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Celebrating Excellence in Engineering
The Excellence and Creative Engineering Award comes within the framework of the UAE’s 2071 vision, which considers innovation as one of the national priorities, and within the efforts to achieve a diverse knowledge-based economy led by competent Emiratis, ensuring sustainable prosperity by keeping pace with the continuous development in the engineering sector and adopting and implementing innovative projects and ideas. The Society of Engineers - UAE, by organizing the "Excellence and Creative Engineering Award,” celebrates excellence and honors the efforts of institutions and individuals who positively impact various engineering sectors in the UAE.

Important Dates

  1. Opening Submission

    Opening Submission

    28th August 2025

  2. Closing Submission

    Closing Submission

    31st December 2025

  3. Judging Ends

    Judging Ends

    TBA

  4. Awards Ceremony

    Awards Ceremony

    TBA

Eligible Awards Entrants

  • Government and Ministries

    Government and Ministries

  • Engineering Consultants Companies

    Engineering Consultants Companies

  • Students and Professors in Educational Institutes

    Students and Professors in Educational Institutes

  • Research Centres

    Research Centres

  • Project Owners

    Project Owners

  • Project Management Companies

    Project Management Companies

  • Contractors

    Contractors

  • Engineering Start-up’s

    Engineering Start-up’s

  • Industrial Companies

    Industrial Companies

  • Experts and Specialists

    Experts and Specialists

Award Categories

Legal Personality

  • Pioneering Engineering Project
    • Best Mega Project

      This award is dedicated to honoring the most outstanding engineering project in any engineering field, provided that the project was implemented in the United Arab Emirates with a value exceeding 300 million AED and no more than five years have passed since its implementation.

      Criteria:

      1) Achieving the project’s planned objectives (quality, time, cost)

      2) The project meets the highest sustainability standards (societal, economic, and environmental, etc.)

      3) Using modern technologies and innovative practices in project planning, design, implementation, and management  

    • Best Medium Project

      This award is dedicated to honoring the most outstanding engineering project in any engineering field, provided that the project was implemented in the United Arab Emirates with an average value of 50 million to 300 million AED and no more than four years have passed since its implementation.

      Criteria:

      1) Achieving the project’s planned objectives (quality, time, cost)

      2) The project meets the highest sustainability standards (societal, economic, and environmental, etc.)

      ​3) Using modern technologies and innovative practices in project planning, design, implementation, and management  

    • Best Small Project

      This award is dedicated to honoring the most outstanding engineering project in any engineering field, provided that the project was implemented in the United Arab Emirates with a value under 50 million AED and no more than three years have passed since its implementation.

      Criteria:

      1) Achieving the project’s planned objectives (quality, time, cost)

      2) The project meets the highest sustainability standards (societal, economic, and environmental, etc.)

      ​3) Using modern technologies and innovative practices in project planning, design, implementation, and management  

  • Best Engineering Consultancy Company

    This award is given to the best engineering consulting company whose primary activity is engineering design and consultancy and has its headquarters or regional office in the United Arab Emirates.

    Criteria:

    1) A clear strategy and vision

    2) The company added value to the UAE economy, and the percentage of Emiratis in the company

    3) Innovation and creativity

    4) Compliance with the highest sustainability standards (societal, economic, environmental, etc.)

  • Best Engineering Services Company

    This award is given to the best engineering services company whose primary activities include providing engineering services such as IT services, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, asset management, maintenance services, and more, and has its headquarters or regional office in the United Arab Emirates.

    Criteria:

    1) A clear strategy and vision

    2) The company added value to the UAE economy, and the percentage of Emiratis in the company

    3) Innovation and creativity

    4) Compliance with the highest sustainability standards (societal, economic, environmental, etc.)

  • Best Construction Company

    This award is given to the best construction company (a company or organization that has a legal entity and is subject to the standards of building regulations) whose main or regional headquarters is in the United Arab Emirates.

    Criteria:

    1) A clear strategy and vision

    2) The company added value to the UAE economy, and the percentage of Emiratis in the company

    3) Innovation and creativity

    4) Compliance with the highest sustainability standards (societal, economic, environmental, etc.)

  • Best Industrial Company / Corporation

    This award is given to the best industrial company/corporation whose main or regional headquarters is in the United Arab Emirates.

    Criteria:

    1) A clear strategy and vision, and its compatibility with the strategy of the United Arab Emirates in the industrial field

    2) The company added value in the UAE economy, and the percentage of Emiratis in the company

    3) Innovation and creativity

    4) Compliance with the highest sustainability standards (societal, economic, environmental, etc.)

  • Best Startup Engineering Company

    This award is given to the best startup engineering company established within the last five years and whose main or regional headquarters is in the United Arab Emirates.

    Criteria:

    1) A clear strategy and vision

    2) The company added value to the UAE economy, and the percentage of Emiratis in the company

    3) Innovation and creativity (registering innovative intellectual property rights, development of new services or products, the ability to attract financing from investors)

    4) Compliance with the highest sustainability standards (societal, economic, environmental, etc.)

  • Best Scientific Research in Engineering Field

    This award is given to the best peer-reviewed research article published within the last five years by a team based in the country that has made the greatest impact in terms of scientific, economic, or social benefits.

Individual

  • Leading Personnel

    This award is given to a leading Emirati figure who has made exceptional contributions to supporting the engineering industry in the country.

  • Outstanding Engineer

    This award is granted to the most outstanding engineer, who must be a citizen or a resident of the country for at least 10 years.

    Criteria:

    1) Has a record of notable achievements in the engineering field in the country.

    2) Has used innovative methods and smart techniques in their projects.

    3) Has demonstrated that their work has made a significant difference and brought about positive change in the engineering field.

  • Rising Engineer

    This award is given to young engineers who are citizens of the country and have distinguished themselves among their peers in the field. The award recognizes their contributions to driving innovation through the design and implementation of pioneering engineering projects that have had a significant impact and outstanding performance. To be eligible for the award, the candidates must be under 35 years of age and meet the following.

    Criteria:

    1) Must be a UAE national.

    2) Should have an excellent record of achievements in the field of engineering.

    3) Should have outstanding contributions to community service in his field of specialization.

  • Outstanding Student

    This award aims to recognize and encourage a spirit of competition and innovation among engineering students and the new generation of engineers, and acknowledge their ability to provide innovative solutions in the engineering industry. To be eligible for the award.

    Criteria:

    1) Should be a student enrolled in one of the engineering colleges approved/ licensed by the Ministry of Education or recent graduates on the same year of the award.

    2) Should have a record of achievements and innovative solutions in the field of their specialization and social contributions documented by the university or training entity.

    3) Should be an undergraduate student (bachelor’s or higher diploma) and must submit a recommendation letter from the university.

Benefits of Participating

  • Recognize the Best in the Engineering Field

    Recognize the Best in the Engineering Field

  • Build Trust and Loyalty with Clients and the Public

    Build Trust and Loyalty with Clients and the Public

  • Influence Decision Making Outcomes

    Influence Decision Making Outcomes

  • Benchmark your Achievements

    Benchmark your Achievements

  • Connect and Network with Industry Experts

    Connect and Network with Industry Experts

  • Benefit from Media and Marketing Coverage

    Benefit from Media and Marketing Coverage

  • Join SOE activities

    Join SOE activities

  • Certificates and Awards

    Certificates and Awards

Previous Winners

Leading Personnel Award

H.E. Qasim Sultan Al Banna
1st

H.E. Qasim Sultan Al Banna

Outstanding Engineer Award

Dr. Ameena Saad Sultan Saad Al-Sumaiti
1st

Dr. Ameena Saad Sultan Saad Al-Sumaiti

Dr. Eng. Meiaad Rashed Alsaadi
2nd

Dr. Eng. Meiaad Rashed Alsaadi

Agnes Koltay
3rd

Agnes Koltay

Rising Engineer Award

Reem Muhsen Mohammed
1st

Reem Muhsen Mohammed

Fatima Humaid Alsuwaidi
2nd

Fatima Humaid Alsuwaidi

Majid Juma Akram Hejazi
3rd

Majid Juma Akram Hejazi

Outstanding Student Award

Ghaya Farid Mohammed Al Harmoodi
1st

Ghaya Farid Mohammed Al Harmoodi

Fatema Saleh Hasan Almarzooqi
2nd

Fatema Saleh Hasan Almarzooqi

Ahmad Ghandi AlQawasmi 
3rd

Ahmad Ghandi AlQawasmi 

Jury Committee

Dr. Riyadh Abdul Latif Al Muhaidib

Dr. Riyadh Abdul Latif Al Muhaidib

Chairman

Dr. Abdulla Ismail Al Zarouni

Dr. Abdulla Ismail Al Zarouni

Member

Shaikha Dr. Nahla Al Qassimi

Shaikha Dr. Nahla Al Qassimi

Member

Dr. Rashid Al Shaali

Dr. Rashid Al Shaali

Member

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