Annual Awards
Big News for the MdQI Awards Program!
We’re excited to share that the 2024 MdQI Awards are getting their own spotlight! Instead of holding the Awards Ceremony at the annual MdQI conference, the Awards Ceremony will be held as a stand-alone event on Wednesday, April 9 from 5:00 to 9:00 pm at Martin's Valley Mansion, where we will honor the outstanding achievements that are shaping Maryland’s transportation landscape. This prestigious event is the premier industry awards ceremony, recognizing innovation, quality, and leadership across the sector.
The MDQI Annual Awards of Excellence is a distinguished event that honors outstanding achievements in Maryland’s transportation industry. This prestigious ceremony recognizes exemplary projects, innovative solutions, and industry leaders who have made significant contributions to advancing quality, safety, and efficiency in transportation infrastructure. With participation from state partners, contractors, engineers, and industry stakeholders, the event highlights the best in design, construction, and project delivery. The awards celebration features a formal presentation, industry recognition, and networking opportunities, showcasing the collaborative efforts that drive progress and excellence in Maryland's transportation sector.
Keynote Address:
Paul Wiedefeld, Secretary of Transportation, MDOT
This highly anticipated evening will feature:
A networking reception with industry leaders and peers.
A formal awards ceremony honoring excellence across multiple categories.
A delectable dinner with special guest speakers.
Awards Categories:
"Project of the Year” (Will be selected from the years MDOT/Municipal award winners.)
MDOT/Municipal Award (Under $5 Million and Over $5 Million)
Green/Sustainability/Environmental Award
Planning Award
Innovation Award
MBE/DBE Firm Award (Engineering and Construction)
Subcontractor Award (Engineering and Construction)
Partnering Awards
Pierce J. Flanigan, III Award
Leadership & Excellence Award in the Public Sector
Raja Veeramachaneni Innovators Award
Applications are now closed.
We can’t wait to see the inspiring projects and people that continue to elevate transportation in Maryland.
MdQI presents annual Awards of Excellence for public sector transportation projects in Maryland. Awards may be presented in the following categories:
MDOT/Municipal Award (Under $5 Million and Over $5 Million)
Green/Sustainability/Environmental Award
Planning Award
Innovation Award
MBE/DBE Firm Award (Engineering and Construction)
Subcontractor Award (Engineering and Construction)
“Project of the Year” will be selected from the years MDOT/Municipal award winners.
For more information, including how to apply, visit the awards of excellence page, here.
These awards are for the successful use of partnering practices on a transportation-related project in Maryland. There is a separate nomination and review process for this category. For more information, including how to apply, visit the partnering awards page, here.
This award was initiated in 2009 to honor Pierce J. Flanigan, III who was a great contractor, leader, and a true friend to the highway industry in Maryland and beyond. Mr. Flanigan was president of P. Flanigan and Sons, Inc.
For more information, including how to apply, visit the Flanigan Award page here.