It’s down to the final few. There are only five awards on offer – which of the deserving finalists will take one home on the night?

Awards like these give us time to really reflect on the amazing work we do as a profession.

Arthur Mead Award

The Arthur Mead Award recognises engineering excellence and is awarded to the overall best project judged on innovation, environmental improvement or enhancement, sustainability, safety in design and consultation and engagement.

The Arthur Mead Award has two categories for projects over, and under, $10 million. There are also sub-categories for infrastructure, and buildings and property.

Finalists – projects above $10m

Infrastructure

  • Auckland road network flood recovery
    Auckland Transport
  • Central Interceptor
    Ghella and Abergeldie
  • Hibiscus Coast water pump station
    Watercare
  • Point Chevalier to Westmere improvements
    Auckland Transport
  • Queen Salote International Wharf upgrade – Tonga
    McConnell Dowell

Buildings and property

  • 137 Great North Road
    Ascent Structures
  • Air New Zealand Hangar 4
    NZ Strong
  • NZ Blood national offices & laboratories redevelopment
    GHD
  • Simplicity Living's Te Reiputa
    Mitchell Vranjes and Structure Design

Finalists – projects below $10m

Infrastructure

  • Karanga Plaza jump platform and harbour pool
    McConnell Dowell
  • Queen Street wastewater diversion
    McConnell Dowell
  • Tinwald Corridor improvements
    GHD
  • UNDP Samoa – E-Alia electric ferries
    McKay

Buildings and property

  • Auckland Airport temporary ramp
    GHD
  • Ayrburn Hospitality Precinct
    CKL

Luminary Award

The Luminary Award recognises a member of the Engineering New Zealand Auckland Branch who has actively and positively promoted Engineering New Zealand and the engineering profession. The winner is chosen for their distinguished contribution to the development and growth of Engineering New Zealand within the Auckland region, and their embodiment of the Engineering New Zealand Code of Ethical Conduct, as recognised by their peers.

Finalists

  • Dave Brierley
    Dave Brierley Consulting
  • Matt Mules
    Oxcon
  • Rob Holland
    Nelligan Consulting

Emerging Leader Award

Awarded to a young engineer who has demonstrated outstanding leadership qualities, excellence in their career and a contribution to their community. They must be able to communicate how their work makes New Zealanders’ lives better.

Finalists

  • Emily Collings
    Geologix
  • Michelle Delves
    Air New Zealand
  • Simon Ferris
    Ghella

Student Leadership Award

This award recognises an undergraduate engineering student or group of students who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, collaboration and impact within the engineering community. It celebrates students who go beyond academic achievement to inspire peers, contribute to the profession, and make a positive difference socially, environmentally, or economically.

Finalists

  • Emmanuel Simon
    Unitec
  • Rayyan Hassan
    Unitec
  • South Pacific Indigenous Engineering Students (SPIES)
    University of Auckland

Be there on Friday 15 May to find out who takes home one of the coveted Auckland Awards.

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