Best Infrastructure project – Large
Shutford STW Flow Compliance and Low P
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The annual ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards provide an opportunity to civil engineers in the region to celebrate both individual and project achievements.
Our 2026 awards
Thank you to all those who have submitted entries to take part in the ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026.
The window to submit award entries has now closed.
Our judging panel have selected the below projects for the shortlists and will begin finalising the winners of each category.
Shortlists for the 2026 awards
Project categories
Best Infrastructure Project – Large
Best Infrastructure project – Large - Shutford STW Flow Compliance and Low P
Best Infrastructure project – Large
South Reading Bus Rapid Transit
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Best Infrastructure project – Large - South Reading Bus Rapid Transit
Best Infrastructure Project – Large
Royal Sovereign Lighthouse Decommissioning
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Best Infrastructure Project – Large - Royal Sovereign Lighthouse Decommissioning
Best Infrastructure Project – Large
Sandown Water Supply Works HazRev Phase 1 – 3
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Best Infrastructure Project – Large - Sandown Water Supply Works HazRev Phase 1 – 3
Best Infrastructure Project – Large
Pagham Wastewater Treatment Works
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Best Infrastructure Project – Large - Pagham Wastewater Treatment Works
Best Infrastructure Project – Small
Best Infrastructure Project – Small
Camber Sands Welcome Centre
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Best Infrastructure Project – Small - Camber Sands Welcome Centre
Best Infrastructure Project – Small
Woodside Pedestrian Subway (also known as the Hassocks Underpass)
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Best Infrastructure Project – Small - Woodside Pedestrian Subway (also known as the Hassocks Underpass)
Best Infrastructure Project – Small
White Hart Street Public Realm Scheme
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Best Infrastructure Project – Small - White Hart Street Public Realm Scheme
Best Infrastructure Project – Small
Eurotunnel Track UK Compound
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Best Infrastructure Project – Small - Eurotunnel Track UK Compound
Best Infrastructure Project – Small
Strand Quay
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Best Infrastructure Project – Small - Strand Quay
Best Project – Sustainability
Best Project – Sustainability
ABP Southampton – Whale Relocation
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Best Project – Sustainability - ABP Southampton – Whale Relocation
Best Project – Sustainability
Royal Sovereign Lighthouse Decommissioning
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Best Project – Sustainability -
Royal Sovereign Lighthouse Decommissioning
Best Project – Sustainability
Canvey Island Southern Shoreline
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Best Project – Sustainability - Canvey Island Southern Shoreline
Best Project – Sustainability – Small
Twyford Footbridge Replacement
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Best Project – Sustainability - Twyford Footbridge Replacement
Best Project – Sustainability
Colne Valley Viaduct
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Best Project – Sustainability - Colne Valley Viaduct
Best Project – Innovation
Best Project – Innovation
A31 New Ocknell Culvert Digital Bat Survey
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Best Project – Innovation - A31 New Ocknell Culvert Digital Bat Survey
Best Project – Innovation
Temple Footbridge Centre Span Removal
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Best Project – Innovation - Temple Footbridge Centre Span Removal
Best Project – Innovation
Berthon Marina project
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Best Project – Innovation - Berthon Marina project
Best Project – Innovation
Colne Valley Viaduct
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Best Project – Innovation - Colne Valley Viaduct
Best Project – Asset Resilience
Best Project – Asset Resilience
Dover Berth 9 Life Extension
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Best Project – Asset Resilience - Dover Berth 9 Life Extension
Best Project – Asset Resilience
D Lock Regeneration
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Best Project – Asset Resilience - D Lock Regeneration
Team of the Year
Team of the Year
Southern Renewals Entreprise Earthworks Team
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Team of the Year - Southern Renewals Entreprise Earthworks Team
Team of the Year
Twyford Footbridge Replacement
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Team of the Year - Twyford Footbridge Replacement
People categories
STEM Ambassador of the Year
STEM Ambassador of the Year
Bradley Yates
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STEM Ambassador of the Year - Bradley Yates
STEM Ambassador of the Year
Moses Ajala
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STEM Ambassador of the Year - Moses Ajala
Rising Star of the Year
Rising Star of the Year
Angus Marshall
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Rising Star of the Year - Angus Marshall
Rising Star of the Year
Rebecca Rothwell
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Rising Star of the Year - Rebecca Rothwell
Rising Star of the Year
Luna Richardson
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Rising Star of the Year - Luna Richardson
Rising Star of the Year
Harrison Jones
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Rising Star of the Year - Harrison Jones
Rising Star of the Year
Farhan Ahmed
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Rising Star of the Year - Farhan Ahmed
Mentor of the Year
Mentor of the Year
Giorgio Giuliani
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Mentor of the Year - Giorgio Giuliani
Mentor of the Year
Izabela Cieciwa
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Mentor of the Year - Izabela Cieciwa
Mentor of the Year
James Cooper
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Mentor of the Year - James Cooper
Mentor of the Year
Taylor Young-Chambers
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Mentor of the Year - Taylor Young-Chambers
Judging panel
The ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026 are judged by an independent panel of senior professionals from across the region.
Every entry is reviewed in detail against the awards criteria before winners are decided.
Our judging panel role is to recognise outstanding work that represents the best of civil engineering in the region and sets a standard for others to follow.
Charles Spedding
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Charles Spedding
“The invitation to be a judge on this year’s panel is a significant honour. My enthusiasm in supporting the ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026 is unbounded and I look forward to reviewing some excellent submissions showing how rich and varied our members are working in Civil Engineering and pursuing their career paths with world leading technology and practice.”
Dominique Ellis
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Dominique Ellis
“Being a judge for the awards was a really rewarding experience. I got to work alongside professionals who are further along in their careers and learned a lot from them. It was also great to see the hard work of our colleagues across the region getting the recognition it deserves.”
Duncan Codd
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Duncan Codd
“The awards provide an invaluable view of the innovation taking place across the region, particularly in sustainable and people‑centred projects. I look forward to seeing the submissions and meeting the people contributing to the future direction of our industry.”
Helen Litler
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Helen Litler
“I’m delighted to be a judge for the ICE South East England Excellence Award, as it gives me the opportunity to see the fantastic projects taking place in my local area and gain insight into the work behind the scenes. Having previously won an award myself—a real career highlight—I’m excited to help others experience that same sense of achievement.”
Joanna Durrans
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Joanna Durrans
“Having had the privilege of judging the ICE South East Engineering Excellence Awards in previous years, I was thrilled to be invited back again. Each time, I’m reminded of the technical excellence, innovation, and positive sustainable impact that engineers across our region are able to deliver.”
Jon Morgans
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Jon Morgans
“Engineering changes lives — and I’m delighted to be judging the ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards to help spotlight the talent, leadership and ingenuity driving our profession forward.”
Kaluba Kampandila
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Kaluba Kampandila
“Incredibly privileged to be asked to judge the excellent works delivered in our region and will do so with the professionality it demands and requires”.
Laura Mansito
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Laura Mansito
“I am very honoured to be a judge for the ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026. I thoroughly enjoyed being part of the process last year and I am sure this year’s entries will be as amazing or even better!”
Liam Kimberley
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Liam Kimberley
"I’m really looking forward to judging the ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026. In my role, it’s important to stay close to the new technologies and ideas that genuinely improve how projects are delivered. These awards are a brilliant chance to see the innovation happening across the region and to recognise the teams turning it into practical results."
Luis Pinillos Lorenzana
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Luis Pinillos Lorenzana
"I am delighted to be part of the judging panel for the ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026, helping to celebrate the outstanding achievements that are advancing our industry. I’m really looking forward to seeing the exceptional talent, dedication, excellence and impactful engineering taking place across the region, and recognising the contributions that continue to strengthen our civil engineering sector."
Mark Teeton
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Mark Teeton
“Being a judge is an excellent opportunity for me to learn about the impressive projects that are occurring in our region. It develops me and more importantly gives me an opportunity to recognise excellence in our industry.”
Matthew Parkes
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Matthew Parkes
“Having been born and raised in the South East, I’m truly honoured to have been invited to judge the 2026 ICE Awards. I’m excited to see first-hand the exceptional work being delivered across the region by such talented individuals.”
Mia Clark
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Mia Clark
“I am excited to judge the ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards again. It's a wonderful opportunity to see the great work others have achieved in a place close to my heart.“
Dr Mohammed Ayledeen
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Dr Mohammed Ayledeen
“Being part of the judging panel is a great opportunity to learn from the outstanding work taking place across the region and to celebrate the teams and individuals who are pushing boundaries in geotechnical engineering.”
Natalie Cropp
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Natalie Cropp
“I’m looking forward to judging the ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026 and seeing the best the region has to offer. Whether it is in the project categories or specifically in sustainability it's a great opportunity to spotlight the innovations and sustainable outcomes delivered.”
Neil O'Connell
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Neil O'Connell
“I’m really looking forward to judging this year’s ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards and seeing the exceptional engineering shaping our region.”
Nick Simmonds-Screech
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Nick Simmonds-Screech
“Awards like this celebrate the innovation, ingenuity, and technical ability driving our industry forward. Being selected as a judge is a privilege and a chance to support rising talent, fresh ideas and impressive civil engineering achievements in our region.”
Phil Johnson
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Phil Johnson
“I’m really pleased to be able to support the ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards as a returning judge for the 3rd year. I’m passionate about the construction industry and the essential role that civil engineering plays; as such I’m looking forward to seeing the array of submissions highlighting civil engineering excellence and innovation, which needs to be celebrated! This is an excellent must-attend event not to be missed, and I’m thrilled to be part of it.”
Richard Brooks
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Richard Brooks
“I’m genuinely privileged to be part of the judging panel for this year’s ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards. It’s inspiring to see the innovation, dedication, and impact reflected in the submissions, and I’m excited to help celebrate the exceptional work shaping our built environment.”
Richard Salter
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Richard Salter
A member of the judging panel, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
Samantha Stevens
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Samantha Stevens
“I am honoured to be on the judging panel of the ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards this year. The depth and breadth of great projects and people across the region showcases the best that civil engineering and infrastructure can do to benefit both our built and natural environment and I am looking forward to supporting celebrating these achievements.”
Susana Falco
Judge, ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards 2026
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Susana Falco
“I am delighted to judge the ICE South East England Engineering Excellence Awards and to recognise the outstanding projects and people delivering real impact for communities across the region. I look forward to seeing the excellent work being delivered by engineers who are making a meaningful difference locally and nationally.”
2026 awards sponsors
Headline sponsor
VolkerFitzpatrick
VolkerFitzpatrick has grown to become one of the UK's leading engineering and construction companies, providing specialist skills to a range of market sectors including building, commercial, industrial, rail, aviation and energy.
Reception sponsor
Balfour Beatty
A leading international infrastructure group, driving the transformation of our industry to meet the challenges of the future.
Category sponsors
Kilnbridge
Kilnbridge is the UK's leading structure specialist.
Invvu
Invvu supports local authorities, government departments, public bodies and private companies to successfully deliver any – or every – stage of their construction project, from concept to completion.
Port of Dover
The UK’s busiest international ferry port – a vital connection for the movement of people and the exchange of trade.
Mackley
Mackley develops specialist skills & expertise to help communities better prepare for future climate change, enhance biodiversity & help maintain water security.
Could you be our next awards sponsor?
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