The Nemetschek Group, one of the leading software providers for the AEC/O and media & entertainment industry and The B1M, construction’s leading video channel, today launched the global initiative “Construction Story of the Year”.
The program aims to highlight the world’s most impressive and inspiring construction stories. It is looking for amazing projects, ideas or initiatives that show the best of the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry over the past twelve months. Its goal is to showcase the story that highlight the innovation of the construction industry and can serve as lighthouse project for its digital transformation.
“Every build project is a unique creation, often pushing the limits of our capabilities and requiring new approaches. This award highlights and celebrates the innovative ways our industry overcomes challenges and improves the way we shape the built world,” says Don Jacob, VP Technology and Innovation, Build & Construct Division at the Nemetschek Group.
“Construction isn´t very good at shouting about itself,” explains Fred Mills, Founder and Managing Director of The B1M. “Most people take this critical sector for granted and only ever hear about its mistakes. We want to change that by showcasing the most incredible AEC story.”
The submissions will be judged by a renowned panel including Don Jacob, Nemetschek Group, Fred Mills, founder, and Managing Director of the B1M, Maria Lehman, president-elect of the American Society of Civil Engineers, engineer and TV presenter, Jacqueline Glass, professor in construction management at the Faculty of the Built Environment at London City University, and Salla Eckhart from Microsoft.
Entries are now open and will be closed on August 26. Three shortlisted contenders will then have a short video feature created on their entry for distribution across The B1M’s and Nemetschek Group´s networks. Reaction and feedback from The B1M’s audience, followed by a final judges’ deliberation will determine the winner. The award ceremony will take place on November 2, at the Nemetschek Group’s headquarters in Munich, Germany.
