A new category has opened for entries in the 2026 Construction Awards of Excellence, recognising outstanding achievement and performance by building contractors with annual turnovers between £10 million and £50 million.
The Best Building Contractor (£10m to £50m Turnover) category has been introduced to showcase the vital contribution of mid‑tier contractors to the UK construction industry.
These firms play an important role in delivering high‑quality projects across sectors including residential, commercial, health, education and infrastructure, often demonstrating innovation, technical capability and operational excellence despite competing with larger national contractors.
Celebrating Construction Excellence Across the Mid‑Tier
This new award category provides an opportunity for mid‑sized contractors to gain industry recognition for delivery performance, site safety standards, client satisfaction and operational resilience.
Entrants will be judged on exceptional impact across the breadth of the construction sector, whether advancing sustainability , or driving forward excellence in safety and wellbeing.
Each award recipient reflects the high standards and professionalism that underpin the industry, continually raising the bar and shaping a more innovative, responsible and forward-looking built environment.
Projects of all types delivered within the qualifying turnover band are eligible, including new build, refurbishment, adaptive reuse, heritage and mixed‑use developments, provided they demonstrate excellence in construction management and delivery.
Who Should Enter
The Best Building Contractor (£10m to £50m Turnover) category is open to UK‑registered contractors whose annual turnover from construction activities falls within the specified band.
Contractors submitting entries should demonstrate:
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A strong track record of successful project delivery
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Evidence of high levels of client satisfaction
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Innovation in construction methods
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Positive workforce development, training, and site safety outcomes
How to Enter
Entries for the Best Building Contractor (£10m to £50m Turnover) category are now open and can be submitted via the Construction Awards of Excellence website. Submissions should include a bio, a summary and relevant supporting information .
The judging panel comprises industry experts, including senior figures from across the construction sector.
Further information on entry requirements, key dates and evaluation criteria is available online.
Timeline and Award Ceremony
The entry window for the 2026 Construction Awards of Excellence runs until late April, with finalists announced in the coming months.
Winners in all categories, including Best Building Contractor (£10m to £50m Turnover), will be revealed at the Construction Awards of Excellence ceremony, at the Burlington Hotel in Birmingham, bringing together senior leaders from across the UK construction sector to celebrate achievement and innovation.
