VELO Group is proud to celebrate the recognition of 11 outstanding project teams at the 2026 International Partnering Institute (IPI) Collaborate 2026 Conference and Awards Ceremony.
Held on April 30, 2026 in San Francisco, Calif, the IPI’s 17th annual John L. Martin Partnered Projects of the Year awards program honors organizations, teams, and individuals who exemplify excellence in collaborative partnering and demonstrate how strong relationships drive successful project outcomes across the construction industry.
This year’s ceremony spotlighted 34 projects that embody IPI’s mission: to spread the value of Collaborative Partnering to the construction industry by helping owners and other construction leaders understand how to Deliver Partnering that Works™.
Selected by a panel of judges comprised of industry peers, this year’s award-winning projects demonstrated the measurable impact of strategic collaboration, with results showing an estimated $164 saved for every $1 invested in partnering initiatives. These outcomes reinforce the value of early alignment, proactive communication, and shared accountability in delivering successful projects.
“It’s always inspiring to see what can be achieved when organizations commit to collaboration, trust, and shared accountability,” said VELO Group President Neal Flesner. These award-winning teams exemplify the value of strong partnerships, and we are honored to help provide the structure and support that enable meaningful results for all project stakeholders.”
Congratulations to the following VELO Group-facilitated teams and fellow award recipients recognized at this year’s IPI Awards.
CATEGORY 1- CIVIL UNDER $250M
2025 Pavement Preservation Program Full Depth Recycling and Overlays
Owner: Sonoma County Public Infrastructure
Prime Contractor: Ghilotti Bros., Inc.
Designer: Sonoma County Public Infrastructure
Construction Manager: Green Valley Consulting
CATEGORY 2 – BUILDINGS/INFRASTRUCTURE $25M – $250M
Cal Poly Kennedy Library
Owner: Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
Prime Contractor: Hensel Phelps
Designer: Miller Hull
CATEGORY 2 – CIVIL $25M – $250M
Machine Gun Range, US Naval Support Activity. Andersen, Guam
Owner: OICC Marine Corps Marianas
Prime Contractor: Black Construction Corporation
Designer: Setiadi Architects Partner I ASMD JV
Construction Manager: OICC Marin Corps Marianas
IVGID Effluent Export Pipeline
Owner: Incline Village General Improvement District
Prime Contractor/CM: Granite Construction Company
Designer: JDR
Repair Lima Wharf, Naval Base Guam
Owner: NAVFAC Marianas
Prime Contractor: H20 Guam JV
Designer: Moffat & Nichol
Construction Manager: NAVFAC Marianas
P-224 Causeway, Boat Channel and Turning Basin & P-226 Ammunition Pier Seal Beach
Owner: NAVFAC Southwest
Prime Contractor: Manson-Connolly Seal Beach Joint Venture
Designer: Moffat & Nicol
CATEGORY 3 – BUILDINGS/INFRASTRUCTURE ABOVE $250M
ECC South Airfield Military Construction Projects, Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake, CA
Owner: Resident OICC China Lake, Naval Facilities Engineering Command Southwest
Prime Contractor: ECC
General Contractor: Hensel Phelps
The Resources Building Renovation
Owner: State of California, Department of General Services
Prime Contractor: Turner Construction Company
Designer: AC Martin
Construction Manager: Gilbane-Cypress
CATEGORY 3 – CIVIL ABOVE $250M
South Central Extension / Downtown Hub
Owner: Valley Metro
Prime Contractor: Kiewit Infrastructure West Co.
Designer: AECOM
Construction Manager: Hill International, Inc.
Federal Way Link Extension
Owner: Sound Transit
Prime Contractor/Designer: Kiewit infrastructure West Co.
Construction Manager: South County Transit Partners
Downtown Redmond Link Extension
Owner: Central Puget Sound Regional Transit Authority
Prime Contractor: Stacy Witbeck/Kuney, a Joint Venture
Designer: Jacobs
Construction Manager: WSP
Award ceremony photo credit: Jeff Rumans Photography
