Submissions Open for 2026 DBIA Project/Team Awards

Design-Build Institute of America honors the best design-build projects and teams across the country.

Feb. 4, 2026 at 5:15pm

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The Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA) has opened submissions for its 2026 Design-Build Project/Team Awards, recognizing the best design-build projects and teams across the country. The awards span multiple market sectors and include both Merit and Excellence awards, along with special recognitions highlighting exceptional achievement in areas such as innovation, Owner leadership and advanced project practices.

Why it matters

The DBIA Project/Team Awards are highly prestigious honors that showcase the top design-build projects and teams in the industry. Winning these awards can bring significant recognition and prestige to the winning firms, helping them attract new clients and talent.

The details

Submissions are due Monday, Jun. 1, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. ET, with no deadline extensions. All entries must be submitted through DBIA's online awards portal. Winning teams will be recognized at DBIA's 2026 Design-Build Conference & Expo, held Nov. 4–6, 2026, in Cleveland, Ohio.

  • Submissions are due on Monday, June 1, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. ET.
  • The awards ceremony will be held at the DBIA's 2026 Design-Build Conference & Expo from November 4-6, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio.

The players

Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA)

A professional organization that promotes the design-build project delivery method and recognizes excellence in design-build projects and teams.

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What’s next

Additional information, including eligibility requirements, judging criteria and submission fees, is available on DBIA's Project/Team Awards page.

The takeaway

The DBIA Project/Team Awards are a prestigious recognition for design-build firms that demonstrate exceptional collaboration, leadership and delivery practices. Winning these awards can be a significant boost for a firm's reputation and business opportunities.