This award is open to any individual who is working towards or has successfully completed a graduate programme in their organisation. Judges were looking for nominees who have made significant contributions to the engineering construction industry and their own organisation, demonstrating commitment to their own personal development and displaying true inspirational qualities.
The finalists
Amanda Wong - KBR
Amanda joined KBR as a graduate process engineer. She is highly driven and takes on leadership roles within IChemE and KBR’s young professional network to support early careers. She received the ‘Highly Commended Award’ in the APM Project Management Challenge in June 2026, where she supported young people Not in Education, Employment or Training in Leatherhead.
Matthew Boddy - Altrad Services Ltd
Matthew has stepped up amongst his seniors and peers to play a fundamental role in successful delivery of ISO 19650-2 BIM certification, not overawed or intimidated by experience around him he helped drive the team to the desired result. Matthew is an example to all graduates to take the bull by the horns and go above and beyond expectation.
Asjad Ahmad - Fluor
Asjad Ahmad is a driven and high-performing graduate engineer who has delivered measurable impact through innovation and technical excellence. His development of a standardised design tool, reducing effort by 80%, alongside his strong contribution to FEED project delivery, demonstrates capability well beyond his experience. With a proactive mindset, commitment to learning, and growing leadership potential, Asjad is a standout candidate for Graduate of the Year.
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