Scott Blair

Readers of ENR really responded to the call to submit photographic work that captures the spirit and action of constructing the built environment.

 semiconductor plant, dam removal project and bridge replacement all drew accolades from judges. 

From a young age, Col. Eric R. Swenson found himself drawn to construction and earthmoving equipment,“so much so that as a child I once lost my parents on a family bike ride after stopping to watch the Army Corps of Engineers dredging operations in Ocean City, N.J.,” Swenson says.

These 20 winners reflect the ‘Best of the Best’ in the U.S. for fostering innovation, advancing a culture of safety and bettering their communities. 

Read more detail on winning projects, and which was selected tor the top award, in ENR's Dec. 15 print issue

Three outstanding construction efforts selected by a panel of judges will vie to become best in show at ENR's Global Best Projects competition. 

Extensive restoration of the 100-year-old landmark rehabs art deco features, upgrades power, adds HVAC and introduces a complex multipurpose seating system.

The Klamath River Renewal project involved the removal of several dams in Northern California (and southern Oregon) over the span of just 16 months.

Judges selected 32 projects built in 24 countries for recognition in the annual worldwide competition. 

Top picks from among Best Projects winners highlight the pinnacle of design and construction achievement in Arizona and New Mexico.