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The Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA) has revealed the winners of the BCIA Awards 2026, celebrating the very best in innovation, achievement and leadership across the building controls, automation and smart buildings sector.
The awards ceremony was held on 11 May at The Eastside Rooms in Birmingham and hosted by TV presenter and magician Stephen Mulhern.
The Awards brought together more than 600 industry leaders, innovators and emerging talent to celebrate the achievements shaping the future of building performance. This year held particular significance as the Association marks its 35th anniversary, reflecting both the progress made and the growing importance of building controls in delivering high-performing, energy-efficient and safe buildings.
Widely regarded as a benchmark for excellence, the BCIA Awards recognise the outstanding individuals, teams and organisations driving progress across BEMS, smart buildings and building performance. This year’s winners represent a truly impressive showcase of talent, innovation and dedication across the sector.
From cutting-edge technical innovation and exceptional project delivery to service excellence and skills development, the 2026 winners highlight the strength and vibrancy of the industry. Their achievements underline the vital role building controls play in addressing some of the most pressing challenges facing the built environment, including energy efficiency, carbon reduction and operational resilience.
Alongside technical achievement, the prestigious BCIA Awards continue to highlight the importance of people within the sector. Categories recognising engineers, apprentices and emerging talent underline the industry’s focus on strengthening the skills pipeline and ensuring building controls remains a future-facing and attractive career path.
As buildings become increasingly complex and expectations around performance continue to rise, the need for skilled professionals capable of designing, implementing and optimising building systems has never been greater.
2026 BCIA Award winners
All 2026 BCIA Awards winners as follows:
Jen Vickers, President of the BCIA, said: “The BCIA Awards continue to showcase the very best of our sector, and this year’s winners are a clear demonstration of the innovation, expertise and commitment that exists across the industry. From technical excellence and project delivery to skills development and sustainability, these achievements highlight the vital role building controls play in delivering high-performing, energy-efficient buildings.”
Commenting on the Outstanding Contribution Award, Vickers said: “Terry’s contribution to the building controls industry has been both significant and long-standing. Through his dedication, leadership and commitment to advancing our sector, he has played an important role in shaping the industry we see today. The award is fitting recognition and on behalf of the BCIA I would like to thank Terry for his continued support and contribution.”
William Sebatch, Digital Power Technical Apprentice at Schneider Electric and Winner of the Young Engineer of the Year Award, said: “It’s great to be recognised by professionals within the industry and it’s a fantastic feeling to have won this award.”
Sebatch added: “I’m very thankful to have been chosen for the award. I’d also like to congratulate the other finalists in this category, I know it must have been a tough decision for the judges as they are all worthy winners.”
Vickers concluded: “Congratulations to all of our winners; your work is helping to drive progress across the sector and shape the future of the built environment.”
Picture: An image of the BCIA Awards, ready to be given to the winners.
Article written by Dave Mapps | Published 18 May 2026
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