2026 Master Builders and Asset Construction Hire Building Excellence Awards Civil

A project that truly demonstrates how innovation and collaboration can drive outstanding outcomes.

Judges highlighted the complexity of working within reclaimed land conditions and the team’s ability to navigate these challenges with smart, considered solutions.

The substitution of permanent sheet piling with a temporary shoring system is a standout example of innovative thinking that delivered both cost and design benefits.

Environmental performance, cultural engagement and strong collaboration with local contractors further enhanced the project’s impact.

While the finished product may appear understated, judges emphasised that it excels in technical delivery, quality finishes and construction discipline.

This is civil construction at its most intelligent and purposeful.

Congratulations to Complex Co, winners of Civil Project of 2026.

Delivered in a high-pressure live traffic environment with challenging ground conditions, this bridgeworks project by Woden Contractors is a major upgrade to one of Belconnen’s key arterial corridors, improving traffic capacity, safety and connectivity.

Works included intersection upgrades, stormwater infrastructure, shared user paths and construction of a new multi-span bridge structure.

Woden Contractors navigated this complex project with a strong focus on safety and delivery. Congratulations, Woden Contractors.

Cappello Commercial Hydraulics and Civil played a central role in realising the vision for the landmark 22,000 square metre CIT Woden Campus.

Through civil and landscape works, they have created public spaces that connect the new campus, Youth Foyer, and bus interchange.

With a balanced mix of soft and hard landscaping, seamless pathways, native plantings and harmonious materials, Cappello have delivered a functional, visually striking environment.

Congratulations, Cappello Commercial Hydraulics & Civil.

The Netball ACT Court Remediation Works Stage 2 by Complex Co. has continued the transformation of an aging sports amenity into a high-quality facility that will benefit the community well into the future.

With outstanding attention to detail, the project included innovative design improvements, solutions for enhanced court function and long-term durability.

Congratulations, Complex Co.

The Acton Waterfront project by Complex Co. is a complex and tightly coordinated civil project.

The Complex team have transformed a previously underused and undeveloped waterfront edge into a safe, accessible, and visually attractive public space that encourages community engagement.

Delivered with precision and purpose, this project sets a high standard for civil works.

Congratulations, Complex Co.

Tackling complex environmental challenges, this landfill remediation project stands apart for innovation and precision.

Complex Co. and partners delivered a technically demanding solution, addressing groundwater and gas management for a sensitive site.

Judges praised the customised construction techniques, strong quality controls and collaborative team approach.

Congratulations Complex Co., Suburban Land Agency and Egis Consulting.

The Airport Northern Road project by HYOO-on Contractors is a 2-kilometre connection linking the Fairbairn Avenue Precinct of Canberra Airport to Majura Road that improves access, safety and network efficiency.

The project involved earthworks, hydraulics and underground services, roadworks and pavements, fauna barriers and crossings, streetlights and guardrails.

Judges praised the strong planning, adaptive approach and outstanding environmental performance.

Congratulations, Huon Contractors.

The Jacka 2 Stage 1C subdivision, delivered by Woden Contractors, forms a crucial enabling link in the delivery of this new estate.

The works included formation and servicing of blocks, roads and shared-path infrastructure, and open space and landscaping elements that required careful staging and coordination.

Judges were impressed with the project team’s strong construction methodology, environmental controls and commitment to quality.

Congratulations, Woden Contractors.