Winner: Stefanie Bragg, Costain

Stef is an incredible Level 6 Project Controls apprentice who made a smooth transition from forensic science, bringing over some really useful skills.

Known for quick learning, innovation, and strong communication with consistent 'Superior' ratings and great feedback from clients, Stef’s become a real asset to Costain.

Winner: Costain

Costain supports EDF’s digital transformation and project delivery by providing specialist services and enhanced data analysis through Power BI.

Their performance improvements in nuclear decommissioning help ensure accurate forecasts and efficient use of taxpayer funds

Winner: Severn Trent Digital PMO, Movar & Severn Trent Water

The innovation set new industry standards, promoted sustainable practices, and ensured operational excellence. Using AI-driven insights, real-time data from Symterra, and automated reports, they significantly improved project delivery by boosting efficiency, decision-making, and safety.

By cutting costs and improving service reliability, their project greatly benefitted both the organisation and the wider community. This innovative approach showcases our leadership in digital project management within the utilities sector, setting a new benchmark for others to follow."

Winner: Christine McLean – Wood

Christine is a true GOAT, inspiring countless professionals and shaping the future of Project Controls through diverse roles, from Head of Project Controls to president of a professional body. Her contributions include authoring resources, setting industry standards, and delivering the first Academic Certificate in Project Controls.

She has impacted over half a million apprentices through IFATE and enhanced the Project Controls community globally. Now leading 3PCE Ltd, she continues to upskill the next generation and drive positive change in the industry.

Winner: Project Sunbeam, BBC

Project Sunbeam set out to provide “something for everyone” by delivering additional funding for the BBC to provide brilliant quality programmes. The project used innovative planning and control approaches, including critical chain and other techniques.

Winner: Bruno Mota, Assystem

Bruno, a Project Controls expert, has led at Assystem, founded his own company, and directed a Master’s course in Spain. His work on HS2 established new standards through the innovative integration of Lean principles and the Last Planner System, driving significant project success

Winner: D2 Global

D2, founded in 2011 with three construction planners, now delivers full project controls for major UK and Canadian infrastructure projects. They have expanded into digital tech, information management, project, utilities, and engineering management, focusing on talent development and data-driven infrastructure outcomes.

Winner: India Day in Milton Keynes, IDMK

IDMK deserves the Project Controls Award for fostering cultural inclusion and community engagement, and economic support. It successfully brought together diverse communities, provided a platform for local entrepreneurs and empowered the youth through leadership roles, demonstrating how organised events can create a significant social impact

Winner: ESG Programme, Cavendish Nuclear

ESG program followed the standard governance, engaging employees in sustainable actions and inspiring others. A collaborative, company-wide approach ensured a broader impact, with younger team members actively involved. They also partnered with clients and suppliers, sharing their outcomes report to encourage wider participation.

Winner: Alunorte Fuel Switch: IPD, Moving Towards Modern Construction Cultural Transformation in a Sustainability Project in the Amazônia, Norsk Hydro

The entry articulates the project's positive societal impact, sustainability alignment, and well-defined deliverables, showcasing its complexity and the lessons learned throughout the transformation process. Hydro's largest decarbonization project targets cleaner energy at the world's largest alumina refinery in the Amazon, supporting its net-zero carbon goal by 2050