The Association for Consultancy and Engineering (ACE) has unveiled the shortlist for the Consultancy and Engineering Awards 2026, which celebrate the outstanding people, projects and organisations driving excellence and shaping the future of the built environment.

The stars of industry will be crowed at a ceremony on 1 December 2026 at London’s Royal Garden Hotel, Kensington, which will feature a keynote address from Vice Admiral Sir Timothy Laurence. 

Click here to view the full shortlist for the Consultancy and Engineering Awards 2026.

Milda Manomaityte, CEO of ACE, said: “Since its inception in 1913, ACE has championed the consulting engineering profession, helping to establish a strong professional identity while promoting the highest standards of expertise, integrity and ethical practice.

“The Consultancy and Engineering Awards 2026 continue that proud tradition by recognising the people, organisations and partnerships delivering excellence across our sector, an industry that underpins the UK’s world-class reputation for engineering design. Built on a rich industrial heritage and strengthened by innovative research and globally recognised expertise, our industry continues to deliver innovative solutions that improve lives, support economic growth and shape a more sustainable future.

“Congratulations to all our shortlisted companies and individuals. We look forward to celebrating your successes and announcing the winners at what promises to be a truly special and inspiring evening.”

The awards are supported by headline sponsor Matchtech, alongside category sponsors Autodesk, Griffiths & Armour and Projectworks.

Now in their fourth decade, the awards have become one of the sector's leading benchmarks for excellence, recognising outstanding achievements across consultancy, engineering and the wider built environment.

The 2026 Consultancy and Engineering Awards introduce the Nina Cameron Graham Award, named after the first woman in Britain to earn an engineering degree. It will recognise the achievements of women in engineering consultancy and support efforts to improve female representation across the profession.

Also, new for 2026 is the Kingdom Brunel Award which will honour the most outstanding nomination of the year, selected by ACE's judging panel for demonstrating exceptional excellence, innovation and leadership.

A Lifetime Impact Award will also be made on the night, celebrating individuals whose leadership, career, and influence have significantly shaped the UK's engineering consultancy and built environment sector.

Entries were received from both ACE members and non-members, highlighting the breadth of talent across the UK and the vital contribution consultancy and engineering businesses make to creating a better built environment.

Tickets for the Consultancy and Engineering Awards Ceremony are now on sale. Click here for more information.