The Malaysia Construction Industry Excellence Awards (MCIEA) 2026 ceremony, organised by the Construction Industry Development Board Malaysia (CIDB), was held on 29 October 2026 at The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur. The 21st MCIEA recognised achievements by organisations, industry professionals and construction projects across Malaysia.

The event recorded 276 submissions, with 20 awards presented and 55 recipients recognised. The awards dinner was attended by YB Dato’ Sri Alexander Nanta Linggi, who presented the major awards.

Representing ACEM, Ir. Shah Izzni Talif served on the judging panel for the Contractor and Project Awards, while Ir. K. Sundraraj served on the Panel of Jury for the Individual Awards. Their involvement placed ACEM among the industry representatives contributing to the evaluation and recognition of achievements across the construction sector.

Among the major award recipients, IJM Construction Sdn Bhd received the Best Builder Award, while Gamuda Berhad Singapore Branch received the International Achievement Award. The Industry Figure Award was presented to Dato’ Tengku Ab Aziz bin Tengku Mahmud, Adviser to PNB Merdeka Ventures Sdn Bhd.

In the project categories, Sunway Square received the Best Project Award for the Large Building Category, while the Gemas–Johor Bahru Electrified Double Track Project received the Best Project Award for the Large Infrastructure Category.

The 2026 awards also introduced three new categories: the Change Icon Award, the Outstanding Young Contractor Award and the Facilities Management Excellence Award.

ACEM’s representation on the judging panels reflects the Association’s involvement in recognising professional contributions and achievements across Malaysia’s construction industry.