Engineering, Construction & Infrastructure Project of the Year Award
Finalists for this category have now been announced.
Recognising and rewarding excellence in projects that deliver physical assets including infrastructure, transport and energy.
Our highly sought-after Project of the Year categories are designed to recognise project excellence, both in delivery and outcomes. There are four Project of the Year Award categories, representing different types of projects. The winners of each of these awards are entered into the prestigious overall project of the year category, of which there is one winner.
The Engineering, Construction and Infrastructure Project of the Year Award is given to the team whose project demonstrates the most effective use of project management and the greatest benefits and outcomes to end users in engineering, construction and infrastructure projects of any scale across all sectors.
We require entrants to all Project of the Year Categories to produce a submission of 1,500-2,500 words (in English) based on the judging criteria for that category. Entrants may also submit up to four pieces of supporting evidence - images or graphics only (no text apart from captions). Evidence must support information already included in the submission and must not introduce additional elements. Please see further details on the ‘Supporting evidence’ tab of the Awards platform. Video and audio is not accepted as part of the submission.
The Engineering, Construction and Infrastructure Project of the Year category is a two-stage judging category, the first stage is the written submission mentioned above. The second stage requires all finalists to present virtually to a panel of judges on Friday 5 September 2025. Projects from all sectors, and from across the globe, may apply. Entrants can be members or non-members of APM.
Winners will be announced at the Awards Ceremony on 17 November.
Congratulations and good luck to all our finalists...
Finalist | Greater Tortue Ahmeyim Phase 1 - bp
GTA Phase 1 is an LNG development offshore Mauritania and Senegal. The concept was unique, designed to take advantage of proven liquefaction technology and locating it in the Atlantic Ocean. Facilities were fabricated all over the world before being integrated offshore M&S. It fulfils a key driver of parity for both countries across the border, while also representing their first hydrocarbon investments of this scale.
The project faced challenges like COVID19 and a typhoon, but overcame them through strong leadership and collaboration. It has positively impacted local infrastructure, provided training for national technicians, and initiated environmental and social programmes.
Finalist | East West Rail Phase 2 - East West Rail Alliance consisting of AtkinsRéalis, Laing O’Rourke, Network Rail and VolkerRail
Delivered safely, ahead of time and under budget, the £1.2bn East West Rail Phase 2 (EWR2) project reopened the mothballed 33km Bicester and Bletchley route, linking people with new jobs and homes.
Creating a one-team culture, East West Rail Alliance (EWRA) leveraged partners' expertise and innovations, collaborated with local stakeholders, embedded a transformative ‘Safety in Every Choice’ programme and prioritised habitat preservation to facilitate best-for-project decision-making.
The first rail project to commit to and exceed a 10% biodiversity net gain, EWR2 delivered £3.5m of social value, facilitated workforce career development, provided connectivity, social mobility and environmental benefits.
Finalist | EDF Dungeness B Flask Route Optimisation Project - EDF
The Flask Route Optimisation project at Dungeness B Nuclear Power Station was a complex Design and Build Construction project involving multiple stakeholders across different disciplines, all completed within the Radiological Controlled Area of the nuclear power station.
The goal was to optimise the efficiency of the disposal route for radioactive nuclear fuel by increasing the number of transport flasks that the facility could process at one time. The benefits were felt almost immediately and the value of saving to the taxpayer over the next few years could be substantial.
Finalist | MASAR - KEO International Consultants
The MASAR Development in Makkah, by Umm Al Qura for Development and Construction, is an infrastructure megaproject enhancing the pilgrimage experience through world-class urban planning. Delivered on time and within budget, the 1.2 million m² development features a climate-controlled pedestrian boulevard, transport hubs, and advanced smart city systems.
Managed by KEO over eight years, the project overcame complex challenges through outstanding stakeholder coordination, innovative project management, inclusive workforce strategies, and cutting-edge construction. Aligned with Saudi Vision 2030, MASAR sets a benchmark for urban regeneration in sacred settings, driving economic growth and long-term benefits for pilgrims, residents, and the wider community.
Finalist | Avonmouth Severnside Enterprise Area - Ecology Mitigation and Flood Defence Project - Mott MacDonald Ltd
The £100M ASEA project is West of England’s largest integrated flood defence and ecological mitigation scheme. Delivered over six years (2019–2025) by BAM Nuttall and Mott MacDonald JV, it protects 2,500 properties, enables 12,000 jobs, and creates 80ha of wetland habitat. A unique governance model between the Environment Agency, Bristol City Council, and South Gloucestershire Council ensured strategic alignment, agile decision-making, and stakeholder engagement.
The project exemplifies excellence in project delivery—balancing climate resilience, biodiversity, and economic growth. It demonstrates how collaborative leadership and structured project management can deliver long-term value for communities, the environment, and the regional economy.
Finalist | Silvertown Tunnel - Transport for London and Riverlinx
The Silvertown Tunnel, delivered by Transport for London and Riverlinx, is the UK’s largest diameter bored tunnel. Completed on time and within budget, it exemplifies public-private collaboration. With industry-leading safety (AFR 0.1) and pioneering engineering, it also promises major benefits: reducing congestion at Blackwall Tunnel, cutting journey times, improving air quality and supporting economic growth in East London.
The project’s innovation includes the first-ever rotation of the UK’s largest Tunnel Boring Machine and environmental performance by removing over 125,000 HGVs from roads, marking a milestone in sustainable and efficient infrastructure delivery.