Scaffolding Excellence Awards
The scaffolding and access industry came together once again for a star-studded night of celebration at the Scaffolding Excellence Awards 2026 in Manchester on Friday 11 September. And once again the impressive shortlists across nine categories demonstrated the outstanding innovation, professionalism and expertise that continues to drive the sector forward.
What a night it was! The winners celebrated during a spectacular evening hosted by comedian Dara Ó Briain, with special guests including Rachel Riley and Phil Tufnell. All the winners and those highly commended are listed below. Congratulations to you all. A full gallery of pictures from the night is now also available. It will be online for another month (until early November 2026). You can download high-res and low-res images as required.
Scaffolding Excellence Awards 2026 winners
Wayne Connolly Apprentice of the Year
WINNER: Leo Bradbury, High Peak Scaffolding
HIGHLY COMMENDED: Lloyd McNicholas, JDC Scaffolding
Project of the Year – Small
WINNER: JMAC Group – Forth Rail Bridge
Project of the Year – Medium
WINNER: Chris Sedgeman Scaffolding – Project Poldhu, Cornwall
HIGHLY COMMENDED: Rise Scaffold Services – Mannington Hall, Norfolk
Project of the Year – Large
WINNER: Alandale Plant and Scaffolding - 1 Undershaft, London
Project of the Year – Major
WINNER: GKR Scaffolding – Project Picnic, London
HIGHLY COMMENDED: JDC Scaffolding – Barkers, Kensington
Design of the Year
WINNER: Benchmark Scaffolding – HMCTS Court Building, Salisbury Square, London
Product of the Year
WINNER: AT-PAC – Raised Ledger System
Service of the Year
WINNER: George Roberts
HIGHLY COMMENDED: Southern Hoist Services
Lifetime Achievement Award
WINNER: Christopher Sedgeman