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Celebrating the Next Generation of Industry Leaders
At Building The Future, our mission is clear: we exist to shine a spotlight on exceptional young talent in construction, champion role models from across the industry, and help bridge the critical skills gap that challenges our sector.
Each year, we open nominations for individuals and organisations who exemplify these values—showing outstanding dedication, innovation, and commitment to nurturing the next wave of professionals.
Below, you’ll find our 2025 Finalists—professionals and teams who have risen above the competition and been shortlisted from an exceptional pool of nominees. These finalists represent excellence across multiple categories and embody the energy, creativity, and leadership that will shape the future of our industry.
Please join us in congratulating them as we gear up to celebrate their achievements.
Best Construction Industry Training Provider
Celebrating organisations that deliver exceptional training and skills development programs, helping to prepare the next generation of construction professionals.
- Learning Skills Partnership
- Gallaway Construction
- Wintle-Camp Coaching Limited
- NIS Group
Best FE Provider Supporting Careers in Construction
Awarding a Further Education provider that has shown excellence in preparing young people for careers in construction through impactful education and training programs.
- Leeds College of Building
- Birmingham Metropolitan College
- South & City College
Best HE Provider Supporting Careers in Construction
Recognising a Higher Education provider that has demonstrated excellence in equipping students with the skills, knowledge, and opportunities to thrive in the construction industry.
- Leeds College of Building
- University of Wolverhampton -School of Architecture and Built Environment
- Southampton Solent University
Employer of the Year – Large (250+ Employees)
Honouring large organisations that excel in supporting young talent through training, mentorship, and career development opportunities.
- BAM UK & Ireland
- Dodd Group
- Doocey Group
- GMI Construction PLC
- Skanska UK
- The Clancy Group
- St Joseph
Employer of the Year – SME (Under 250 Employees)
Celebrating small and medium-sized enterprises that excel in nurturing young talent and creating impactful opportunities for career development. Open to organisations with fewer than 250 employees and a turnover of less than £50 million. Organisation sizes will be validated by the BTF team via Companies House based on the last full financial year of accounts.
- Gallaway Construction
- blu-3
- Chartway Group Limited
- Easy Slabber Ltd
- J.Sondh Facilities Management
Rising Star of the Year
Celebrating an individual who is relatively new to the construction industry but has already made a significant impact and shown great promise for future success.
- Sonny White – Aster Group
- Kate Moran – Equans
- Qada Francis – Morro Partnerships
- Larisa Frangulea – Berkeley Group
- Marina Strotz – Intervention Architecture Ltd
- Joe Toguri – Vinci Building
- Jay Archibald – BAM Nuttall
- Lydia Fry – Wilten Construction Ltd
Role Model of the Year
Honouring an individual who has shown outstanding leadership and serves as a role model to others in the industry, inspiring peers through their dedication and achievements.
- Renee Preston -Gallaway Construction
- Ellie Farlow (nee Carswell) – AtkinsRéalis
- Marina Strotz – Intervention Architecture Ltd
- Magda Czerwinska – Reliable Contractors
- Damian Brown – Bishop Burton College
- James Murkin – GMI Construction Group PLC
Young Apprentice of the Year
Recognising a young apprentice who has demonstrated exceptional skill, commitment, and potential in their training and development within the construction industry.
- Sianna Borland – Equans
- Harry Whale – Vinci Building
- Morgan Rees – Vinci Building
- Corey Leech – Equans
- Jay Archibald – BAM Nuttall Ltd
- Olivia Arnold – Ridge And Partners
- Harry Pullin – United Living Property Service
Young Architect or Design Professional of the Year
Celebrating a young architect or architectural professional who has made significant contributions to the field with innovative designs, creative solutions, and impactful projects.
- Marina Strotz – Intervention Architecture Ltd
- Niina Grinsted – Ridge and Partners LLP
- Laura Mills – Powell Design & Construction Ltd
Young Construction Professional of the Year
Honouring a young professional in any construction-related role who has shown remarkable talent, dedication, and contribution to the industry.
- Jake Astell – Vinci Building
- Olivia Collins – Equans
- Ellie Dallimore – AtkinsRéalis
Young Engineer of the Year
Recognising a young engineer who has shown exceptional technical expertise, innovation, and dedication in their engineering role within the construction industry.
- Marisa Kurimbokus – Raeon
- Henry Jones – BAM Nuttall Ltd
- Charlie Mewis – JNM Engineering
- Aedan Curran – Vinci Building
- Obed Appiah – HDR
Young Leader in Social Value and Sustainability
Who will be named BTF’s Young Leader in Social Value and Sustainability for 2025? Recognising the sustainability strategists who are driving the climate and corporate sustainability agenda forward, this special award is for the in-house sustainability leaders, managers and practitioners who are innovating, inspiring and initiating positive change, and those who are always willing to go the extra mile to transform business, for good.
- Nick Turner – GMI Construction Group PLC
- Marina Strotz – Intervention Architecture Ltd
- Ellie Hicks – Equans
- Milles Allibone – Dover – Skanska
- Izzy Haines – AtkinsRéalis
Young Planner of the Year
Honouring a young planning professional who has made a significant impact in shaping the future of the built environment through innovative and effective planning practices.
- Munashe Mhemba – Marrons
- Morgan Hewkin – Marrons
- Jozie Bannister – Devonshire Homes
- Nauman Chicktey – John Sisk & Son Ltd
Young Project Manager of the Year
Awarded to a young project manager who has demonstrated outstanding project management skills, successfully overseeing projects from conception to completion with excellent results.
- Rohit Malhotra – AtkinsRealis
- Gurveen Rai – AtkinsRealis
- Henry Parker – Vinci Building
- Varun Vivek Shah – Pulse Consult
Young Site Manager of the Year
Awarded to a young site manager who has excelled in managing construction projects, showcasing exemplary management skills, problem-solving abilities, and leadership.
- Nathan Hassall – Novus Solutions
- Max Jordan – Dodd Group (Midlands) Limited
- Ben Harrison – Wilten Construction
- Sam Moran – Equans
- Joseph Brown- Pobee – Avenue Building Company Limited
Young Surveyor/Commercial Manager of the Year
Recognising a young surveyor who has demonstrated outstanding skill, accuracy, and professionalism in their work, contributing to the success of construction projects.
- Rachel Cunningham – Soben, part of Accenture
- Freya Burns – Vinci Building
- Ria Curtis – Fortem
- Sirin Koca – University of London
- Harvey Weetch – GeoDefinition Limited
Building The Future Construction Awards
2025
Empowering the Built Environment and Construction Sector: Addressing the Skills Shortage and Bridging the Skills Gap by Celebrating Young Leaders and Inspiring Future Talent.
