Advisory Services Provider of the Year

Winner:

• Stantec

"Demonstrated strong relationships across many clients and a strategic and integrated approach to advisory services. "

Finalists:

• Ardent
• Bird & Bird
• Bourton Group
• Ian Cheveau Marketing Consultancy
• Tungsten Capital International

Best Delivery of Business Change

Winner:

• Method Grid

"The judges were impressed with the impact that Method Grid had on their much larger client in Network Rail. Method Grid's approach has clearly had an impact with impressive user numbers. The adoption of AI and their approach to future change is impressive. Well done!" 

Highly Commended:

• Danny Sullivan Group

Finalists:

• PAS NW

Best Place to Work – Contractor

Winner:

• Spencer Group

"The judges were wowed by the results of the staff survey that showed how successful this company's personalised development approach is. The company is a founder of the local University Technical College that helps young people to stay local and provides a pipeline of talent. The panel particularly liked the strapline: Hard Hats, Soft Hearts."

Finalists:

• EKFB
• Farrans Construction
• Kilnbridge

Best Place to Work – Large Consulting Firm

Winner:

• Haskoning

"Brilliant presentation — comprehensive, proactive and polished. The breadth of the employee-owned model in creating a best place to work was very evident. This organisation in particular has hit the mark on the right investments to create a genuine impact for employees. Leadership representation as part of the in-person presentation team was noted and appreciated. A very good and comprehensive range of initiatives was presented, with clear explanation of how these are implemented and refined to meet the needs of a diverse workforce. Well-presented metrics and examples supported the statements made in the presentation and discussion."

Finalists:

• AtkinsRéalis
• Pell Frischmann
• Stantec
• WSP

Best Place to Work – SME Consulting Firm

Winner:

• Knight Architects

"Excellent presentation and very good submission, ticking all the boxes and incorporating feedback from the previous round. The size of the firm makes the achievements more impressive. Congratulations!"

Highly Commended:

• Metis Consultants

Finalists:

• Align Property Partners
• GB Card & Partners
• Laminar Projects
• Link Engineering
• Management Commercial Engineering
• Mine Environment Management
• QED Structures
• SRC Infrastructure

Consulting Firm of the Year

Winner:

• Pell Frischmann

"This company lives its values, and the heart of its technical excellence is built on its focus on people. PF was an early adopter of the Science Based Targets initiative. It has outstanding people and diversity results, and an extremely comprehensive carbon reduction programme."

Highly Commended:

• Align Property Partners

Finalists:

• AtkinsRéalis
• Cundall
• Network Rail Consulting
• Robert Bird Group
• Stantec

Contractor of the Year

Winner:

• Murphy

"An impressive presentation demonstrating solid performance growth while maintaining a strong focus on employee development. The company's zero-carbon and social value efforts are market-leading, and its ability to diversify further supports its growth. The investment in green plant is commendable."

Highly Commended:

• Kilnbridge

Finalists:

• Barhale
• Fugro
• PAS NW
• Taylor Woodrow

Environmental, Social and Governance Leader – Consultant

Winner:

• Allora Infrastructure

"Judges were very impressed with the passionate presentation and approach taken by Allora Infrastructure. ESG measures are well thought through and measured against SDGs. There is great commitment and evidence of shared learning across the organisation. It was clear that ESG is built into the core culture of the organisation, including the commitment to achieving B Corp status. This organisation is definitely punching above its size."

Finalists:

• Haskoning
• Stantec

Environmental, Social and Governance Leader – Contractor

Winner

• Laing O'Rourke

"The entry demonstrated passion, commitment and ambition regarding ESG. It evidenced how board-level accountability has successfully embedded ESG through the entire organisation and recognised how the commitment to ESG will also help the commercial sustainability of the organisation and its supply chains in a demanding market sector."

Highly Commended:

• John Sisk & Son

Finalists:

• FC Civils Solutions with EKFB
• Strabag UK

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Leader – Consultant

Winner:

• AtkinsRéalis

"The judges noted that the AtkinsRéalis submission demonstrated a true commitment to influencing and impacting equality, diversity and inclusion in the wider industry and talent pipeline. The Different Makes a Difference programme, sponsored by the CEO, highlighted leadership commitment at the highest level. The Supply Chain Diversity programme is data-driven and builds capacity in the supply chain through bespoke development activities. It was clear that AtkinsRéalis is striving to better serve and reflect the communities they work in."

Finalists:

• Arcadis
• Bechtel
• Mine Environment Management
• Mott MacDonald
• Pell Frischmann
• QED Structures
• WSP

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Leader – Contractor

Winner:

• Murphy

"A great example of how EDI is integral to successful business performance and is a core part of the global business strategy. The strategy was clearly embedded throughout the organisation. The fact that the prisons programme has now been picked up across the sector is testament to the leadership of this organisation. Many aspects of diversity were addressed, including LGBTQIA+, neurodiversity and NEETs. The strategies were translated into meaningful local impact and social value activities, with feedback gathered from all levels of the organisation."

Finalists:

• Danny Sullivan Group
• Skanska UK
• Strabag UK

Impact in Energy

Winner:

• Buro Happold

"The judges appreciated Buro's ability to deliver projects on the ground. The multi-metric approach provides resilience in a rapidly evolving market, and the organisation demonstrated nimble decision-making skills. Investment in an energy academy illustrates ambition to build internal skills and engage with the supply chain. This reflected a real-world, tangible impact across the energy landscape, spanning regional districts and buildings. The work is underpinned by strong growth in financial performance while expanding internal capabilities. Studies and a techno-economics approach have played a key role in triggering policy changes."

Highly Commended:

• AtkinsRéalis

Finalists:

• Fugro
• Haskoning

Impact in Structures

Winner:

• FC Civils Solutions with EKFB

"The judges commended the creative and innovative solutions for the design and construction of several bridge structures for HS2, which were inspired by tried and tested practices from within the organisation. A very impressive and enthusiastic presentation made clear the team’s drive to deliver simpler and lower-carbon proposals, while maintaining cost efficiency and constructability. It was also reassuring to see that the original design concept for the viaduct structures was developed in alignment with the HS2 Design Vision. The panel encourages FC Civils Solutions to promote its innovative methodologies more widely, both within the UK and internationally, as these could have a beneficial impact on major infrastructure projects."

Finalists:

• Align Property Partners
• Kilnbridge
• Knight Architects
• Robert Bird Group

Impact in Transport

Winner:

• Aecom

The judges were impressed with the passion that Peter and Paul brought to their work in improving public spaces and active travel. They empower team members to suggest and lead innovations within projects, as evidenced by memberships in professional institutions and award-winning graduates. They lead a team that is growing in capability through internal promotion and recruitment of graduates and apprentices, contributing to a high retention rate. They have also continued to build strong relationships with local authorities, expanding their client base and supporting all project phases.

Finalists:

• Bird & Bird
• PJ Hegarty
• Topbond Group

Impact in Water and Environment – Contractor

Winner:

• SDS

"The judges liked the simplicity of the solution and its scalability, viewing it as a more innovative approach. There were strong calls for the societal and cultural shift the team is seeking to influence, with an integrated approach that was clearly articulated. The judges appreciated that the solution could be applied at a variety of scales and noted that the team has set a strong benchmark in sustainability standards. Raising awareness through educational initiatives — including work in schools and research at universities — alongside project delivery, adds to the impact. The lasting legacy of aiming to create a wider societal change was a key strength in this submission. Overall, despite the small size of the business, the judges felt this team are sector leaders."

Highly Commended:

• Selwood

Finalists:

• Kier
• Mott MacDonald Bentley
• Selwood
• Topbond Group

Impact in Water and Environment – Consultant

Winner:

• Arup

"The panel was particularly impressed with Arup’s growth in the sector and its role in incubating innovative SMEs, including bearing additional commercial risk associated with supporting early-stage companies. Depth and breadth were demonstrated across all judging criteria. The New Future for Water thought leadership piece distinguished their client engagement approach. Convening power was evident across all levels of the supply chain — from government to volunteers."

Finalists:

• Allora Infrastructure
• Haskoning
• Mine Environment Management
• Moffatt & Nichol
• Mott MacDonald
• Stantec
• Whitby Wood

International Firm of the Year

Winner:

• AtkinsRéalis

"Laura Armstrong and Scott Kelly of AtkinsRéalis delivered a high-quality presentation that built on the written submission with additional detail on the international strategy and rebranding. These initiatives have contributed to significant revenue and staff growth in international markets over the last 18 months. The presentation and discussion demonstrated how each strategy promoted growth and excellence across existing and new sectors. The panel also noted and appreciated the gender diversity of the presenters."

Highly Commended:

• EI Australia

Finalists:

• Management Commercial Engineering
• Network Rail Consulting

Product Solutions Provider of the Year

Winner:

• Flood Technology Group

"The judges were impressed by a well-thought-out and cost-effective solution to a major flood risk challenge. The solution demonstrated broad applicability — from mobile housing to national infrastructure — and addressed flood prediction alongside key business considerations such as insurance and finance."

Finalists:

• Changemaker 3D
• Flood Technology Group
• VJ Technology

SME Consulting Firm of the Year

Winner:

• Environmental Protection Group

"Fantastic presentation — it met all the required criteria. Innovative and a key player in its field. The panel noted strong industry involvement, including pro bono work and standards writing, which helped set this submission apart."

Highly Commended:

• Link Engineering

Finalists:

• Agilia Infrastructure Partners
• Allora Infrastructure
• Beam Consulting Engineers
• engineeria
• Jensen Hunt Design
• Knight Architects
• Mine Environment Management
• SRC Infrastructure
• Sutcliffe

Software Solutions Provider of the Year

Winner:

• Chime Software

"A passionate presentation that demonstrated a deep understanding of the market and a clear, practical focus on delivering real client value. The judges were impressed by the balance of innovation, awareness of limitations, and strong vision, making Chime a standout entry."

Highly Commended:

• FYLD

Finalists:

• 4PS Construction Solutions
• Cognizant (for Network Rail)
• EKFB with Palantir
• innDex
• Jacobs
• Lattice Build Technology
• Previsico
• Qflow & Galliford Try
• ViridiPath

Specialist Contractor of the Year

Winner:

• Kilnbridge

"Excellent growth and increased profitability following the move to employee ownership. Clear investment across the business has been positively received by clients. The business is strongly aligned around shared values and a culture of ownership, reflected in the high-quality projects delivered with major clients across diverse sectors. A thoroughly professional submission and presentation, with senior leadership involvement that underscored their commitment to this category."

Finalists:

• Kaymac Marine & Civil Engineering
• PAS NW
• Topbond Group