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Awards

ICE Yorkshire & Humber works to promote and celebrate the outstanding work of members. It organises awards to recognise exceptional projects, teamwork and individual excellence.

Our 2025 awards

The winners of the ICE Yorkshire and Humber Annual Awards were announced during the ICE Yorkshire and Humber Gala Dinner and Awards which took place on Thursday 13 March at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hull.

Our 2025 awards winners

Our awards are split into two main categories, projects and people. See all our winners below.

Project award winners

Ranging from a NetZero award to multi million pound projects, these awards celebrate improvements across our region.

Killinghall Sewage Treatment Works WINEP Compliance

Killinghall Sewage Treatment Works

Killinghall Sewage Treatment Works WINEP Compliance won the Net Zero Award which is presented to schemes that set new standards in lowering the carbon footprint of our projects in Yorkshire and Humber.

The scheme delivered for Yorkshire Water by Mott MacDonald Bentley had sustainable development and environmental responsibility at its heart.

The judges said that the project team’s approach to addressing carbon reduction in infrastructure was noteworthy as well as improving water quality in the River Nidd.

The judges were impressed by the way the reduced carbon footprint was achieved through applying the principles of PAS2080, rethinking the process and repurposing existing infrastructure resulting in a reduction in embodied carbon by 53%.

Sheffield Active Travel: Championing ED&I in Active Travel Research

Sheffield Active Travel

The winner of the Sir John Fowler Award was Sheffield Active Travel: Championing ED&I in Active Travel Research by Sheffield City Council and SYSTRA.

The judges said this excellent research study had engagement of the local community at its heart.

They were impressed by the systematic and inclusive approach to, and delivery of, the study to ensure the opinions of the whole community could be considered when devising the city’s approach to cycling and walking.

TRU - East of Leeds Osmondthorpe Lane Underbridge

East of Leeds Osmondthorpe Lane Underbridge

The winner of the Smeaton Award was TRU - East of Leeds Osmondthorpe Lane Underbridge 18m 0682yds / TRUe ch 29592m by Transpennine Route Upgrade, SYSTRA, J Murphy and Sons Ltd., Volker Rail and Siemens.

A key component of the TransPennine Route upgrade, this complex 300 plus tonne bridge replacement was completed ahead of time over Christmas 2024.

The project’s approach to sustainability and carbon measurement and reduction was commended by the judges plus the approach to community engagement along the 700m long route that the old and new bridges took to and from the site compound.

They felt the Osmondthorpe railway bridge replacement to be a worthy winner of the Smeaton Award 2025 in a close field of excellent entries.

Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme Phase 2

Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme Phase 2

Leeds Flood Alleviation Scheme Phase 2 (LFAS2) was presented with the Centenary Award, for large projects costing over £5 million.

LFAS2, led by Leeds City Council in partnership with the Environment Agency and delivery partners Bam Nuttall and Mott MacDonald (BMMJV) constructed flood defences to provide one-in-200-year level of protection plus climate change allowance against flooding on the River Aire.

This complex and extensive project provides flood resilience to over 1870 homes & businesses and unlocks land for the city’s growth.

The judges were impressed by the variety and quality of the different solutions in achieving the 1 in 200 year standard of protection, examples of carbon measurement and saving, innovations and the project’s social value contributions as well as achieving an Excellent rating under the BREEAM assessment.

Project award certificates of excellence

These projects were recognised for their contribution to community, resilience and regeneration, showcasing excellence in civil engineering.

Holderness Drain Flood Alleviation Scheme

Holderness Drain Flood Alleviation Scheme

Holderness Drain Flood Alleviation Scheme (FAS) was presented with a Certificate of Excellence in the Centenary Award category.

The scheme, delivered by JBA Bentley, JBA Consulting and Callsafe for the Environment Agency comprised of two working areas - a new 10m3/s ‘online’ pumping station at East Hull, and a flood storage area at Castlehill. Holderness Drain is the sole outfall for a 238km2 drainage catchment and backs ups twice each day when it becomes tide-locked by the river Humber.

The judges felt that this was an excellent project that aims to provide further protection to the city of Hull which suffered catastrophically from flooding in 2007. The judges commented upon the quality of the design and complexity of the construction, with an on-line ten cumecs pumping station being built in the drain while allowing the drain to function.

The addition of the Castlehill Aqua Green was a great example of integrating a blue-green solution to reduce the impact of rainfall on the catchment and also providing a social space for the local community.

Don Regulators – Meadowgate

Don Regulars Meadowgate

Don Regulators – Meadowgate, delivered by JBA and JN Bentley for the Environment Agency was awarded a Certificate of Excellence in the Smeaton Award category.

This project demonstrated an innovative approach to securing fish passage while upgrading the flood control gate at this structure that is key to securing enhanced flood protection for communities in South Yorkshire.

The judges were impressed by the design approach of the replacement of a bottom hinged regulator gate with a top down, vertical control gate that was one component of this and together with an innovative fish pass solution involving large precast tiles ensures the effective control of flood flows on this flashy river.

The extensive temporary works during construction were also noteworthy, with the 12 cumecs bypass syphon saving considerable energy as well as ensuring a dry and safe working area for the permanent works.

People award

ICE Yorkshire & Humber organises and supports awards that showcase the outstanding achievements of ICE members in the region.

STEM Ambassador of the Year Award

Samuel Clarke STEM Ambassador

Samuel is a civil engineer (Geotechnics) at Mott MacDonald and impressed the judges with the level and breadth of activity he has undertaken to inspire the next generation of civil engineers.

Our 2025 awards sponsors

Headline sponsor

Spencer Group

Spencer Group

We design and build large unique engineering projects in the transport, infrastructure and energy sectors. We think differently and we’re always looking for new ways to come up with original engineering solutions for our clients.

Awards sponsors
Mason Clark Associates

Mason Clark Associates

Mason Clark Associates was established in 1990 and delivers surveying and engineering expertise to the construction industry from offices in Hull, Leeds and York.

Hinko

Hinko

Hinko Construction is a family run company with years of experience and are a trusted contractor to many local authorities. Our ethos is ‘Safety first, followed by quality then programme'.

Waterman Aspen

Waterman Aspen

Waterman Aspen welcomes engineers and technical specialists to make their mark on some of the biggest infrastructure projects across the UK on a secondment basis.

MHB Consultants

MHB Consultants

The consultancy provides technical services to clients including construction firms, transport agencies, local authorities, engineering consultants and private clients in Glasgow, Scotland and throughout the UK.

Graham

Graham

Graham are specialists in the innovative resolution of complex civil engineering challenges. Across bridges and highways, rivers and railways, our deep rooted expertise transforms the rural and urban landscapes where we operate.

Could you be our next awards sponsor?

With local representation and multiple options from single award through to headline sponsor for all 12 regions, we have a sponsorship package tailored to you. Get in touch with the team today.

Emerging Engineers Award

Showcasing our student and graduate members originality and communication skills in this regional, then international competition, with the winner receiving the Emerging Engineers Cup.