Awards and Recognition

NAWIC celebrates the people, projects, and organizations driving the construction industry forward. Our awards span open nominations from across the industry to association-selected honors and milestone achievements recognizing excellence at every level.

2026 Awards Submissions are Closed

Nominated Awards

Our Nominated Awards honor exceptional achievements across the construction industry. Open to members and non-members alike, these awards recognize individuals, teams, and organizations that are setting new standards and making a meaningful impact. Browse the awards to learn more and submit nominations.

Industry Mental Health Leadership Award

OPEN TO NON-MEMBERS

In collaboration with Hard Hat Courage, this award recognizes individuals who champion mental health and suicide prevention in the construction industry by equipping professionals with the tools to care for themselves and support one another.

PROJECT EXCELLENCE

OPEN TO NON-MEMBERS

The NAWIC Project Excellence Award honors best-in-class construction projects and the firms, companies, and teams that design and build them, recognizing excellence in innovation, safety, and sustainable practices across four categories.

CORPORATE LEADERSHIP

OPEN TO NON-MEMBERS

The NAWIC Impact Award – Corporate Leadership recognizes organizations serving as catalysts for change by advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and access at the national, industry, and association levels within the architecture, engineering, and construction industry.

CHAMPION OF PROGRESS

MEMBERS ONLY

The NAWIC Champion of Progress Awards recognizes outstanding NAWIC members who proactively challenge industry barriers and lead transformative diversity, equity, inclusion, and access initiatives within the architecture, engineering, and construction sectors.

TRADESWOMAN OF THE YEAR

OPEN TO NON-MEMBERS

The Tradeswoman of the Year Award honors exceptional women in the construction trades who demonstrate outstanding skill and dedication in their field while serving as mentors and advocates for the next generation of tradeswomen.

SAFETY EXCELLENCE

MEMBERS ONLY

The NAWIC Safety Excellence Award honors NAWIC member companies that have successfully implemented exemplary safety and health programs, fostering a culture where safety is not just prioritized but ingrained.

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LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT

MEMBERS ONLY

The NAWIC Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes individuals who have made significant and enduring contributions to NAWIC and the construction industry over a substantial period, celebrating a legacy of leadership, mentorship, and dedicated service.

MEMBER OF THE YEAR

MEMBERS ONLY

The NAWIC Member of the Year Award recognizes an exceptional NAWIC member who has made significant contributions to the association and the construction industry through leadership, mentorship, gender advocacy, and a measurable commitment to promoting and retaining women in construction.

FUTURE LEADER OF THE YEAR

MEMBERS ONLY

The NAWIC Future Leader of the Year Award recognizes outstanding NAWIC members in their first two years of membership who have demonstrated exceptional engagement, emerging leadership, and a meaningful commitment to advancing the mission of NAWIC and the construction industry.

MEMBER STRONG

MEMBERS ONLY

NAWIC Member Strong Award celebrates exceptional NAWIC members who have significantly influenced the association and the construction industry through leadership, mentorship, and advocacy

Professional Development & Education

MEMBERS ONLY

The NAWIC Professional Development & Education Recognition Award recognizes a NAWIC member or chapter that has demonstrated exceptional commitment to their own professional growth while actively advancing the education and development of others within the construction industry.

Sustainability

MEMBERS ONLY

The NAWIC Sustainability Award recognizes construction industry organizations that have demonstrated a profound commitment to sustainability through innovative practices that reduce waste, energy use, emissions, and resource consumption while inspiring others to adopt environmentally conscious approaches.

WIC Week®

MEMBERS ONLY

The NAWIC WIC Week® Award celebrates NAWIC chapters that demonstrated outstanding dedication and creativity in honoring Women in Construction Week through impactful local events and initiatives.

Submissions Closed

Association-Recognized Awards

These awards are bestowed by NAWIC rather than through open nomination. Honorees are selected by association leadership or recognized based on data-driven milestones such as years of membership and recruitment efforts, no submission is required.

Executive Committee Spotlight

MEMBERS ONLY

A special recognition selected by the NAWIC National Executive Committee to honor a member whose exceptional contributions and service reflect the highest values of the association.

Presidents Choice “PEARL AWARD”

MEMBERS ONLY

A distinguished honor personally presented by the NAWIC National President to recognize an individual whose outstanding efforts and dedication have made a meaningful impact on the association during the presidential term.

Charter Champion

MEMBERS ONLY

Recognizes NAWIC chapters that have demonstrated an exceptional chartering process, celebrating those who set a strong foundation through outstanding onboarding, engagement, and commitment to establishing a thriving new chapter.

Recruiter Awards

MEMBERS ONLY

Recognizes NAWIC members who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to growing the association by recruiting new members, with recipients determined based on verified recruitment numbers.

Longevity Pins

MEMBERS ONLY

Presented at the regional level to honor members who have demonstrated remarkable dedication to NAWIC through years of sustained membership, celebrating their long-standing commitment to the association and the construction industry.

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