Australian Construction Achievement Award

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The Australian Constructors Association and Engineers Australia have proudly partnered since 1997 in presenting the industry’s preeminent award – the Australian Construction Achievement Award (ACAA). Showcasing expertise in delivering complex and innovative solutions, the ACAA also recognises the social and economic benefits of infrastructure projects. Projects selected as finalists have been delivered efficiently and in a way that nurtures worker wellbeing, improves the skills of the workforce and promotes environmentally responsible outcomes. Collectively, we believe these features contribute to a more sustainable construction industry and are what makes these projects the best of the best.

Entry is open to all Australian construction companies (individually or as part of a joint venture or contractual alliance), with direct responsibility for the construction of the nominated project. The award process is arguably one of the most intensive. Finalists undertake a two-stage assessment process by a panel of independent expert judges. Finalists are chosen from initial entries, followed by a detailed judging process by an independent judging panel typically involving site inspections to select the winner.

Visit the official Australian Construction Achievement Award website for further information.

2025 Winner

NEW BRIDGEWATER BRIDGE, McConnell Dowell

Tasmania’s largest ever transport infrastructure project – the new Bridgewater Bridge, delivered by McConnell Dowell for the Tasmanian Government, is a 1.28-kilometre bridge that connects key freight and passenger routes and includes two new interchanges, seven intersection upgrades and a shared path for cyclists and pedestrians.

“The project successfully overcame considerable technical and environmental challenges, including highly variable ground conditions, ecologically sensitive wetlands and aquatic habitats and significant cultural heritage issues through extensive consultation. These were managed through the use of a temporary bridge and barge-based causeway as well as extensive stakeholder consultation,” the judges said.

2024 Winner

ROOKWOOD WEIR PROJECT, Sunwater, GHD, Acciona & McCosker Contracting

Constructed on the Fitzroy River, the second largest seaward catchment in Australia, the project was a highly complex build with significant risks. These risks were minimised thanks to the exemplary collaboration of the alliance.

“The project excelled in lifting the skills base within this sector, exceeding its training targets by achieving 106.9% for ‘New Entrant’ training hours and 209.8% for ‘Other Workforce’ training hours. The project also significantly surpassed its Indigenous employment targets, engaging 81 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander personnel, far exceeding goals.”

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2022 Winner – Sydney Metro City and Southwest Tunnel and Station Excavation Works – John Holland, CPB & Ghella Joint Venture

Previous ACAA winners

2024, Rookwood Weir Project – Sunwater, GHD, Acciona &McCosker Contracting
2023, M80 Ring Road Upgrade Sydney Road to Edgars Road – CPB Contractors and Major Road Projects Victoria
2022, Sydney Metro City and Southwest Tunnel and Station Excavation Works – John Holland, CPB & Ghella Joint Venture
2021, Zero Cost Energy Future – Enerven
2020, New Museum for WA – Multiplex Constructions
2019, Chith Export Facility – McConnell Dowell
2018, Optus Stadium and Stadium Park – Multiplex Constructions
2017, Melbourne Port Capacity Project, Maritime Works – McConnell Dowell
2016, Moorebank Unit Relocation Project – Laing O’Rourke Australia Construction
2015, Victorian Regional Rail Link Project – Regional Rail Link
2014, Cape Lambert Marine Works, Phase A – John Holland
2013, RMIT Swanston Academic Building – Brookfield Multiplex, and The New Royal Children’s Hospital – Lendlease Joint Winners
2012, Port Botany Expansion Project – Baulderstone
2011, West Gate Freeway Upgrade – West Gate Freeway Alliance
2010, Melbourne Convention Centre – Brookfield Multiplex
2009, EastLink Project Melbourne – Thiess and John Holland Joint Venture
2008, Perth Seawater Desalination Plant – Brookfield Multiplex
2007, Southern Cross Station Melbourne – Leighton Contractors
2006, Runway Main Construction Works, Tullamarine – John Holland
2005, The Bond Sydney – Bovis Lend Lease
2004, Alice Springs to Darwin Rail Link – ADRAIL Joint Venture
2003, The Brisbane Inner-City Bypass – Leighton Contractors
2002, Woronora Bridge – Barclay Mowlem Construction
2001, Queensland Clean Fuels Project – Queensland Clean Fuels Project Alliance
2000, Stadium Australia – Multiplex Constructions
1998, The Wandoo B Offshore Oil Platform – The Wandoo Alliance
1997, The Glebe Island Bridge (ANZAC Bridge) – Baulderstone Hornibrook Engineering

Visit the ACAA website for further information: www.acaa.net.au