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The wait is over.
After an incredible response to this year’s awards, we are proud to reveal the 2026 Building The Future Awards Finalists.
Every year, the Building The Future Awards recognises the outstanding individuals, businesses, and teams who are raising standards across the construction industry. From inspiring young professionals to forward-thinking organisations, these finalists represent the passion, innovation, craftsmanship, and leadership that are shaping the future of construction.
The standard of nominations this year was exceptionally high, making the judging process more competitive than ever. Each finalist has demonstrated excellence within their category and earned their place through remarkable achievements, dedication to their profession, and commitment to driving the industry forward.
Being named a finalist is a significant accomplishment, and we extend our sincere congratulations to everyone who has been shortlisted.
As we count down to the awards ceremony, we look forward to celebrating the incredible people and organisations making a lasting impact on the future of construction.
Congratulations to all of our 2026 Finalists—we wish you the very best of luck.
Best Construction Industry Training Provider
Celebrating organisations that deliver exceptional training and skills development programs, helping to prepare the next generation of construction professionals.
- Digital Twin Skills Academy CIC
- Clark Contracts
- AccXel Ltd
- Learning Skills Partnership
- PGL Midlands Ltd
- J McCann & Co Limited
- The Skills Centre
Best HE/FE Provider Supporting Careers in Construction
Recognising Further Education (FE) and Higher Education (HE) providers that demonstrate excellence in preparing the next generation of construction professionals. This combined award celebrates institutions delivering outstanding education, industry-relevant training, and meaningful opportunities that equip students with the skills, knowledge, and experience to thrive in the construction industry.
- London Borough of Barking & Dagenham
- Leicester College
- AccXel Ltd
- South and City College Birmingham
- Juniper Training
- Elevated Knowledge
Employer of the Year – Large (250+ Employees)
Honouring large organisations that excel in supporting young talent through training, mentorship, and career development opportunities.
- Maintenance and Contracting Services (MCS)
- Doocey Group
- United Infrastructure
- Leica Geosystems part of Hexagon
- Jenner Group
- Clark Contracts
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.
- HB Birmingham (Construction) Ltd
- Hobson & Porter Ltd
- Pareto Projects
- Elan Civil Engineering
- Easy Slabber
- Wiggett Group
Excellence in Digital Construction
Recognising organisations that are transforming construction through the innovative use of digital technology, data, and connected solutions. This award celebrates those driving greater efficiency, collaboration, and smarter project delivery across the built environment.
- Nathaniel Reid – Morero
- Sahas Vankadara- Kane Group
- Tom Newton- Price Worx
- Giovanni Bortolin – Cast Consultancy
- Nickel Innis -WSP
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.
- Alice Barker – Rapleys
- Kufre Usen Antia – Northumberland University
- David Kindness – Robertson Construction
- Niina Grinsted – Ridge & Partners LLP
- Ashleigh Weise – Currie & Brown
- Sahas Vankadara – Kane Group
- Nathaniel Reid – Morero
- Kiara Orchard – Sellafield 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.
- Kufre Usen Antia – Northumberland University
- Damian Brown – Bishop Burton
- Elisabeth Eweka – ENGRL – Girls in Engineering
- Marina Georgieva – ADP Architecture
- Nickel Innis – WSP
- Ella Sandall – Jenner Group
- Andrea White – A W Fire
- Amy Yates – Trant Engineering Ltd
- Harrison Dawes- M&A Doocey Civil Engineering Limited
- Mark Young – Hobson & Porter
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.
- Tom Stolliday – Atkins Realis
- Rosie Payne – Park Farm Joinery
- Owen Walker – Hobson Porter
- Maya, Zamir – Mott MacDonald
- Finley Hickmott – Woodley Coles LLP
- Fergie Atwell – Atwell Building & Restoration
- Ewan Garvie – Trant Engineering Ltd
- Eloise Lane – AbPorts
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.
- Allison Au – Gensler
- Finlay Cousins – Powell Design & Construction Ltd
- Matt Bonney – GCP Chartered Architects
- Marina Georgieva – ADP Architecture
- Weronika Galecka – Corstorphine & Wright
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.
- Finlay Cousins – Powell Design & Construction Ltd
- Ashleigh Weise – Currie & Brown
- Damien Belle – Balfour Beatty Vinci
- Niina Grinsted – Ridge & Partners LLP
- Isni Basha – Wilten Construction Ltd
- Cameron Osguthorpe – Britcon (UK) Limited
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.
- Amin Karamy Moghadam – London Metropolitan University
- Cameron Osguthorpe – Britcon (UK) Limited
- Nickel Innis – WSP
- Matteo Sullcapuma – Glent Engineering
- Laura Gillingham – Trant Engineering Ltd
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.
- Yasmine Knox – Ward Williams
- Stacey Brooke – Ridge
- Maisie Haddock – Taylor Woodrow
- David Kindness – Robertson Construction
- Asleigh Weise – Currie & Brown
- Tasneem Najmudin – VolkerFitzpatrick Ltd
- Shira Kershner – Bechtel
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.
- Nicholas Blackmore – J McCann & Co Limited
- Christian Evans – Tetra Tech
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.
- Freya Wheatley – Atkins Realis
- Jamie Elliot – Pareto Projects
- Kiara Orchard – Sellafield Ltd
- Tom Clark – McAleer & Rushe
- Sai Raj Ankitham – Creagh Concrete
- Ramiz Beldar – HB Birmingham Construction
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.
- Jasmine Lidster – BAM UK & Ireland
- Rameesha Aamna
- James Pritchard – United Infrastructure
- Jacob Braennmark – Five Ocean Spaces
- Ahmed Aboelata – Equans UK & Ireland
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.
- Alice Barker – Rapleys
- Finley Hickmott – Woodley Coles LLP
- Ashleigh Weise – Currie & Brown
- Kian Smith – Costain Group PLC
- Isabel Partridge – Tetra Tech Europe
- Oliver Butler – Elan Civil Engineering
Best FE/ HE Student of the Year
Recognising outstanding Further Education (FE) and Higher Education (HE) students who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, academic excellence, and a genuine passion for building a career in the construction industry. This award celebrates the next generation of talent whose commitment, innovation, and ambition are helping shape the future of the built environment.
- Kufre Usen Antia – Northumberland University
- Kareem Gbadamosi – Birmingham City University
- Milly Gilbert – Gateley Smithers Purslow
- Poppy Deakin – Overbury
- Parsa Najafipour – University of Salford
- Austin Berwick – St Michael’s Catholic High School
- Dilrajan Singh Boora – Birmingham City University
THE UK BUILDING
THE FUTURE AWARDS 2026
Where construction's next generation gets recognised, inspired, and launched
10 September 2026
Sponsors, Finalists and Judges Reception
5 November 2026
The Ceremony - BTF Awards