Why enter

Entry process

The 2026 Ground Engineering Awards are now open for entries! We have 22 categories available for entry this year, each with its own set of criteria and key questions for you to complete. Please look at our full list of categories and decide which ones you will be entering this year. There is no limit to the number of entries you can complete. Entry portal is now closed. If you are interested in attending the event, click on the button below to discover the options:

Reasons to enter

Thought leadership

  • Gain independent industry recognition for the excellent work delivered by your business
  • Promote industry excellence, demonstrate a competitive edge, and position your company alongside the finest firms in the country

Brand Recognition

  • Increase awareness of your brand and marketing potential with key clients
  • Boost your business by establishing and cementing new contacts and relationships
  • Network with clients, main contractors, consultants and peers

Celebrate your team

  • Improve employee morale by recognising and rewarding staff performance
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Entry process

The 2025 Ground Engineering Awards are now open for entries! We have 22 categories available for entry this year, each with its own set of criteria and key questions for you to complete. Please take a look at our full list of categories and decide which ones you will be entering this year. There is no limit to the number of entries you can complete.

If you are interested in attending the event click on the button below to discover the options:

Each category has its own independent panel of judges, made up of major client representatives and industry figures, who review and score all entries and conduct live judging of the finalists, to select the winners for that category.

Each stage is designed to provide a fair and transparent process. Please note if you are chosen as a finalist by our judges, you will need to present to our judging panel.

Stage 1: Online Judging – once the entry phase closes, the judges will review the submissions online and score each one to help determine the shortlist.

Stage 2: Live Presentations – once the shortlist is announced, all finalists will be invited to give a presentation to our judging panel. This will take place from 21 to 28 April 2026 at our central London office:

emap Publishing Ltd
Harmsworth House
13-15 Bouverie Street
London
EC4Y 8DP

Put your best foot forward this year and submit your entry today and you could make it through to this exclusive judging phase.

Key dates

Entry deadline
First Stage Judging: Online
Shortlist announcement
Second Stage Judging
Ground Engineering Awards Ceremony

FAQs

Hopefully you'll find an answer to your question below. If not, please contact Elijah Blunt on +44 (0) 02039532197 or email elijah.blunt@emap.com .

To view the criteria, create your account, or login with your email and password used to create your account if you have already done so. Select ‘Enter Now’ against the category you wish to view where the criteria will be displayed. If you wish to start your entry at this point any information you add will be autosaved and you can login to complete the rest of the entry at any time.

Enter the email address and password that you used when you first started your entry on the log in page, you will then be taken through to your dashboard and will be able to continue your entry.

You can enter another category by selecting the category you wish to enter from the ‘Categories’ section.

Please contact Elijah Blunt on +44 (0) 02039532197 or email elijah.blunt@emap.com and they will be able to help you with your entry.

Top tips

Ready to make your mark at the Ground Engineering Awards? Follow our expert tips to ensure your entry stands out and gives you the best chance of success.

Tell Your Story - Your entry should clearly explain the project's or initiative’s unique qualities and impact. Provide a compelling narrative that showcases your achievements, challenges overcome, and measurable results.

Focus on Innovation - The judges are looking for creativity and forward-thinking approaches. Highlight any cutting-edge techniques, technologies, or strategies used and explain how they’ve benefited your project or business.

Provide Evidence - Back up your claims with data and real-world outcomes. Whether it’s improved performance, cost savings, or sustainability achievements, show your success through clear metrics and examples.

Get the Right Team Involved - Involve your team when preparing your entry. Gather insights from different departments to ensure a well-rounded and detailed submission that covers all aspects of the project.

Don’t Forget the People - Ground Engineering is as much about the people behind the projects as the projects themselves. Shine a spotlight on your team’s efforts, collaboration, and individual contributions that made a difference.

Keep It Clear and Concise - Judges will be reviewing a lot of entries, so clarity is key. Avoid jargon, keep your answers focused, and make sure you address the category criteria directly.

Start Early - Rushed entries rarely win. Begin the process early, allowing plenty of time to gather information, review, and refine your submission.


Show Your Commitment to the Industry - Demonstrate how your project, innovation, or initiative contributes to the wider ground engineering industry, whether through sustainability, health and safety, or pushing industry standards forward.

Proofread and Polish - Finally, ensure your entry is professional, well-written, and free from errors. Have someone else read it through to catch anything you might have missed.

Good luck! We can’t wait to see what you’ve achieved. Submit your entry now  and join the celebration of excellence at the GE Awards!

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