Engineering Excellence Awards

The Engineering Excellence Awards is ACEC Washington's premier annual awards program held in February, recognizing outstanding engineering achievements that exemplify innovation, technical excellence, and meaningful contributions to our communities. The program celebrates the successful collaboration between engineering firms and their clients, showcasing projects that improve quality of life, strengthen infrastructure, and advance the engineering profession.

In addition to honoring exceptional engineering projects, the event celebrates the individuals and organizations making a lasting impact on our industry through the Engineer of the Year, Excellence in Inclusion Award, and, beginning this year, the inaugural Rising Star in Engineering Award, recognizing an emerging leader whose contributions are helping shape the future of engineering.

The awards culminate in an elegant evening gala where industry leaders, clients, public officials, and engineering professionals come together to celebrate innovation, leadership, and excellence across Washington's engineering community.

2026 Project Winners - DJC Photos from Our 2026 Gala

2027 National Submission Guideline

2027 Local Track Submission Guideline


Call for Entries
2026 - Crystal Donner
2026 - KPFF

Engineer of the Year Submission Guidelines

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Rising Star in Engineering Award
Submission Guidelines

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Excellence in Inclusion Award

Coming Soon

Questions?

If you have any questions about the Engineering Excellence Awards, the submission process, eligibility, or award requirements, please don't hesitate to contact Pamela Beachnau