The Major Projects Award

The Royal Academy of Engineering Major Projects Award (formerly the Special Achievement Award) recognises the contribution of an engineer who has led or played a critical role in a major engineering project that has substantial impact on society.

The call for nominations for the 2013 award has now closed. The winner(s) will be announced in 2013.

Recipients

2012

Photo of Sir John Armitt CBE FREngSir John Armitt CBE FREng
Chairman of the Olympic Delivery Authority

Recognising Sir John for delivering one of the most prestigious projects for the UK in recent times, transforming an area of East London waste land into the hub of the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games. He has delivered this exceptional project on time and to budget, overcoming many challenges while under intense scrutiny from the rest of the world.

[2012 News Release]

2006

Picture of Stephen Payne OBE recieving a silver gilt medal from Lord BroersStephen Payne OBE RDI FREng

Awarded in recognition of his achievements in designing and project managing the construction of the super liner Queen Mary 2.

[2006 News Release]

 

 

Updated April 2013

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