We are pleased to announce that the application process is now open for the ACEI Engineering Excellence Awards 2026 – Closing date has been extended to 23 January 2026
The full list of categories is provided below, and all engineering disciplines can apply as appropriate:
1) Civil
2) Structural
3) Mechanical & Electrical
4) Sustainability Built Environment
5) Sustainability Natural Environment
6) SME firm (up to 20 employees)
7) Project Management
8) Innovation
9) Overseas

Note: Applicants are required to review and familiarise themselves with the 2026 Awards Procedures before submitting nominations to ensure they have entered into the most appropriate categories.  The same project can be entered into multiple categories (eg Civil, SME & Innovation) however a separate application should be made for each project being submitted for consideration in more than one award category.

Closing date for receipt of project nominations: Friday 23 January 2026.

The shortlisted projects will be announced during Spring 2026.

We look forward to receiving many nominations for the 2026 Awards and applications are welcome for all project sizes, small, medium and large from all member firms.

** We particularly encourage nominations from SME firms (up to 20 employees) for all categories.

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The 2026 Awards Dinner will take place on the 27th March at the Intercontinental Hotel, Dublin 4.  Bookings will open in January 2026.

If you have any queries, please contact Louise at louise.patterson@acei.ie