Nominations are open for the Deep Foundations Institute (DFI) 2027 Awards.
The awards recognise individuals, projects and teams whose achievements advance the geotechnical design and construction industry.
The four awards categories are:
Innovative Solutions Award (ISA): The newest DFI award was created to recognise creative solutions such as field-proven solutions, technologies under development and research advancements that help solve the industry’s most challenging problems. Industry professionals and students enrolled in industry-related programmes are eligible.
Distinguished Service Award (DSA): Recognises individuals whose exceptional contributions have advanced the deep foundations industry and strengthened the DFI community.
Outstanding Project Award (OPA): Honours projects that demonstrate innovation, excellence and outstanding execution in geotechnical engineering.
2027 Legends Awards: these awards are presented every four years, to honour three extraordinary individuals – an engineer, a contractor and a manufacturer/supplier – for their leadership, innovation and integrity.
Nominations for the Legends Awards close on February 1, 2027. Nominations for the other three awards close on April 15, 2027.
“From industry leaders who have made a lasting impact to innovative projects and creative solutions pushing the geotechnical industry forward, these awards celebrate excellence, innovation and outstanding contributions to the geoprofession,” said DFI executive director Theresa Engler.
The 2027 awards will be presented at DFI’s 52nd Annual Conference, from November 1–4, 2027, in Indianapolis, Indiana. For award details, eligibility requirements and nomination forms, visit.
