Further information on award categories and criteria can be found below:
NextGen Rising Star London & South East
This award celebrates the outstanding contribution of someone under 35 to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline):
Finalists:
This category was kindly judged by:
Robin Ellis – Graven | Hazel Houliston – Natwest | Mark Rogers – Turner & Townsend | Alex Stork – Overbury
NextGen Rising Star Midlands and East Anglia
This award celebrates the outstanding contribution of someone under 35 to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline).
Finalists:
This category was kindly judged by:
Ella Clark – Unova Consulting | Andrew Fairest – Genr8 | Joseph Hazell – Atelier Ten
NextGen Rising Star Northern England, North Wales, and Northern Ireland
This award celebrates the outstanding contribution of someone under 35 to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline).
Finalists:
This category was kindly judged by:
Joseph Huddleston – Squaredot | Lauren Lewis – Arup | Oliver Lewis – Overbury
NextGen Rising Star Scotland
This award celebrates the outstanding contribution of someone under 35 to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline).
Finalists:
This category was kindly judged by:
Ruairi Dempsey – HDR | Benjamin Simpson – Fletcher Priest Architects | Amelia Walsh – Turner & Townsend
NextGen Rising Star South West England and South Wales
After thoughtful consideration, we have decided not to move forward with this category for this year’s awards. We truly appreciate the hard work and dedication behind the submissions; however, they did not fully align with the standards we aim to uphold at the BCO. In the interest of maintaining fairness and consistency across all regions, we believe this is the best course of action for now.
Employer of the Year
This award celebrates organisations that have created a stimulating and supportive work environment, with a particular focus on nurturing the next generation of talent. This involves a real commitment to the welfare and development of young employees, resulting in tangible staff satisfaction and a well-motivated, ambitious, genuinely integrated, and diverse workforce.
Finalists:
This category was kindly judged by:
Chloe Prince – Landsec | Lee Jones – Quantem | Sarah Lawson – Michael Laird Architects
Graduate of the Year
This award celebrates the outstanding contribution of a graduate who has recently entered the commercial property industry.
Finalists:
This category was kindly judged by:
Ayo Ambali – WILL+Partners | Samuel Gardner – Sheppard Robson | Jerryl Ong Jun Wey – Cundall
Impact Award (formerly Diversity & Inclusion Champion of the Year)
This award recognises the outstanding contribution of an individual who has significantly advanced social value through leadership in creating a genuinely inclusive workplace culture. Special attention will be given to their efforts in designing and operating a workspace that fosters inclusivity, supports charitable initiatives, and promotes positive social impact.
Finalists:
This category was kindly judged by:
Clare Ashmore – Parkeray | Kwamena Beecham | Simon Pope – Howells
Inspirational Leader of the Year
This award celebrates the outstanding contribution of a senior industry member who has led the next generation of office talent.
Finalists:
This category was kindly judged by:
Amy Leech – tp bennett | Ioana Price – AECOM | Matthew Redgrove – Helical
Loughton Contracts is the UK’s premier provider of flooring solutions, renowned for its expertise in delivering high-quality installations across a diverse range of sectors for over 30 years.
With a commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainability, Loughton Contracts offers tailored flooring services that meet the unique needs of each client.
From commercial spaces to residential projects, our skilled teams ensure meticulous attention to detail and superior craftsmanship, making Loughton Contracts a trusted partner in the industry.
Modular Interiors are industry leading providers of offsite manufactured fit-out solutions. Combined with traditional fit out skilled trades & offsite products we are able to complete a full high-end interior fit out service.
We work with the UK’s leading developers, clients, architects and contractors, to supply a range of services including design, manufacture, supply and installation.
We work openly in collaboration with clients and supply chain partners for mutual benefit. We embrace this philosophy to ensure that the most efficient and appropriate solutions can be found for every project.
BE News is the only free-to-air online news service to cover the entire built environment industry. Its mission is to connect and inform the whole community – spanning commercial property, the residential sector, construction, architecture, planning and engineering – via one platform.
The 2023 winners for each category were announced at the awards evening on Wednesday 1 November.
NextGen Rising Star London and South East
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline).
Winner: Kwamena Beecham | Buckley Gray Yeoman
NextGen Rising Star Midlands and East Anglia
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline).
Winner: Simon Pope | Howells
NextGen Rising Star Northern England, North Wales and Northern Ireland
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline).
Amelia Walsh | Turner & Townsend
NextGen Rising Star Scotland
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline).
Winner: Robin Ellis | Graven
NextGen Rising Star South West England and South Wales
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline).
Winner: Ioana Price | AECOM
Diversity & Inclusion Champion of the Year
This award recognises the outstanding contribution of an individual who has led the way in helping to create a workspace which is genuinely inclusive. Specific attention will be paid to the design and operation of the workplace which positively affects inclusivity.
Winner: Ayo Ambali | WILL+Partners
Graduate of the Year
Recognising a graduate who has recently entered into the commercial property industry.
Winner: Jerryl Ong Jun Wey | Cundall
Inspirational Leader of the Year
Recognising a senior industry member who has led the next generation of office talent.
Winner: Clare Ashmore | Parkeray
NextGen’s Employer of the Year
Recognising organisations that have created a stimulating and supportive work environment and a real commitment to the welfare of its employees, resulting in high staff satisfaction levels and a well-motivated, ambitious and integrated workforce.
Winner: AECOM
This award recognises the outstanding contribution of an individual who has led the way in helping to create a workspace which is genuinely inclusive. Specific attention will be paid to the design and operation of the workplace, which positively affects inclusivity.
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Ravinder Heer | CMS UK
Chloe Prince | APAM
Kieron Taylor | AKT II
This award celebrates organisations that have created a stimulating and supportive work environment. This means a real commitment to the welfare f employees, with tangible staff satisfaction and a well-motivated, ambitious, genuinely integrated, and diverse workforce.
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Ben Simpson | Fletcher Priest Architects
Angela Lowe | CBRE
This award celebrates the outstanding contribution of a graduate who has recently entered the commercial property industry.
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Clare Ashmore | Parkeray
Sam Gardner | Sheppard Robson
Matthew Sumpter | Ridge & Partners
This award celebrates the outstanding contribution of a senior industry member who has led the next generation of office talent.
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Jack Hawkins | GPE
Matthew Redgrove | Turner & Townsend
This award celebrates the outstanding contribution of someone under 35 to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline).
Shortlist
Judged by:
Hannah Buxton | RX London
Sophie Davies | Heyne Tillett Steel
Oliver Hall | Make Architects
This award celebrates the outstanding contribution of someone under 35 to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline).
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Francesca Ghavami | Howells
Joe Huddleston | Modus Group
Danielle Hudson | Mills & Reeve
This award celebrates the outstanding contribution of someone under 35 to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline).
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Andrew Fairest | Muse Developments
Tom Giddings | Rider Levett Bucknall
Amy Leech | tp bennett
This award celebrates the outstanding contribution of someone under 35 to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline).
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Sarah Mitchell | Overbury
Matt Perring | Method Consulting
John Wright | Stride Treglown
This award celebrates the outstanding contribution of someone under 35 to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline).
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Hazel Houliston | NatWest
Peter Kerr | Atelier Ten
Gold Sponsor:
For over a century, Knauf has stood a global leader in building materials. Knauf began as a family company and grew into a global enterprise spanning 90 countries and delivering world class construction materials and solutions worldwide.
At Knauf, we share the spirit of pushing the boundaries of design and construction using building materials designed to empower creative visions in areas of commercial, residential, education, healthcare, high rise buildings and office spaces.
Planner Suite was launched last year and recently had a major update. Its functionality supports specifiers in meeting the requirements of the Building Safety Act. Planner Suite also provides a comprehensive list of systems supported by fire resistance, acoustic and stiffness reports with results based on EN test methodologies. Planner Suite allows you to create your own projects and add Knauf systems to generate a K10 specification document.
Our comprehensive technical data sheets, product information and EPDs are located on our website and provides specifiers with the confidence that Knauf systems will meet regulatory and specification requirements.
Sustainability is paramount today and architects play a crucial part in shaping the future as do we. Our dedication in responsible practices and sustainably sourcing materials aligns with our sustainability goals.
Silver Sponsor
Derwent London
Derwent London is one of London’s most innovative office specialist property regenerators and investors and is well known for its design-led philosophy and creative management approach to development. Our appealing designs attract a range of tenants, including those from creative industries. Our investment portfolio totals 5.4 million sq ft and is worth £5.2 billion as at 30 June 2023. Derwent London is the largest central London office-focused REIT.
Sculptform
At Sculptform, we design, manufacture and supply timber and aluminium modular wall, ceiling, façade and screen systems to create stunning architecture. We are a trusted design solution partner with architects and contractors internationally, collaborating to fulfil our mantra – beautiful designs made buildable.
We’re the creators of our patented Click-on connection, which has won us thousands of incredible projects across the world. Our Click-on Battens, Click-on Cladding and Click-on Screens are the result of continuous innovation to be the best at what we do and have resulted in becoming the most sought-after feature lining brand globally.
Bronze Sponsor:
Booth sponsors:
Media partner:
NextGen Awards 2023 | Sponsorship Opportunities Brochure
The 2022 winners for each category were announced at the awards evening on Wednesday 23 November.
This award recognises the outstanding contribution of an individual who has led the way in helping to create a workspace which is genuinely inclusive. Specific attention will be paid to the design and operation of the workplace which positively affects inclusivity.
Winner: Suzan Ucmaklioglu, Foster + Partners
Winner: AECOM
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Winner: Kieron Taylor, AKT II
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Winner: Alex Slatter, Associated Architects
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Winner: Emily Smart, Gleeds
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Winner: Andrew McNair, Atelier Ten
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Winner: Oliver Theobald, Arup
Recognising a graduate who has recently entered into the commercial property industry
Winner: Anoushka Pacquette, WILL+Partners
Recognising a senior industry member who has led the next generation of office talent
Winner: Deepak Parmar, MCM
This award recognises the outstanding contribution of an individual who has led the way in helping to create a workspace which is genuinely inclusive. Specific attention will be paid to the design and operation of the workplace which positively affects inclusivity.
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Clare Ashmore, Parkeray
Kane Lewis, Derwent London
Chloe Prince, APAM
This award celebrates organisations that have created a stimulating and supportive work environment. This means a real commitment to the welfare of employees, with tangible staff satisfaction and a well-motivated, ambitious, genuinely integrated and diverse workforce.
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Jakes Ferguson, Cabinet Office
Danielle Hudson, Mills & Reeve
Elizabeth Ward, CMS
This award celebrates the outstanding contribution of a graduate who has recently entered the commercial property industry
Judged by:
Jon Allgood
Sam Gardner, Sheppard Robson
Matthew Sumpter, Gleeds
This award celebrates the outstanding contribution of a senior industry member who has led the next generation of office talent.
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Emily Pallot, Ayre Chamberlain Gaunt
James Pellatt, GPE
Matthew Redgrove, Turner & Townsend
This award celebrates the outstanding contribution of someone under 35 to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Shortlist
Judged by:
Hannah Buxton, RX London
Racheal Cadey, Edge Architecture & Design
Oliver Hall, Make Architects
This award celebrates the outstanding contribution of someone under 35 to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Andrew Bloxham, Core Five
Ben Burton, Overbury
Justin Ford, Bruntwood
This award celebrates the outstanding contribution of someone under 35 to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Danielle Ford, DAL Group UK
Tom Giddings, Rider Levett Bucknall
Alex Stork, Overbury
This award celebrates the outstanding contribution of someone under 35 to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Steph Calder, BDP
Matt Heaman, Hoare Lea
Sarah Mitchell, Overbury
This award celebrates the outstanding contribution of someone under 35 to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Sarah Lawson, Michael Laird Architects
Angela Lowe, CBRE
Craig Tennant, Ryden
Platinum Sponsor
Careys
Our story starts in 1969 with three brothers and a van. John, Tom and Pat Carey moved to London from Ireland and started a groundworks contracting company called PJ Carey Plant Hire (Oval) Ltd.
Their aspirations at the time were reflective of the values of the Carey Group today – to care about everything they did, to act with humility in all interactions, to be passionate about their work and be authentic at all times.
Throughout the years, we have remained committed to delivering on our promises, respecting our clients, offering innovative solutions and producing the highest-quality work in safe environments. These are the core principles set by our Founders, the ones we have never wavered from, and they help us to fulfil our ultimate vision ‘To be the most trusted and socially responsible construction company, that people are proud to work with’.
Today, we are proud to have worked on some of the UK’s most iconic and challenging construction projects, delivering a range of specialist civil engineering and dry lining services across multiple sectors:
Careys:
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Our strong approach is underpinned by robust financial management, continuous investment in our people, specialist equipment and strategic assets and our long-standing culture of teamwork – we want to create the very best environments for our people.
We care about our people and our partners and how we work with them, ensuring we do our best by them. Ultimately, we care about our impact on the world around us and the communities that we proudly help to shape.
Gold Sponsor
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Multiplex
Multiplex is a leading global contractor with a focus on sustainable growth and a presence in Europe, Canada, the Middle East, Australia and India. They have been delivering landmark property and infrastructure assets for more than 55 years, with expertise in the commercial, residential, mixed-use, healthcare, hotel, tourism, education, stadia, and infrastructure sectors.
Established in 1962, the company’s work to date comprises more than 955 projects with a combined value of US$80 billion, and their culture of outperformance has resulted in more than 680 industry awards. Multiplex is backed by the financial stability and global relationships of its parent company Brookfield, which supports its continued growth.
Silver Sponsor
Derwent London
Derwent London plc owns 77 buildings in a commercial real estate portfolio predominantly in central London valued at £5.7 billion as at 31 December 2021, making it the largest London-focused real estate investment trust (REIT).
Derwent London has committed to becoming a net zero carbon business by 2030. We capitalise on the unique qualities of each of our properties – taking a fresh approach to the regeneration of every building with a focus on anticipating tenant requirements and an emphasis on design. Landmark buildings in our 5.6 million sq ft portfolio include 80 Charlotte Street, Brunel Building, White Collar Factory, Angel Building and Tea Building.
@derwentlondon
Table Sponsors
WEDNESDAY 10 NOVEMBER, 19.00 – 00.30
THE PORTER TUN, THE BREWERY, 52 CHISWELL STREET, LONDON, EC1Y 4SD
Thank you to our 2021 sponsors:
Media partner:
For sponsorship opportunities in 2022, contact us at events@bco.org.uk
The 2021 winners for each category were announced at the awards evening on Wednesday 10 November.
(Nominations from NextGen’s only – under 35’s). Voted for by BCO NextGen members.
Recognising organisations that have created a stimulating and supportive work environment and a real commitment to the welfare of its employees, resulting in high staff satisfaction levels and a well-motivated, ambitious and integrated workforce.
Winner: AECOM
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Winner: Laura Collins, Stanhope plc
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Winner: Conor Nolan, ScanTech Digital
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Winner: Sarah Syson, Claremont Group Interiors
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Winner: Gina Colley, ThreeSixty Architecture
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Winner: Katherine Adair, Hoare Lea
Recognising a graduate who has recently entered into the commercial property industry
Winner: Timothy Newcombe, Cundall
Recognising a senior industry member who has led the next generation of office talent
Winner: Mary-Ann Clarke, AECOM
Recognising a Founder or Co-Founder that has developed a product or service that is transforming the commercial real estate sector
Winner: Max Wilson, Spokesafe
Are you keen to showcase your brand to a room full of the next generation? Join us as sponsors, where you will benefit from free event tickets and brand promotion before, during and after the event. Email events@bco.org.uk to discuss.
Platinum Sponsor
Multiplex
Multiplex is a leading global contractor with a focus on sustainable growth and a presence in Europe, Canada, the Middle East, Australia and India. They have been delivering landmark property and infrastructure assets for more than 55 years, with expertise in the commercial, residential, mixed-use, healthcare, hotel, tourism, education, stadia, and infrastructure sectors.
Established in 1962, the company’s work to date comprises more than 955 projects with a combined value of US$80 billion, and their culture of outperformance has resulted in more than 680 industry awards. Multiplex is backed by the financial stability and global relationships of its parent company Brookfield, which supports its continued growth.
Gold Sponsors
Chiltern Contracts
Chiltern Contracts Limited are one of the foremost tiling and stone contractors in London. We design, source, manufacture, install and advise on a range of surface packages across various applications and sectors, including commercial, residential, retail and hospitality.
Working with Tier 1 contractors, major builders and developers on some of London’s most exciting and unique projects, we have developed a reputation for quality and service among our clients, due to our exacting standards and singular focus on satisfying our customers.
As one of London’s premier specialist contractors, our packages include stone façade restoration, external and internal tiling and cladding, waterproofing, screeding and rendering works and external hardscapes. Our 20,000 square foot manufacturing facility in Bedfordshire with multiple CNC saws allow us to fabricate completely bespoke orders and provide end to end delivery – design, supply, manufacturing and, installation.
With a senior team possessing a combined 50 years of experience and able to handle the most difficult and technical projects, Chiltern’s culture of excellence and proven commitment to our clients that have made us one of London’s most respected and reliable contractors.
Derwent London
Derwent London owns 81 buildings in a commercial real estate portfolio predominantly in central London valued at £5.4 billion (including joint ventures) as at 30 June 2021, making it the largest London-focused real estate investment trust (REIT).
We take a fresh approach to the regeneration of every building, anticipating occupier requirements and with an emphasis on design.
Landmark schemes in our 5.4 million sq ft portfolio include 80 Charlotte Street W1, Brunel Building W2, White Collar Factory EC1, Angel Building EC1, 1-2 Stephen Street W1, Horseferry House SW1 and Tea Building E1.
As part of our aim to lead the industry in mitigating climate change, Derwent London has committed to becoming a net zero carbon business by 2030, publishing its pathway to achieving this goal in July 2020. In 2019 the Group became the first UK REIT to sign a Revolving Credit Facility with a ‘green’ tranche. At the same time, we also launched our Green Finance Framework and signed the Better Buildings Partnership’s climate change commitment. The Group is a member of the ‘RE100’ which recognises Derwent London as an influential company, committed to 100% renewable power by purchasing renewable energy, a key step in becoming a net zero carbon business. Derwent London is one of only a few property companies worldwide to have science-based carbon targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). In 2013 the Company launched a voluntary Community Fund and has to date supported over 100 community projects in the West End and the Tech Belt.
@derwentlondon
Silver Sponsors
Gleeds
Gleeds is an international property and construction consultancy with over 130 years’ experience in the property and construction industry. With 1900 dedicated staff across six continents and 73 offices, Gleeds prides itself on being a global business that is structured to act and think locally. Working with clients in almost every sector, Gleeds services the entire project lifecycle and categorises its offering into the following core areas:programme and project management, commercial and contract management, property and asset management and advisory.
De Group
The De Group is a suite of specialist construction service providers, each uniquely qualified in their field to provide exemplary services, advice and support. The De Group maintains a key focus on the central London market working across the full enabling scope of works, through Deconstruct UK. This includes hazardous material and asbestos removal, provided by Decontaminate UK. De-Group Contracting further compliments the group, providing New Build, Shell and Core, Envelope and Fit-Out to buildings across central London. Contracting businesses are further supported by our in-house health, safety and risk management consultancy, Derisk.
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Recognising organisations that have created a stimulating and supportive work environment and a real commitment to the welfare of its employees, resulting in high staff satisfaction levels and a well-motivated, ambitious, and integrated workforce.
Nominations must demonstrate how the organisation has:
Judged by:
NextGen Member vote
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Criteria:
Judged by:
Lindsey Barrett, CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang
Racheal Cadey,Edge Architecture and Design
David Illingworth, London Structures Lab
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Criteria:
Judged by:
Andrew Bloxham, Corefive
Justin Ford, Bruntwood
Danny Parmar, Overbury
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Criteria:
Judged by:
Francesca Harrison, Ryder Architecture
Alex Stork, Overbury
Mathew Teare, SAS International
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Criteria:
Judged by:
Rory Carson, Mapletree UK
Matthew Carter, RLB
Sarah Mitchell, Overbury
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Criteria:
Judged by:
Jamie Kelman, CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang
David Sim, Atelier Ten
Craig Tennant, Ryden
Recognising a graduate who has recently entered the commercial property industry
Criteria:
Judged by:
Jon Allgood, The Crown Estate
Andrew Howe, Heyne Tillett Steel
Matthew Sumpter, Gleeds
Recognising a senior industry member who has led the next generation of office talent.
Criteria:
Judged by:
Andy Levy, RLB
Emily Pallot, Ayre Chamberlain Gaunt
James Pellatt, GPE
Recognising a Founder or Co-Founder that has developed a product or service that is transforming the commercial real estate sector.
Criteria:
Judged by:
Clare Ashmore, Pakeray
Christopher Blust, AKT II
Annabel Koeck, Grimshaw Architects
THURSDAY 12 NOVEMBER, 16.00 – 16.45
The winners for each category were announced on Thursday 12 November via virtual event streamed via the BCO’s YouTube Channel. Catch up or re-watch the ceremony here
Recognising organisations that have created a stimulating and supportive work environment and a real commitment to the welfare of its employees, resulting in high staff satisfaction levels and a well-motivated, ambitious and integrated workforce.
WINNER: AECOM
Recognising the burgeoning presence of PropTech in the commercial real estate market, this award acknowledged organisations that have driven technology innovation in the past year.
WINNER: Mobius
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
WINNER: Yohance Harper, Quadrant Estates
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
WINNER: Christopher Fagg, Turner & Townsend
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
WINNER: David Dick, Cooper Cromar
Recognising a graduate who has recently entered the commercial property industry.
WINNER: Michelle Wang, Hoare Lea
Recognising a Founder or Co-Founder that has developed a product or service that is transforming the commercial real estate sector.
WINNER: Stuart Maggs, Scaled Robotics
Recognising a senior industry member who has led the next generation of office talent.
WINNER: Gary Elliott, Elliott Wood
HIGHLY COMMENDED: Richard Beastall, tp bennett [in memoriam]
HIGHLY COMMENDED: Noel DeBruin, Willmott Dixon Interiors [in memoriam]
Nominations and voting have now closed. Scroll down to see who has been shortlisted for each category, and join us here on 12 November to find out who our 2020 winners are!
Recognising organisations that have created a stimulating and supportive work environment and a real commitment to the welfare of its employees, resulting in high staff satisfaction levels and a well-motivated, ambitious and integrated workforce.
Shortlist:
Judged by:
NextGen Member vote
Recognising the burgeoning presence of PropTech in the commercial real estate market, this award acknowledged organisations that have driven technology innovation in the past year.
Shortlist:
Judged by:
NextGen Member vote
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Shortlist:
Judged by:
David Illingworth, London Structures Lab
Lindsey Barrett, CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang
Racheal Cadey, Edge Architecture and Design
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Alexandra Slatter, Associated Architects
Amelia Hardman, Eversheds
Danny Parmar, Overbury
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Matthew Carter, RLB
Luke Martin, JLL
Matthew Heaman, Hoare Lea
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Gary Scott, MPact Group
Lucy Galloway, Space Solutions
Bill Ritchie, atelier ten
Recognising a graduate who has recently entered the commercial property industry.
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Andrew Howe, Heyne Tillett Steel
Carl Giles, Alinea
Michelle Marwood, MM2
Recognising a Founder or Co-Founder that has developed a product or service that is transforming the commercial real estate sector.
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Annabel Koeck, Grimshaw Architects
Christopher Blust, AKT II
Clare Ashmore, Pakeray
Recognising a senior industry member who has led the next generation of office talent.
Shortlist:
Judged by:
Andrew Campbell, Multiplex
Emily Pallot, Ayre Chamberlain Gaunt
James Pellatt, GPE
Headline Sponsors:
Multiplex
Multiplex has been delivering landmark property and infrastructure assets for more than 55 years. Multiplex is a leading international contractor with a focus on sustainable growth and a presence in Europe, Canada, the Middle East, Australia and India. The company’s expertise encompasses the residential, health, retail, commercial, tourism, education, engineering and infrastructure sectors, and as a group, Multiplex has earned more than 680 industry awards.
Established in 1962, the company’s work to date comprises more than 955 projects with a combined value of US$80 billion. Multiplex is backed by the financial stability and global relationships of its parent company Brookfield, which supports its continued growth.
Derwent London
Derwent London owns 83 buildings in a commercial real estate portfolio predominantly in central London valued at £5.4 billion (including joint ventures) as at 30 June 2020, making it the largest London-focused real estate investment trust (REIT).
We take a fresh approach to the regeneration of every building, anticipating occupier requirements and with an emphasis on design.
Landmark schemes in our 5.6 million sq ft portfolio include 80 Charlotte Street W1, Brunel Building W2, White Collar Factory EC1, Angel Building EC1, 1-2 Stephen Street W1, Horseferry House SW1 and Tea Building E1.
As part of our commitment to lead the industry in mitigating climate change, in February 2020, we committed to becoming Net Zero Carbon by 2030, bringing forward the date two decades earlier than the UK target. In 2019, we became the first UK REIT to sign a Green Revolving Credit Facility, and at the same time signed the Better Buildings Partnership’s climate change commitment. Derwent London is one of the few property companies worldwide to have science-based carbon targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). In 2013 the Company launched a voluntary Community Fund and has to date supported over 100 community projects in the West End and the Tech Belt.
@derwentlondon
Silver Sponsors:
Savile Row Projects
Savile Row Projects specialise in high performance acoustic products including Strähle glazed partitioning and doors, acoustic pods, acoustic absorption ceiling and wall panels and ground-breaking open-plan acoustic solutions.
We work in close partnership with the architectural community and work hard to assist in delivering the design team’s vision, whilst ensuring the technical excellence of the solutions.
With the imminent launch of our new website, we hope to provide the best in class resource to support all architects and designers in the development of their schemes
In short, our products are aspirational yet affordable and we are delighted to support the BCO Next Gen Awards.
Bronze Sponsors:
Dornan
Great Portland Estates
KKS Savills
U+I
TUESDAY 12 NOVEMBER 2019, 19.30 – 00.30
Many thanks to our sponsors.
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(Nominations from NextGen’s only – under 35’s). Voted for by BCO NextGen members.
Recognising the burgeoning presence of PropTech in the commercial real estate market, this award acknowledged organisations that have driven technology innovation in the past year.
Winner: Built-ID
(Nominations from NextGen’s only – under 35’s). Voted for by BCO NextGen members.
Recognising organisations that have created a stimulating and supportive work environment and a real commitment to the welfare of its employees, resulting in high staff satisfaction levels and a well-motivated, ambitious and integrated workforce.
Winner: chapmanbdsp
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Winner:
Paula Gonzalez, John Robertson Architects
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Winner: Roxana Botezatu, Gensler
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Winner: Simon Hill, DLG Architects LLP
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Winner: Claire Ann Harkins, McLaughlin and Harvey Workspace
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Winner: Lowri Jeffs, Arup
Recognising a graduate who has recently entered into the commercial property industry
Winner: Bongai Muyambo, chapmanbdsp
Recognising a senior industry member who has led the next generation of office talent
Winner: Katrina Kostic Samen, KKS Savills
The winners will be revealed on 12 November at the Awards evening.
NextGen’s Employer of the Year
Recognising organisations that have created a stimulating and supportive work environment and a real commitment to the welfare of its employees, resulting in high staff satisfaction levels and a well-motivated, ambitious and integrated workforce.
The nominees are:
BuckleyGrayYeoman
chapmanbdsp
Elementa Consulting
Elliott Wood
Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios
Method Consulting
StreetDots
WiredScore
NextGen’s PropTech Company of the Year – NEW FOR 2019!
Recognising the burgeoning presence of PropTech in the commercial real estate market, this award acknowledged organisations that have driven technology innovation in the past year.
The nominees are:
Built-ID
District Technologies
Equiem
Grid Edge
Spica Technologies Ltd
VTS
NextGen Rising Star London and South East
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Judged by:
Lindsey Barrett, CMS & BCO NextGen London Committee Member
Racheal Cadey, Edge Architecture and Design & BCO Board of Management Member
David Illingworth, AKT II & BCO NextGen London Committee Member
Paula Gonzalez, Project Director, John Robertson Architects
Alex Lawlor, Project Manager, Faithful+Gould
Nils Rage, Sustainable Design and Innovation Manager, Landsec
NextGen Rising Star Midlands and East Anglia
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Judged by:
Joe Huddleston, Gensler & BCO NextGen Midlands Committee Member
Danny Parmar, Overbury & BCO East Anglia Committee Chair
Stephen Townsend, Associated Architects & BCO NextGen Midlands Committee Member
Roxana Botezatu, Architect, Gensler
Rob George, Asset Manager, Bruntwood
Elspeth McLelland, Office Manager , Gensler
NextGen Rising Star Northern England and North Wales
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Judged by:
Kate Howe, Muse Developments
Richard Robinson, Shulmans & BCO NextGen North Committee Chair
Mathew Teare, SAS & BCO NextGen North Committee Member
Nathalie Baxter, Associate, FaulknerBrowns Architects
Natasha Dance, Associate Interior Designer, 5plus architects
Simon Hill, Associate Director , DLG Architects LLP
NextGen Rising Star Scotland
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Judged by:
Neal Hemingway, Threesixty Architecture & BCO NextGen Scotland Committee Member
Kirsteen Lamont, JLL & BCO NextGen Scotland Committee Member
Craig Tenant, Ryden & BCO Scotland Committee Member
Fraser Davie, Architect, Keppie
Claire Ann Harkins, General Manager, McLaughlin and Harvey Workspace
Peter Hendry, Director, Woolgar Hunter
NextGen Rising Star South West England and South Wales
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Judged by:
Matthew Heaman, Hoare Lea & BCO South West Committee Member
Sarah Trahair-Williams, Turner & Townsend & BCO NextGen South West Committee Member
Emma Wan, AWW & BCO NextGen South West Committee Chair
Peter Britland, Senior Cost Manager , Turner & Townsend
Chris Fagg, Project Manager, Turner & Townsend
Lowri Jeffs, Senior Engineer, Arup
Graduate of the Year
Recognising a graduate who has recently entered into the commercial property industry (within the last 1-2 years)
Judged by:
Clare Ashmore, Pakeray & BCO Board of Management Member
Carl Giles, alinea & BCO NextGen London Committee Chair
Michelle Marwood, Blackstone & BCO Board of Management Member
Edward Kilpatrick, Graduate Mechanical Engineer, AECOM
Bongai Muyambo, Graduate Mechanical Engineer, champmanbdsp
Jessica Ritchie, Project Engineer, Evolve Consulting Engineers
Inspirational Leader of the Year
Recognising a senior industry member who has led the next generation of office talent
Judged by:
Andrew Campbell, Multiplex & BCO NextGen London Committee Member
Emily Pallot, Ayre Chamberlain Gaunt & BCO NextGen London Committee Member
James Pellatt, Great Portland Estates & BCO Board of Management Member
Phil Breeden, Cost Consultancy Director, Mace Limited
Katrina Kostic Samen, Managing Partner, KKS
Lorna Walker , Director, Strategic Projects, CBRE
Are you keen to showcase your brand to a room full of the next generation? Join us as sponsors, where you will benefit from free event tickets and brand promotion before, during and after the event. Download the Sponsorship Opportunities brochure or email events@bco.org.uk to discuss.
Headline Sponsor:
Multiplex
Multiplex has been delivering landmark property and infrastructure assets for more than 55 years. Multiplex is a leading international contractor with a focus on sustainable growth and a presence in Europe, Canada, the Middle East, Australia and India. The company’s expertise encompasses the residential, health, retail, commercial, tourism, education, engineering and infrastructure sectors, and as a group, Multiplex has earned more than 680 industry awards.
Established in 1962, the company’s work to date comprises more than 955 projects with a combined value of US$80 billion. Multiplex is backed by the financial stability and global relationships of its parent company Brookfield, which supports its continued growth.
Gold Sponsor:
Cushman & Wakefield
Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global real estate services firm that delivers exceptional value for real estate occupiers and owners. Cushman & Wakefield is among the largest real estate services firms with 48,000 employees in approximately 400 offices and 70 countries. In 2017, the firm had revenue of $6.9 billion across core services of property, facilities and project management, leasing, capital markets, valuation and other services. To learn more, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com or follow @CushWake on Twitter.
Silver Sponsors:
21.Construction
We don’t want to follow the same formula as our peers, which is why we always search for better ways to work and new ways to tackle the challenges a project team can face.
As a specialist fit out and refurbishment main contractor we deliver exceptional change for our clients – from old to new, or from nothing to something. Our dynamic team is made up of technical experts and creative thinkers, reshaping our industry through our commitment to delivering difference.
Faithful+Gould
Faithful+Gould is an integrated project and programme management consultancy operating across 50+ offices around the world. We support our clients with the construction and management of their key assets, projects and programmes.
We have specialist teams delivering within commercial property and corporate real estate. For us there is a key differentiator between the two, determined by our clients, their requirements and the skill sets required by our people to create positive outcomes for every project and programme we deliver on.
Our end to end service delivery ensures we commit throughout the duration of a project or programme, from new build offices, retail banking roll out, corporate office move or rationalisation of an estate, we’ll deliver.
Faithful+Gould is part of the SNC Lavalin Group.
Bronze Sponsors:
Bluepoint Technologies
www.bluepointtechnologies.co.uk/
Derwent London
Gleeds
Great Portland Estates
Grimshaw Architects
Many thanks to our sponsors.
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NextGen’s Employer of the Year (nominations from NextGen’s only – under 35’s)
Voted for by BCO NextGen members
Recognising organisations that have created a stimulating and supportive work environment and a real commitment to the welfare of its employees, resulting in high staff satisfaction levels and a well-motivated, ambitious and integrated workforce.
Winner:
Elliott Wood Partnership
NextGen Rising Star London and South East
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Joint Winners:
Laura Hannigan, AKT II
NextGen Rising Star Midlands and East Anglia
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Winner:
Guy Revell, Bruntwood
NextGen Rising Star Northern England and North Wales
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Winner:
NextGen Rising Star Scotland
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Winner:
Emma Macleod, Hurley Palmer Flatt
NextGen Rising Star South West England and South Wales
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Winner:
Graduate of the Year
Recognising a graduate who has recently entered into the commercial property industry
Winner:
Harri John, Cushman & Wakefield
Inspirational Leader of the Year
Recognising a senior industry member who has led the next generation of office talent
Winner:
Amanda Whittington, Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios
Voted for by BCO NextGen members
Recognising organisations that have created a stimulating and supportive work environment and a real commitment to the welfare of its employees, resulting in high staff satisfaction levels and a well-motivated, ambitious and integrated workforce.
Finalists:
NextGen Rising Star London and South East
Judged by:
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Finalists:
Judged by:
Rob Groves, ArgentGemma Wilkinson, GVA
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Finalists:
NextGen Rising Star Northern England and North Wales
Judged by:
Phil Doyle, 5plus architects
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Finalists:
NextGen Rising Star Scotland
Judged by:
Finalists:
Michael Gallacher, Abstract Securities
NextGen Rising Star South West England and South Wales
Judged by:
Recognising an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
Finalists:
Alex Carron Brown, AWWGraduate of the Year
Judged by:
Recognising a graduate who has recently entered into the commercial property industry
Finalists:
Harri John, Cushman & Wakefield
Inspirational Leader of the Year
Judged by:Recognising a senior industry member who has led the next generation of office talent
Finalists:
Richard Clark, Burges Salmon
How can I nominate myself or a colleague?
Please complete a NextGen Awards 2018 Nominations form – found here. Supporting documentation will need to be sent to events@bco.org.uk.
When do nominations open and close?
No, there must be 3 referees supporting the nominations. There must be one external referee and one internal referee including within this. If you are nominating someone other than yourself, you will be considered as one referee.
Can I enter the same person in in two categories?
Yes. You will need to complete a nominations form for each nomination.
How early can I book?
Bookings open to all on 20 July 2018.
Can I reserve a table and pay for it later?
No, table reservations are only confirmed after receipt of payment.
How can I ensure we get a good table position at the Awards?
The front tables are allocated to sponsors and the BCO. The rest of the seating is allocated randomly or you can choose your seats when booking. The venue is a fairly small space so even those on the back tables will not miss out.
Who do I talk to about possibly sponsoring the Awards?
Please email events@bco.org.uk.
What are the timings for the Dinner?
The evening will start with a drinks reception at 6.30pm. Dinner will be served at 7.30pm. The Awards will draw to a close around 11.30pm and the venue must be clear by 12am. There is no cash bar at the venue. Food and drink will be provided as part of the ticket price.
When will the tickets be sent out?
We will be using e-tickets only, which will be emailed to guests. Tickets will be emailed shortly before the event.
What do I do if I have a food allergy or special dietary requirement?
If you have a specific food allergy or special dietary requirements, please email events@bco.org.uk.
What is the Dress Code?
Business Casual.
One of my guests has just dropped out and I need to change the name on the table, can I do this?
Yes, please email registration@sasevents.co.uk with the name of the person who has dropped out and the name of their replacement.
Mentor of the Year
John Forrester, Cushman & Wakefield
Rising Star London and South East
Christopher Christophi, Perkins+Will
Rising Star Midlands and East Anglia
Steve Townsend, Associated Architects
Rising Star Northern England and North Wales
Ian Walsh, Cartwright Pickard Architects
Rising Star Scotland
Hazel Pearson, Michael Laird Architects
Rising Star South West England and South Wales
Kel Ross, Arup
NextGen Choice Award for Innovative Fit Out
The Estee Lauder companies, London
NextGen Choice Award for Innovative Workplace
8 Finsbury Circus, London
BCO NextGen Workplace Competition 2017
88MpH
Annabel Koeck, Grimshaw
Amelia Maxwell, Lend Lease
Laura Hannigan, AKTII
Jennifer Barnes, Future City
Many thanks to the event sponsors:
Mentor of the Year Award
Recognizing a senior industry member who has mentored and developed the next generation of office talent.
WINNER: Nick Searl, Partner, Argent LLP
NextGen Rising Star (under 35) – Scotland – sponsored by Aberdeen Asset Management
Recognizing an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
WINNER: Jordan McCaffery, Partner, HK Surveying & Design
“The venue was the perfect setting for the NextGen awards, the U+I building is a truly inspiring space and added to the excitement of the evening. It was great to meet and mingle with my peers from across the UK, and to discuss a variety of projects that we are involved in. I was shortlisted for the ‘Rising Star’ award Scotland, and absolutely delighted to have won on the evening – it’s truly a privilege to be recognised for my achievements to date.
This award, together with my BCO award for best fit-out Scotland, really capped off a successful year for me personally.”
-Jordan McCaffery
NextGen Rising Star (under 35) – North – sponsored by U+I
Recognizing an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
WINNER: Michelle Rothwell, MD, Watch This Space
“I feel incredibly honoured to have been recognised by a such a highly respected organisation as BCO on both a regional and national level. Having only launched a year ago, this endorsement from BCO will help raise the profile of our business further and position Watch This Space as one to watch. The future’s looking bright!”
-Michelle Rothwell
NextGen Rising Star (under 35) – Midlands
Recognizing an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
WINNER: Sunil Johal, Project Director, Argent LLP
“NextGen for me, creates a setting which not only sets out to mentor but also actively encourages the communication of best practice in all aspects of the office sector. To be a winner at the BCO’s inaugural NextGen Awards, and be considered as one the UK’s best young stars in the commercial property sector, is a huge privilege and one I am very proud of. The inaugural NextGen awards was a fantastic evening and I encourage all young office sector professionals to get involved.”
-Sunil Johal
NextGen Rising Star (under 35) – South West
Recognizing an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
WINNER: Drew Nesbitt, Senior Associate, Burges Salmon
“BCO NextGen has been great for networking among peers and senior industry colleagues both in the southwest and across the U.K. The awards dinner was the opposite of what you would usually expect. Fresh and hip using space within an office to host 200 of the next generation in the sector. Winning was an award for all involved in growing next gen in the south west and the work they have put in.”
-Drew Nesbitt
NextGen Rising Star (under 35) – London & SE – sponsored by alinea consulting
Recognizing an under 35’s outstanding contribution to the office sector in the region (cross/multi discipline)
WINNER: Simon Wyatt, Associate Director, Cundall
“The BCO NextGen is a great opportunity to network and collaborate with the brightest and best professional is the commercial sector. I have been able to forge great relationships and partnerships both from attending a number of BCO NextGen events and being a member of the BCO Environmental Social Governance Group.
It’s fantastic to have won the BCO NextGen award, and be recognised for my work. I believe this win demonstrates the dramatic rise in the awareness of and commitment to health and well-being in the workplace.”
-Simon Wyatt
NextGen Choice for Innovative Fit Out – sponsored by Wates/Aecom
Space nomination for providing the next generation of office environment chosen from BCO regional and national winners
WINNER: Berghaus HQ, Sunderland
NextGen Choice for Innovative Workplace – sponsored by Faithful & Gould
Building nomination for providing next generation of office buildings chosen from BCO regional and national winners
WINNER: 22 Station Road, Cambridge
Next Gen Trailblazer Award – sponsored by Gardiner & Theobald
Wildcard Main Prize for establishing a paradigm/trend shift in the office sector (Could be a person/building/company/technology)
WINNER: Michelle Rothwell, MD, Watch this Space
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