Construction Partner of the Year

HOW DO I ENTER?

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This award recognises the main contractor, civil/structural engineer or specialist subcontractor whose work was instrumental in realising an architect’s design on the island of Ireland. The judges will be looking for partners who protected and enhanced design intent, solved problems collaboratively, and delivered exceptional quality in support of the architect’s vision. Who can enter: contractors, civil and structural engineers, and specialist subcontractors. Every entry must include a written endorsement from the project architect Entry is by a five A4 page submission relating to one project completed within the last 12 months.

  • Background: Outline your organisation’s background and your role on the project.
  • Project: Describe the project with photos, timeline, size, budget and purpose, and name the project architect.
  • Realising Design Intent: How did you deliver the architect’s vision? Show where your expertise preserved or improved the design, rather than compromising it.
  • Collaboration: How did you work with the architect and wider design team? Cover communication, early involvement, and how design queries and changes were handled.
  • Problem-Solving: Highlight technical, programme or cost challenges and how you resolved them without diluting the design.
  • Quality & Craft: Show the standard of workmanship and the processes used to ensure it.
  • Architect’s Endorsement: Include a statement from the project architect explaining your contribution to the project’s success.