Excellence in Construction Competition

Associated Builders and Contractors of Indiana/Kentucky seek to recognize the outstanding projects built by our members. Such recognition builds greater awareness in our local communities of the quality of work produced by Merit Shop contractors and their employees. Furthermore, the Excellence in Construction competition represents the quality of the companies in ABC.

2026 Award Submissions

Award of Excellence in Construction

This Award honors the skill and creativity of the entire team- contractor, owner, architect, and engineer- responsible for an outstanding project. The award recipients excel in innovation, quality, communication, and safety.

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Applications must be submitted, and payment received by May 29th by 5:00 PM | Intent to Compete cost: $175.00

Submit EIC Application

Other Award Nomination Applications:

James W. Rabold Safety Award

This Award honors the exemplary safety professionals employed by ABC members. This award is given to a representative from each council who embodies the safety principles valued by ABC and those who take the extra step to ensure all craft professionals return home safely each night.

Applications must be submitted, and payment received by May 29th by 5:00 PM | Intent to Compete cost: $175.00

Apply: James W. Rabold Award of Safety Excellence

Douglas Trolson Image Award: Model Member

This Award is given to an outstanding ABC member for their involvement and support of ABC, commitment to the merit shop, and overall industry involvement.

Applications must be submitted, and payment received by May 29th by 5:00 PM | Intent to Compete cost: $175.00

Apply: Douglas Trolson Image Award: Model Member

Douglas Trolson Image Award: Member Participation Award

This Award is given to an outstanding ABC member for their involvement and support of ABC, commitment to the merit shop, and overall industry involvement. Please note that you do not need to submit an application for this; it will automatically be applied when you submit the Douglas Trolson Image Award: Model Member application.