Following requests from a number of companies, the deadline to submit an entry for the Construction Awards of Excellence has been extended to Friday 8th May.
This extension is intended to provide additional time for those managing other key commitments.
We hope this additional time allows you to make the most of this opportunity and ensure your work receives the recognition it deserves.
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If you’ve been meaning to enter, now’s the moment. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this year’s awards!
This year’s programme spans four key areas.
Best Business Categories
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Best Building Contractor (up to £10m turnover)
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Best Building Contractor (£10m to £50m turnover)
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Best Building Contractor (£50m+ turnover)
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Outstanding Housebuilder
These awards recognise commercial performance, quality delivery, client satisfaction and commitment to industry standards.
Project Categories
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Public Sector Project of the Year
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Private Sector Project of the Year
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Excellence in Sustainable Construction
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Remarkable Renovation and Restoration / Heritage and Conservation Project
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Outstanding Housing Development
From major public infrastructure to complex heritage restoration and housing delivery, these categories celebrate projects that demonstrate technical excellence, collaboration and measurable impact.
Individual Recognition Categories
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Rising Star
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NFB Special Recognition Award
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Excellence in Heritage Craft
These awards shine a light on the individuals driving standards across the sector, from emerging leaders to highly skilled heritage specialists safeguarding traditional craft.
Business and Innovation Categories
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Future of Construction Award for pioneering use of Digital, Data, Technology and AI
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Health, Safety, and Wellbeing Excellence
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Outstanding Training Initiative
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Construction Employer of the Year
These categories reflect the changing priorities of the industry, recognising digital transformation, workforce wellbeing, skills investment and responsible employment practices.
Building on the Success of 2025
The 2025 awards highlighted the breadth of talent and capability across the NFB membership and wider construction community.
Winning organisations demonstrated strong performance in sustainable delivery, housing development, digital innovation and workforce development, underlining the sector’s continued resilience and adaptability.
The 2026 programme aims to build on that momentum, offering a platform for organisations to benchmark their work against peers and gain recognition at a national level.
