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Anchin Announces Keynote for the Firm’s Sixteenth Annual Construction and Design Awards Event

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Anchin, a New York-based accounting and advisory firm, will host its 16th Annual Construction & Design Awards on Wednesday, June 24, 2026 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at 3 Times Square, New York, NY.

Presented in cooperation with the New York Building Congress (NYBC), ACEC New York and the Subcontractors Trade Association (STA), the event will bring together leaders from across the architecture, engineering and construction communities to celebrate excellence, innovation and industry impact.

For more than a decade, the Construction & Design Awards have recognized individuals, organizations and emerging leaders shaping the future of the built environment. This year’s celebration will honor firms that have demonstrated exceptional achievement in innovation, project delivery, leadership and industry advancement.

The evening will feature a keynote address from Rizwan (Riz) Baig, P.E., Chief Engineer of The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey. Throughout his distinguished career, Baig has led major transportation and infrastructure initiatives while championing innovation, technology advancement and regional collaboration. His perspective on the future of infrastructure development and engineering leadership is expected to provide valuable insight for attendees from across the construction and design sectors.

This year’s honorees will be recognized across three award categories:

Rising Stars Award: Recognizing emerging organizations that are making a significant impact early in their growth journey, the Rising Stars Award will honor Mancini and DeSimone Builders. These firms have distinguished themselves through innovation, strong client service and a commitment to excellence that signals continued influence within the industry.

Industry Impact Award: The Industry Impact Award celebrates organizations whose leadership, expertise and contributions have helped shape the construction and design landscape. This year’s recipients are JRM Construction, Hardesty & Hanover and TPG Architecture, each of which has demonstrated an enduring commitment to elevating industry standards and delivering meaningful results across complex projects.

Technology and Innovation Award: Recognizing organizations that are advancing the industry through creative thinking, innovative solutions and technological leadership, the Technology and Innovation Award will be presented to SafeSpan Platform Systems, Beyer Blinder Belle and Sciame Construction. Their contributions continue to drive efficiency, collaboration and excellence throughout the built environment.