated with the project: GenCarbon, SolarEdge,Trina Solar

The judges said: The project clearly demonstrated best-in-class outcomes in all areas, meeting every criterion and proving it is working and outperforming for the airport. Strong risk management, early communication and a genuine partnership between contractor and airport management drove the result. The solution is scalable, with proposals for other airports already being pursued, and this is only phase 1.

Finalist:

Fish Return System - Hinkley Point C

Client/Commissioning Authority: Nuclear New Build, EDF Energy
Lead Contractor: Kier Bam Joint Venture
Lead Engineer: Amentum
Other key firms associated with the project: Bam Ritches, Bam UK&I, De Romain, Joseph Gallagher, Kier Professional Services, Macrete, OTB, Robert West, Specialist Plant Associates, Tracey Concrete

Environmental Project Award

The best projects delivering environmental improvements for local communities and regions by mitigating the impact of extreme weather and climate change – along with other environmental hazards - on people, properties and business. This category recognises this.

Winner:

Salisbury River Park

Client/Commissioning Authority: Environment Agency
Lead Architect: AtkinsRealis
Lead Contractor: Kier Natural Resources, Nuclear & Networks
Lead Engineer: AtkinsRealis
Other key firms associated with the project: Jacobs

The judges were extremely impressed by Salisbury River Park’s holistic approach, transforming what could have been a conventional flood-risk project into an ambitious urban regeneration scheme delivering benefits for a wide range of users. The project demonstrated particularly strong thinking around climate resilience, including urban cooling, planting and trees, while also considering how the space would work for the community. The judges welcomed the project’s thoughtful approach to inclusivity, including consideration of how public spaces can be made safer for women. What particularly distinguished Salisbury was the breadth of benefits achieved and the way environmental, social and community considerations were brought together as part of one coherent scheme. This holistic approach was considered unequalled within a very strong field and made Salisbury River Park a worthy winner.

Highly commended:

Dearne Reach Integrated Constructed Wetland

Client/Commissioning Authority: Yorkshire Water
Lead Architect: Mott MacDonald Bentley
Lead Contractor: Mott MacDonald Bentley
Lead Engineer: Mott MacDonald Bentley
Other key firms associated with the project: Salix River and Wetland Services, Stantec

Finalists:

Canvey Island Southern Shoreline

Client/Commissioning Authority: Environment Agency
Lead Architect: Jacobs
Lead Contractor: Balfour Beatty
Lead Engineer: Jacobs
Other key firms associated with the project: Hesselberg Hydro

Colne Valley Western Slopes Landscaping

Client/Commissioning Authority: HS2
Lead Architect: LDA design , Jacobs
Lead Contractor: Align JV
Lead Engineer: Align JV
Other key firms associated with the project: Ainsty Timber Marketing, Align-D, Bouygues TP, Crowders nursery, Hales sawmills, Ingerop, John Chambers Wildflower, McVeigh Parker, Salix River & Wetland Services, Sir Robert McAlpine, VolkerFitzpatrick

Great Shefford Flood Alleviation Scheme

Client/Commissioning Authority: Environment Agency
Lead Contractor: BAM
Lead Engineer: Stantec
Other key firms associated with the project: Jacobs, Mott Macdonald, WSP Binnies

HS2 Area North Watercourse Realignments

Client/Commissioning Authority: HS2
Lead Architect: Mott MacDonald SYSTRA Design Joint Venture
Lead Contractor: Balfour Beatty VINCI
Lead Engineer: Mott MacDonald SYSTRA Design Joint Venture
Other key firms associated with the project: Mott MacDonald SYSTRA Design Joint Venture

Mumbles Coastal Protection Scheme

Client/Commissioning Authority: City & County of Swansea
Lead Contractor: Knights Brown Construction
Lead Engineer: Knights Brown Construction
Other key firms associated with the project: Amey, Arch Wales, Burroughs Cardiff, Deveron Metals, Dunns, Gavin Griffiths, Gwendraith Valley Tarmacadum, JBA, MM Engineering, MPE Stainless Steel, Tarmac, Thames Valley Construction, Watson Hillhouse

Newport Stephenson Street Flood Scheme

Client/Commissioning Authority: Natural Resources Wales
Lead Architect: Arup
Lead Contractor: Alun Griffiths
Lead Engineer: Arup
Other key firms associated with the project: Ivor King, MM Engineering, The Piling People

Placemaking Project Award

This category recognises the best placemaking projects that have transformed public spaces or urban environments to enhance the quality of life for communities.

Winner:

Salisbury River Park

The judges described this as a very impressive project, delivering outcomes that go far beyond the original flood mitigation objectives. The scheme took a holistic approach, bringing together multiple organisations to deliver wider benefits. The presentation was exemplary in showing how every aspect of the criteria had been met, with particular strengths in carbon reduction, resilience and a digital mindset.

Finalists:

Colindale Station Redevelopment

Client/Commissioning Authority: Transport for London
Lead Architect: AtkinsRéalis
Lead Contractor: Morgan Sindall Infrastructure
Lead Engineer: Morgan Sindall Infrastructure
Other key firms associated with the project: Adept, AtkinsRéalis, Buckland Timber, Cornish Concrete, DMC, Emico, Frankie Martello, J Coffey, JCI, MLP Traffic, Morgan Sindall Infrastructure, Murphy, Otis, TAC

John O'Groats Mill

Lost Shore Surf Resort

Client/Commissioning Authority: Tartan Leisure
Lead Architect: Oberlanders Architects
Lead Contractor: WH Malcolm
Lead Engineer: Atelier Ten
Other key firms associated with the project: Deepdale, Escofet, Hardscape, HarrisonStevens, WH Malcolm

Aureos working in partnership with City of Bradford Metropolitan District Council

Client/Commissioning Authority: City of Bradford District Counci
Lead Contractor: Aureos
Other key firms associated with the project: KC Civils, P&M Paving, Premier Traffic Management

Northumberland Street Public Realm

Client/Commissioning Authority: Newcastle City Council
Lead Architect: LDA Design
Lead Contractor: Taylor Woodrow
Lead Engineer: Taylor Woodrow
Other key firms associated with the project: BBS Natural Stone Products, DSR Paving , Gavin Jones Commercial Landscaping, K Rouse Civil Engineering, Raskl Art and Architectural

St Neots Town Centre

Client/Commissioning Authority: Cambridgeshire County Council
Lead Architect: WSP Landscape Architects
Lead Contractor: Taylor Woodrow Infrastructure
Lead Engineer: WSP
Other key firms associated with the project: Arcadis, CP Groundworks, ESM, G Webb, Goodwin Surfacing, Hardscape, Instamac, Mason Street Furniture, MV Lanway, PR Crane Civil Engineering, Ringway, Turner and Townsend

Waterbeach Active Travel Bridge

Client/Commissioning Authority: Urban & Civic
Lead Architect: Knight Architects
Lead Contractor: GRAHAM Construction
Lead Engineer: Stantec
Other key firms associated with the project: Eastern Concrete, Keyline, Littlewood Group, Mason Street Furniture, Romtech, Sheppard Piling, Thompsons of Carlow, Tom Blackwells, Toppesfield

Transport Project Award

This category recognises the best transport projects enhancing capacity, providing better connectivity or helping to improve reliability of local, regional or national transport services.

Winner:

Electrification of the Core Valley Lines

Client/Commissioning Authority: Transport for Wales
Lead Architect: Amey Infrastructure Wales
Lead Contractor: Amey Infrastructure Wales
Lead Engineer: Amey Infrastructure Wales
Other key firms associated with the project: Alun Griffiths, Balfour Beatty, Siemens Mobility

The judges said: What sets this project apart is its transformational impact and the way the team articulated it. It is clearly changing lives and increasing opportunities, going far beyond the infrastructure itself. An integrated team focused on one vision of success drove the project, and the team's innovation was backed by a client who bought into it and enabled it to take shape and deliver. A strong demonstration of digital tools, alongside these other elements, made the project a successful catalyst for regeneration.

Highly commended:

Colindale Station Redevelopment

Client/Commissioning Authority: Transport for London
Lead Architect: AtkinsRéalis
Lead Contractor: Morgan Sindall Infrastructure
Lead Engineer: AtkinsRéalis
Other key firms associated with the project: APEX Steel, Astor Bannerman, BCL, Buckland Timber, Emico, OTIS, Proteus, Renown, Rockwool, Russwood, Siderise, Sika, TAC Projects, Vision

Finalists:

CMP2/1A Greek Street Overbridge Reconstruction

Client/Commissioning Authority: Network Rail
Lead Contractor: J. Murphy & Sons
Lead Engineer: J. Murphy & Sons
Other key firms associated with the project: Ainscough, Holemasters, ISS, Multipave, Murphy International, Shay Murtagh Precast , Tony Gee & Partners

Crawshaw Woods cast iron arch

Client/Commissioning Authority: Network Rail - on the TRUEast alliance
Lead Contractor: Murphy - on the TRUEast Alliance
Lead Engineer: Systra - on the TRUEast Alliance
Other key firms associated with the project: Allelys, APB, Ayesa, Murphy Applied Engineering

HS2 Colne Valley Viaduct

Client/Commissioning Authority: HS2
Lead Architect: Grimshaw
Lead Contractor: AlignJV (Bouygues Travaux Publics, Sir Robert McAlpine and VolkerFitzpatrick)
Lead Engineer: Rendel/Ingerop and Jacobs
Other key firms associated with the project: Atkins, EDP, J Coffey Group, Kilnbridge, Knight Architects, LDA Design, Littlewood Group, Rendel, Sener, SOCOTEC, Tarmac, VolkerGround Engineering, VolkerLaser, VolkerStevin, VSL International

Manchester Airport Transformation Programme

Client/Commissioning Authority: Manchester Airport
Lead Architect: Pascall & Watson
Lead Contractor: Manchester Airport Group
Lead Engineer: Manchester Airport Group
Other key firms associated with the project: Bethells, MACE, Martifer, McCrory Group, NG Bailey

Revitalising West Midlands Rail Infrastructure

Client/Commissioning Authority: Transport for West Midlands
Lead Architect: Atkins Realis and Mott MacDonald
Lead Contractor: Kier Transportation and VolkerFitzpatrick
Lead Engineer: Kier Transportation and VolkerFitzpatrick
Other key firms associated with the project: Alconex, APB, Atkins, EHS, Fitzgerald, Gardiners, H W Martins, Hennigans, Holcim, HTM, ISS, Millers, Ortons, Pronin, ReadyPower, Ricardo Cert, Ricardo Rail, RMF, Scheidt Bachmann, Serfis, Smarttraxrail, South Staffs Water, SPI, Stannah, Transport Signs, Van-Elle, Vital, Wildside

Upgrade & Renewal Project Award

This category recognises the best maintenance and renewal projects in any sector that may be standalone, one-off projects or form part of an ongoing operations or maintenance programme.

Winner:

Foyle Street Network Upgrades Project

Client/Commissioning Authority: Northern Ireland Water
Lead Contractor: BSG Civil Engineering
Lead Engineer: Arup
Other key firms associated with the project: Phace Contracts , Breedon, Highway Barrier Solutions (HBS), Kane Fencing, SHM Landscapes

The judges said: This is an outstanding example of a motivated and collaborative team delivering the replacement of a Victorian sewer by a separate gravity foul and storm sewage system, to client's and stakeholder satisfaction, ensuring climate resilience and carbon savings. A small scheme delivered well.

Finalists:

ABP Solent Gateway Marine Infrastructure Upgrade, Marchwood Port

Client/Commissioning Authority: Associated British Ports
Lead Contractor: Knights Brown
Lead Engineer: Ramboll
Other key firms associated with the project: Boskalis (Dredging), Red7Marine (Piling)

Bolton Wastewater Treatment Works - AMP8 Quality

Client/Commissioning Authority: United Utilities
Lead Architect: Mott MacDonald Bentley
Lead Contractor: Mott MacDonald Bentley
Lead Engineer: Mott MacDonald Bentley

Briola

Client/Commissioning Authority: BARCX
Lead Architect: BARCX
Lead Contractor: BARCX
Lead Engineer: BARCX

Clifton Rail Bridge Replacement

Client/Commissioning Authority: Network Rail
Lead Contractor: Skanska
Lead Engineer: Network Rail

Essex Highways Priority One

Client/Commissioning Authority: Essex County Council (ECC)
Lead Contractor: Ringway Jacobs
Lead Engineer: Jacobs
Other key firms associated with the project: Eurovia

Folkestone Road Strategic Pumping Station Upgrade

Client/Commissioning Authority: Thames Water
Lead Contractor: Barhale
Lead Engineer: Barhale

Mid Cornwall Metro

Client/Commissioning Authority: Arcadis (on behalf of Cornwall Council)
Lead Contractor: South Rail Systems Alliance
Lead Engineer: Network Rail

Severn Estuary Resilience Project Phases 4&5

Client/Commissioning Authority: Capital Delivery, Network Rail
Lead Architect: Network Rail
Lead Contractor: QTS
Lead Engineer: Engineering Services Design Delivery (ESDD), Network Rail

Water Project Award

This category recognises outstanding projects within the water sector that are driving improvements in the resilience, quality, and sustainability of the UK’s water and wastewater facilities.

Winner:

Dearne Reach Integrated Constructed Wetland

The judges said: This is an exceptional example of engineering innovation, environmental stewardship and whole-life thinking. The UK's largest Integrated Constructed Wetland replaced a conventional grey solution with a nature-based approach, delivering a 60% reduction in embodied carbon, improved water quality and climate resilience, significant biodiversity gains and wider community benefits. The judges were impressed by the team's willingness to challenge conventional thinking, and see the project as the future direction of water engineering and a repeatable model for resilient wastewater infrastructure.

Highly commended:

Little Whelnetham to Raydon Tee Pipeline

Client/Commissioning Authority: Anglian Water
Lead Contractor: Barhale
Lead Engineer: Barhale
Other key firms associated with the project: Cotswold Archaeology, Flannery Plant Hire (Oval) , G&V Gallagher , Jacobs, Lincolnshire Drainage Company , OCU Utility Services , TPA, Wells Services (Norfolk)

Finalists:

Aghanloo Wastewater Treatment Works Upgrade

Client/Commissioning Authority: Northern Ireland Water
Lead Architect: Tetra Tech
Lead Contractor: DLJ Water
Lead Engineer: Lowry Building & Civil Engineering, Avove Ireland
Other key firms associated with the project: ARM Group, Dutypoint, Flow Technologies, Jacopa, L A Steel, M&N Hydro, Profitec, RPS Tetra Tech, Xylem

Foyle Street Network Upgrades Project

Client/Commissioning Authority: Northern Ireland Water
Lead Contractor: BSG Civil Engineering
Lead Engineer: Arup
Other key firms associated with the project: Breedon, Highway Barrier Solutions , Kane Fencing, Phace Contracts , SHM Landscapes

Hoddesdon Rising Main Burst Response

Client/Commissioning Authority: Thames Water
Lead Contractor: Barhale
Lead Engineer: Barhale
Other key firms associated with the project: AVK, Esher Scaffolding, Flannery's, HVL, Hydrainer, Robert Walpole, UTS

Lincolnshire Reservoir Ground Investigation Works

Client/Commissioning Authority: Anglian Water
Lead Contractor: Costain Group
Lead Engineer: Mott MacDonald
Other key firms associated with the project: Arcadis, Blackwell Earthmoving , Fisher German, Jacobs

Strelley to Redhill Trunk Main

Client/Commissioning Authority: Avove
Lead Architect: Avove
Lead Contractor: Avove
Lead Engineer: Avove
Other key firms associated with the project: HB Tunnelling, Waitings

Best Projects - Building & Infrastructure

International Project Award

This category recognises the best projects successfully delivered outside the UK, showcasing exceptional innovation, collaboration, and impact on a global scale.

Winner:

Rothera Modernisation Project: Discovery Building, Antarctica

Client/Commissioning Authority: British Antarctic Survey
Lead Architect: Hugh Broughton Architects
Lead Contractor: BAM
Lead Engineer: Sweco
Other key firms associated with the project: Bam; Booth Doors; DTGen; Egroup; G&A Barnie; Ramboll; Trans Global Partners

The judges described this as a unique project in an extreme environment. They praised an excellent demonstration of working as one team, effective use of the digital team, and innovative ways of working. There was very detailed thinking about end users and operatives after commissioning, along with a good approach to health and safety during live operation and a clear demonstration of ED&I. Sustainability KPIs were very evident. The design of the wind deflector was innovative and drove the right outcome once operational, and the judges saw the innovations on this project as scalable.

Highly commended:

START-Ivry, Greater Paris, France

Client/Commissioning Authority: SADEV94 and SOGEPROM Realisations
Lead Architect: STAR strategies + architecture
Lead Contractor: Bouygues Bâtiment Ile-de-France
Lead Engineer: EDEIS ingénierie and HOME Ingénierie
Other key firms associated with the project: Acova, Artevia, Balsan, Board (Bureau of Architecture, Research, and Design), BTP Consultants, Bugal, Cadap, Chene Vert, Clareo, Coop'Ivry, Finimetal, Gerflor, Grohe, Hoppe, Ideal Standard, Kone, Malerba, MC France, Moderna, Normbau, Pieri, Porcelanosa, Renz, Rigitone, Roca, Saint-Gobain, Schneider, Seigneurie, Sogal, Tarkett, Theuma, Topager, Valophis, Verimpex

Finalists:

AI-Driven Sustainable Foundation KSA, Saudi Arabia

Client/Commissioning Authority: Sky Specialized
Lead Contractor: Civil Pillars
Lead Engineer: GeoStruXer
Other key firms associated with the project: Ischebeck Titan Micropiles

King Salman Energy Park, Saudi Arabia

Client/Commissioning Authority: Saudi Aramco
Lead Architect: Saudi Arabian Parsons
Lead Contractor: Shibh Al Jazira Contracting Co.
Lead Engineer: Saudi Aramco
Other key firms associated with the project: China Railways Construction Corp., Dar Al Handasah Consultants, Naizak, Sinohydro Corporation

Morava Corridor Motorway, Serbia

Client/Commissioning Authority: Koridori
Lead Engineer: Bechtel-ENKA

Silver Arrow - Sprung über die Emscher, Germany

Client/Commissioning Authority: EMSCHERGENOSSENSCHAFT/LIPPEVERBAND
Lead Architect: DKFS
Lead Contractor: MCE GmbH
Lead Engineer: DKFS with Schüßler-Plan

Small Project Award

Winner:

The National Gallery Roden Centre for Creative Learning

An inspiring transformation of a Grade I-listed cultural asset, overcoming the challenges of a live environment through strong co-design and stakeholder collaboration to create a safe, accessible and inclusive learning space for children, families, schools, SEN users and adults. Interactive design, healthy materials and targeted acoustic improvements have enhanced learning, communication and engagement, while the building itself is used as a tool to explore sustainability and environmental responsibility. Energy reduction of use was improved and zero landfill. The client described the impact as transformational for both the team and the children who use it, creating a creative, sustainable and highly purposeful environment for learning with clear long-term value.

Biggest Impact

Digital Impact Award

This category recognises the best examples of driving the use of smart technologies in construction to improve design, delivery or safety.

Winner:

Anglian Water, Clancy, Kier and Arqiv - Transforming Water Demand Through Data and Engagement

The judges were particularly impressed by how the infrastructure underpinning the capability has scaled at pace. Customer engagement was impressive, driving different customer behaviours, and this is reflected in customer satisfaction scores. The judges also highlighted several uses of inbound data to drive decision-making and positive intervention within the organisation, particularly in educating residents about ongoing leaks, which saved both cost and water.

Highly commended:

Skanska UK - Made Ground Insight Model

Finalists:

Arcadis - Invisible to insights: Digital Transformation of Islington Tunnel

Balfour Beatty Rail - Increasing the digital footprint throughout the project lifecycle

Balfour Beatty VINCI - Industrialised OpenBIM Data Assurance Pipeline for HS2 Area North

Costain - Gallows Corner Flyover Immersive Digital Rehearsals

OptimiseAI - Real-Time Net Zero Across Scotland's Railway Estate

Restoration and Renewal Delivery Authority - Digitally reimagining the Palace of Westminster

Saudi Aramco - King Salman Energy Park (SPARK) Projects

Tilbury Douglas - AI-Powered Humanoid Site Assistant

Health, Safety & Wellbeing Impact Award

This category seeks to recognise project teams that understand the importance of creating a safe and healthy working environment and strive to improve wellbeing of those delivering the work.

Winner:

JN Bentley - Controlling of High Energy Hazards

Simple and effective concept from design through to onsite application to remove high energy hazards from the task utilising direct and indirect engineering controls and removing serious and fatal injury potential. A transferable and scalable initiative which will have impact across the wider construction industry and will help grow awareness and effective control of high energy hazards. The judges thought this concept would benefit a wider range of sectors within industry.

Finalists:

Ardmore Construction Group - The Whiteleys Redevelopment

Balfour Beatty - Streetlighting Columns Testing-Led Methodology Initiative

Balfour Beatty & 3M - Inclusive PAPR Respiratory Protection – M1 J10–13

innDex - Transforming Safety Culture at Clarion Housing Group

M Group - Brilliant at the Basics

Ogilvie Construction - Haymarket Yards Workforce Wellbeing Initiative

Tilbury Douglas - Beyond Compliance: A New Standard for Wellbeing

VGC Group - Highways Framework

Ward and Burke Construction - Pump Station Access Cover with Integrated Fixed Fall Protection

Innovation Impact Award

This category recognises an innovation in products for design or construction that are deployed on specific projects and that are boosting overall project outcomes.

Winner:

Colas Rail UK and Coventry City Council - Coventry Very Light Rail Demonstrator Track

This project team are challenging the norms that stand in the way of implementing innovation at scale. Local infrastructure and academic leaders have come together to drive significant innovation that gamechanges light rail implementation in the UK. This pratical approach demonstrates the success of inclusive system thinkings and evidence based trials. This large scale approach has been positive in uncovering key performance features of the system. The judges feel this pioneering entry will not only realise benenfits in coventry but across the UK.

Highly commended:

Scott Whitby Studio - Church House

Finalists:

Agreka Build - Demonstrating WHEATEX® Natural Fibre Insulation in Retrofit Environments

Atkinsrealis in collaboration with National Highways and Jacobs - National Highways Structures Moonshot

Bear Engineering Solutions and Knights Brown - Berthon Marina Piling Gate

Costain - Safety & Sustainability by Design at Gallows Corner

Ferrovial BEMO JV - Vertical Shaft Sinking Machine on Infrastructure projects

Holcim UK - Bio-Espresso Biochar Concrete, Whale on the Wharf

Hyperion Robotics - Low carbon foundations for Usk reservoir

Ward and Burke Construction - Pump Station Access Cover with Integrated Fixed Fall Protection – Yorkshire Water Storm Overflow Alliance

Net Zero Carbon Impact Award

This category will recognise the best examples of leading the field with reducing embodied carbon through the design, or construction of new infrastructure or buildings to support the government’s target to be carbon net zero by 2050.

Winner:

Scott Whitby Studio - Church House

The entry demonstrated a clear vision and client brief, with the client giving the project team the scope to embrace new and innovative ideas. The implementation was particularly compelling, especially the use of sprayed cork on the walls, which intrigued the judges and provided a strong example of low-impact intervention. The improvements achieved to a Grade II listed building in such a sensitive and preservational way were highly impressive, and naturally raised the question of why more buildings could not be approached in a similar manner. The use of the product at scale clearly pushed boundaries, while the balance between operational and embodied carbon was handled very well. Overall, this was seen as an exemplar project with significant wider relevance, and a strong model for how similar buildings could be improved in future.

Highly commended:

RSE - RSE-TMB is a Key Net Zero Driver

Finalists:

Dumarey Flybrid - Small Battery Powering Tower Cranes

Environment Agency - Copley Flood Alleviation Scheme

FM Conway - M4 J16–15 Low Carbon Resurfacing

Hackney Council - Greener together: Where sustainability plans become everyday change

M Group - LiveLabs2: A382 Jetty Marsh Link Road Carbon Negative Highway

Mott MacDonald and the Greater London Authority - Mayor of London’s Zero Carbon Accelerator – Scaling up London’s ability to decarbonise

NZC Solutions - Winvic Construction – Multi-project implementation across commercial and industrial developments

Thornton Tomasetti / Holcim UK - The Whale on the Wharf (Skyscraper)

Zed Pods - Crofts House, Sandford

Social Value & Community Impact Award

This category recognises the best examples of generating social value and community impact - improving the lives and prospects of the communities that live close to the project area.

Winner:

Taylor Woodrow - The Plan & Pitch Project

Judges called Plan & Pitch an exceptional example of targeted social value built around the needs and potential of young people. It goes well beyond conventional careers engagement, giving participants, particularly those at risk of exclusion, genuine agency to design something delivered in their own community. The significant shift in participants considering construction careers, together with a tangible physical legacy, shows the power of early intervention. Rather than consulting young people, it empowers them as creators and decision-makers. The judges were unanimous that this was the standout submission, and see it as a benchmark for placing young people at the centre of project design and delivery.

Highly commended:

Constructing Change - Learning in Action: Building Future Construction Workforce

Finalists:

Arcus Projects - Keelham Primary School, Resilient Schools Programme

Balfour Beatty/VolkerFitzPatrick - Nightingale Forest School Renewal for Community Wellbeing

Elements Green - NG+: Powering Local Benefit Through Clean Energy

Environment Agency - Copley Flood Alleviation Scheme

Environment Agency - Salisbury River Park

McGregor Bowes - Community-Owned Heritage Regeneration: John O'Groats Mill, Caithness

Ogilvie Construction - Greenock Adult Learning & Community Hub Initiative

Royal British Veterans Enterprise - Inclusive Manufacturing Transforming Veteran and Disability Employment

Taylor Woodrow - Northumberland Street Public Realm

Tilbury Douglas - Prince Charles Hospital Community Impact and Skills Initiative

Sustainability & Environmental Impact Award

This award seeks to recognise project teams that have introduced a specific project-based initiative targeting a lower carbon solution, specifically boosting the whole life sustainability of the project or is improving environmental sensitivity.

Winner:

Mott MacDonald Bentley - Dearne Reach Integrated Constructed Wetland

Dearne Reach pioneered a 4.3-hectare Integrated Constructed Wetland that naturally manages storm overflows and filters river pollutants. The scheme replaced a conventional solution that would have required a 7,000m³ concrete storage tank and 4.5km of steel pipeline, delivering the same objectives with dramatically lower environmental impact.

Finalists:

Arcadis & Galliford Try - Cutting Carbon, Building Resilience, Redefining Highway Design

Balfour Beatty - M1-A1 DBFO Boundary Fencing: Evidence-Led Selective Renewal

British Antarctic Survey - Discovery Building Low‑Carbon Resilient Antarctic Research Hub

Connect Plus Services, Connect Plus, Octavius and National Highways - M1 J6 Carbon Reduction Scheme

Costain - Outstanding Carbon Reduction at Gallows Corner

Galliford Try - Species Rich Grassland Trials

HAHN Plastics UK - Redefining Retaining Infrastructure Through Circular Innovation

OptimiseAI - Real-Time Net Zero Across Scotland's Railway Estate

Thornton Tomasetti / Holcim UK - The Whale on the Wharf (Skyscraper)

Zed Pods - Crofts House, Sandford

Biggest Impact

Digital Impact Award

This category recognises the best examples of driving the use of smart technologies in construction to improve design, delivery or safety.

Digital solutions used in the right way have the potential to improve project efficiency at every stage and to allow engineers to focus their skills on the more technical challenging aspects of scheme. However, understanding why a solution is adopted over another, benchmarking its use to demonstrate success and look for continued improvements is critical to ensure technology allows engineers to work smarter.

Client/Commissioning Authority: xxxx
Lead Architect: xxxx
Lead Contractor: xxxx
Lead Engineer: xxxx
Other key firms associated with the project: xxxx

Health, Safety & Wellbeing Impact Award

This category seeks to recognise project teams that understand the importance of creating a safe and healthy working environment and strive to improve wellbeing of those delivering the work. Judges will be particularly keen to see examples of initiatives that tackle mental health.

Client/Commissioning Authority: xxxx
Lead Architect: xxxx
Lead Contractor: xxxx
Lead Engineer: xxxx
Other key firms associated with the project: xxxx

Design & Delivery

Architectural Design Excellence Award

This category recognises the best examples of pushing the boundaries of architectural innovation, combining creativity with practical functionality to enhance the built environment.

Winner:

David Kohn Architects - The Gradel Quadrangles - New College Oxford

The judges said: This project shows how a bold unique architectural approach can overcome the cautious views of local planners and win the support and hearts of the local community. An amazing piece of joyful architecture celebrating the College's openness and diversity while solving a challenging site with competing functions. The craftsmanship and artwork integrated into the design realised the ambition to create a timeless building that will last for future generations.

Highly commended:

AtkinsRéalis - Prestley Wood Academy - A Specialist SEND School

Finalists:

Allford Hall Monaghan Morris - 1 Broadgate

Grimshaw - HS2 Colne Valley Viaduct

McGregor Bowes - John O'Groats Mill: Conservation and New Extension, Caithness

Penwarden Hale Architects and Graphisoft - Oriel College

Scott Whitby Studio - Church House

Construction Excellence Award

This category recognises the best examples of main contractors pushing the boundaries of great delivery through exceptional skill, innovation, and dedication in delivering high-quality construction projects.

Winner:

Ferrovial BEMO JV - Grain to Tilbury Tunnel

The judges were impressed by the adoption of the innovative vertical shaft machine, only the second application in the UK. This was done with the safety of the workforce foremost in mind from the outset, with operatives removed from exposure to hazards by taking them out of the shaft. The judges also noted an impressive reduction in programme, achieved through collaborative approaches to working with stakeholders.

Highly commended:

SCS - Innovative delivery of the HS2 Copthall Cut&Cover Tunnel

Finalists:

HS2 Integrated Project Team Area North: Balfour Beatty VINCI, Mott MacDonald SYSTRA Design JV and HS2 supported by Freyssinet - HS2 – A46 Kenilworth Bypass Box push

Barhale - Folkestone Road Strategic Pumping Station Upgrade

The TRUEast Alliance - Crawhshaw woods cast iron arch refurbishment

VolkerFitzpatrick - M27 Junction 10 Improvement – Underpass Installation

VolkerStevin - Keel Crossing

Wentworth, Keltbray and Arup - Fifty Fenchurch Street

Engineering Excellence Award

This category recognises the best examples of pushing the boundaries of engineering design and delivery, demonstrating outstanding innovation, precision, and problem-solving in delivering exceptional project outcomes.

Winner:

Align-D - Colne Valley Viaduct: engineering UK’s longest rail viaduct

The judges called this truly impressive engineering from start to finish, with rigorous design combined with innovative delivery to realise the UK's longest railway bridge. The architectural vision was realised sympathetically through outstanding engineering, including the reintroduction to the UK of internal bonded post-tensioning in precast segmental bridge construction. This was achieved through an extraordinary site-based system for manufacture, assembly and installation, using state-of-the-art casting technology and a re-used erection gantry.

Highly commended:

Wentworth, Keltbray and Arup - Fifty Fenchurch Street

Finalists:

AtkinsRéalis - Haverfordwest Footbridge

AtkinsRéalis - Marlow Suspension Bridge Management and Conservation Works Design

Bechtel-ENKA - Morava Corridor Motorway Project

Buro Happold, Pascall + Watson, Hoare Lea and Manchester Airport Group - MAN-TP Phase 2 - Terminal 2 Reconfiguration

Davies Maguire - 7 Princes Street

The TRUEast Alliance - Crawshaw Woods cast iron arch refurbishment

Thornton Tomasetti - The Whale on the Wharf (Skyscraper)

VolkerStevin - Keel Crossing

Project Team Excellence Award

This category recognises the best examples of exceptional collaboration, leadership, and commitment to delivering outstanding results.

Winner:

Rothera Modernisation Project

Client/Commissioning Authority: British Antarctic Survey
Lead Architect: Sweco, Ramboll
Lead Contractor: BAM
Lead Engineer: Hugh Broughton Architects, G&A Barnie , Norr Architects
Other key firms associated with the project: Bam, British Antarctic Survey, G&A Barnie, Hugh Broughton Architects, Norr Architects, Ramboll, Sweco

The judges said the team strategically sought the best ways of working to construct and operate a transformative infrastructure project at the bottom of the world, exceeding expectations. Across the wider project team, their passion and commitment to a unifying purpose and their focus on legacy shone through.

Finalists:

A432 Badminton Road Bridge Replacement

Client/Commissioning Authority: National Highways
Lead Architect: WSP
Lead Contractor: Taylor Woodrow
Lead Engineer: ETM Recycling, GAP, Plantforce, Flannery, Heidelberg Materials, TR Scaffold
Other key firms associated with the project: Carney Construction, FM Conway, HW Martin, Mway Comms, Nusteel, S Evans & Sons

Bolton Wastewater Treatment Works - AMP7 Quality

Client/Commissioning Authority: United Utilities
Lead Architect: Mott MacDonald Bentley
Lead Contractor: Mott MacDonald Bentley
Lead Engineer: Mott MacDonald Bentley

Bristow Search & Rescue Training Centre

Client/Commissioning Authority: Bristow Group
Lead Architect: Mildren Construction
Lead Contractor: Mildren Construction
Lead Engineer: Mildren Construction

Clifton Rail Bridge Replacement

Client/Commissioning Authority: Network Rail
Lead Architect: Mott MacDonald, Ramboll, Tony Gee and Partners
Lead Contractor: Skanska
Lead Engineer: J&D Pierce, Armac, FP McCann, Mammoet, Ekspan
Other key firms associated with the project: Armac, Ekspan, FP McCann, J&D Pierce, Mammoet, Mott MacDonald, Network Rail, Ramboll, Skanska, Tony Gee and Partners

Earthquake Engineering Field Investigation Team - Morocco Mission

Lead Engineer: AECOM
Other key firms associated with the project: Cardiff University, University College London, University of Plymouth

Essex Highways Priority One Programme

Client/Commissioning Authority: Essex County Council (ECC)
Lead Contractor: Ringway Jacobs
Lead Engineer: Jacobs
Other key firms associated with the project: Eurovia

HS2 M6 South Motorway viaduct integrated project team

Client/Commissioning Authority: HS2
Lead Architect: Mott MacDonald SYSTRA and WW+P Architects Design Joint Venture
Lead Contractor: Balfour Beatty VINCI
Lead Engineer: Victor Buyck Steel Construction – Structural Steelwork and Launching, SIAN Formwork – Formwork Reinforcement & Concrete Works, CCS Scaffolding – Vertical Access, SB3 – Bachy Soletanche and Balfour Beatty Ground Engineering Joint Venture – Deep Foundation Works, ABM Precast – Precast Concrete Deck Slabs
Other key firms associated with the project: ABM Precast, Bachy Soletanche, Balfour Beatty Ground Engineering, Balfour Beatty Vinci, CCS Scaffolding, HS2, Mott MacDonald, Systra, and WW+P Architects Design Joint Venture, SB3, SIAN Formwork, Victor Buyck Steel Construction

LON81 Hyperscale Data Centre Campus

Client/Commissioning Authority: Sweet Projects
Lead Architect: HDR & NWA
Lead Contractor: Bladeroom Group, Gratte Brother, Core Group
Lead Engineer: Laminar Projects, Cahill Structures - Steel, Delineate - Cladding, Toureen - Civil, Creagh - Precast Concrete
Other key firms associated with the project: BRG, Cahill Structures, Core Group, Creagh, Delineate, GBL, HDR, NWA, Sweet Projects, Toureen

M25 Pavement Transformation

Client/Commissioning Authority: Connect Plus
Lead Architect: Connect Plus Services Investment Team
Lead Contractor: Milestone, Tarmac
Lead Engineer: Connect Plus Plus Asset Team

Manchester Airport Transformation Programme

Client/Commissioning Authority: Manchester Airport Group
Lead Architect: Pascall + Watson
Lead Contractor: Multiple Contractors managed by Manchester Airport
Lead Engineer: Buro Happold, Hoare Lea
Other key firms associated with the project: Bethells, Mace, McCrory Group, NB Bailey

Northumberland Line - One Team

Client/Commissioning Authority: Northumberland County Council
Lead Architect: AECOM/SLC
Lead Contractor: Morgan Sindall
Lead Engineer: EcoNorth , Ricardo Rail , TÜV Rheinland UK , Project Planning
Other key firms associated with the project: Aecom, EcoNorth, Morgan Sindall, Northumberland County Council, Project Planning, Ricardo Rail, SLC, TÜV Rheinland UK