BUILDING EXCELLENCE AWARDS

Project Name:
General Contractor/Prime Contractor Company Name:
Address:
City:
Province:
Postal Code:
Phone:
Your Full Name:
Your Position:
Your Email Address:

INDUSTRIAL - Includes warehouse, manufacturing facility, power generating plant, water and waste treatment plant, industrial strip mall.

COMMERCIAL - Includes arena/auditorium, call centre, retail/department store, restaurant/theatre, high or low-rise office/hotel/motel, private (mixed use including residential - Part 3 Building Code), private (mixed use including residential - Part 9 Building Code).

INSTITUTIONAL - Includes apartment/condo, school/college/university, fire/police station, custodial facility/town hall, post office/government facility, public (mixed use including residential - Part 3 Building Code), public (mixed use including residential - Part 9 Building Code).

• Up to $2 Million
• $2 - $5 Million
• $5 - $10 Million
• $10 - $20 Million
• More than $20 Million

Provide a description of the project scope that explains type of construction, size of the project, contract value, schedule and duration of project.

Provide three letters of reference for each submission that is related to the project. Reference letters must be on the letterhead of the individual providing the reference.  Letters of reference can be provided by the following:

• Project owner
• Financer
• Trade contractor
• Consultant
• Supplier
• Manufacturer

Describe the process used to calling bids and awarding contracts to GVCA member trade contractors, manufacturers and suppliers.

Upload a complete list of the project team in Excel format (this form will be provided online when you reach this step). Include subtrades who worked on this project, their title, and contact information, and indicate if they are GVCA members. (If they are not members, encourage them to join the GVCA by January 10, 2025.)

Describe the complexities of the project along with methods used to overcome obstacles. Highlight outstanding aspects of exemplary workmanship and attention to detail. Include any innovative construction techniques.

Tell us about the leadership your firm provided. Describe your personnel management. Do you invest in your employees’ professional development? Tell us about your quality control procedures, your scheduling methods
and value engineering.

Submit 3 to 10 photographs of this project in .jpg format. Please include a brief caption for each photo. Note that you are responsible for obtaining the rights to reproduce all images.

NOTE: At least one photograph MUST be of the facade of the building and it MUST be high-resolution.

• Your Company Name
• Address
• City
• Province
• Postal Code
• Phone
• Your Full Name
• Your Position
• Your Email Address
• Name of the Company you are submitting for (It can be your own)
• Contact Person at This Company
• Phone Number of This Company

• Designer
• Supplier / Manufacturer
• Sub trade
• General / Prime Contractor

Tell us about this innovation. Why do you believe this company is eligible for this award? What innovative solution(s) and/or product was developed? Is it a new process or product? Did it have a positive impact on the environment? Was a unique problem solved? Describe the methodology and/or process used that is transferrable to other situations. Did it save time, money or impact safety? Please provide detailed information so the judges can make accurate and informed decisions. 

Submit 1 to 2  high-resolution logos for the company in .jpeg format. Note that you are responsible for obtaining the rights to reproduce all images. 

• Name of the Company you are submitting for this Award. (It can be your own)
• Your Company Name
• Address
• City
• Province
• Postal Code
• Phone
• Your Full Name
• Your Position
• Your Email Address

Tell us about this company. Why do you believe it is eligible for this award?
How does it promote diversity in the workplace?
This can relate to gender, religion, race, ethnicity, or LGTBQ.
How is this company involved in the community?
Do its employees join in walks, support kids’ sports teams and donate to those less fortunate?
Does its team do Acts of Kindness on a regular basis?

Submit 1 to 2 high-resolution logos for the company in .jpeg format. Note that you are responsible for obtaining the rights to reproduce all images. 

• Name of the Company you are submitting for this Award. (It can be your own)
• Your Company Name
• Address
• City
• Province
• Postal Code
• Phone
• Your Full Name
• Your Position
• Your Email Address

Explain why your nominee is a deserving recipient of the Women in Construction Award. Highlight their specific contributions to the construction industry, their influence on enhancing women's roles within the industry in the Waterloo Region, and share examples of how they have inspired and mentored other women.

Include a list of any awards, certifications, or other forms of recognition your nominee has received that demonstrate their dedication to supporting women in construction. Additionally, provide any relevant information that showcases their leadership and advocacy efforts within the industry.

Submit 1 to 10 high-resolution images of the nominee and images that support their contributions in the industry. Note that you are responsible for obtaining the rights to reproduce all images. 

• Name of the Company you are submitting for this Award. (It can be your own)
• Your Company Name
• Address
• City
• Province
• Postal Code
• Phone
• Your Full Name
• Your Position
• Your Email Address

Provide a brief description or biography of your nominee that highlights their experience, key achievements, and contributions to the skilled trades industry. Focus on their expertise, the quality of their work, any innovations or best
practices they have introduced, and their role in mentoring others. Additionally, mention how they have demonstrated leadership, set industry standards, or made a significant impact in their field. Keep the description concise, emphasizing the qualities that make them stand out as an exceptional tradesperson.

Include relevant industry credentials, safety certifications, or specialized training that demonstrate their expertise. Also, mention any professional affiliations, leadership roles, or community involvement that further support their nomination. If applicable, include project highlights, testimonials, or media coverage that showcase their impact and contributions to the construction industry.