Local Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement Awards (LOCEA)​​

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The LOCEA Awards recognize projects that have improved the quality of life and contributed to the economic development of the local community, area, or region. These projects represent the successful combination of multiple engineering objectives, including design innovation and excellence, environmental sustainability, cost effectiveness, the effective use of materials, and aesthetics. Each year, the Seattle Section recognizes the award winners at a formal presentation.​

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Project Awards

The Local Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement (LOCEA) Awards recognize projects that have improved the quality of life and contributed to the economic development of the local community, area, or region. These projects represent the successful combination of multiple engineering objectives, including design innovation and excellence, environmental sustainability, cost effectiveness, the effective use of materials, and aesthetics.

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2026 LOCEA Nomination Deadline: Friday, April 17, 2026 by 11:59 PM - APPLICATIONS CLOSED (Winners announced by end of June)

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PDF for more information: LOCEA Project Awards 2026

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Submittal Instructions:

1. Please fill out the Google Form for all information listed on page 2.
   Google Form Link: https://forms.gle/MaXmhrKrEo6KbaaW8

2. Submit the supplemental documents via Dropbox link below.
   a. Evaluation Criteria Narrative
   b. Reduced Plan Set  
   c. Photos
   Dropbox Link: https://www.dropbox.com/request/sxmUTMePxpE8ao4zyGZz

 

*Google Form + Dropbox is the preferred method for submissions. Upon request, the Awards Committee can provide a fillable PDF or Word document as alternative submission option. If you require alternate submission options or have any questions, please contact Bianca Casem (awards@seattleasce.org).

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Individual Awards

​The Local Outstanding Civil Engineering Achievement (LOCEA) Awards recognize individuals who have made meaningful contributions to the civil engineering profession and the communities it serves. Honorees may be recognized for technical advancement, community and public service, K–12 outreach and university mentorship, professional leadership, and other efforts that strengthen the industry and inspire the next generation of civil engineers.

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2026 LOCEA Individual Awards Deadline: Friday, May 1, 2026 by 11:59 PM - APPLICATIONS CLOSED (Winners announced by end of June)

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PDF for more information: LOCEA Individual Awards 2026

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Submittal Instructions:

1. Please fill out the Google Form on nominee/nominator information.
   Google Form Link: https://forms.gle/BN7A9RCp6HNvU9s19

2. Collect nomination package requirements listed under "Eligibility and Submission Info" for each category

3. Submit the supplemental documents via Dropbox link below.
   a. Place nomination package and nominee headshot in one folder titled "Category_2026_Last Name"
   b. Category: Public, Private, Young, Advocate, Officer 
   c. Example: Public_2026_Smith
   Dropbox Link: https://www.dropbox.com/request/sxmUTMePxpE8ao4zyGZz

 

*Google Form + Dropbox is the preferred method for submissions. Upon request, the Awards Committee can provide a fillable PDF or Word document as alternative submission option. If you require alternate submission options or have any questions, please contact Bianca Casem (awards@seattleasce.org).

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Timeline

Project Application Deadline: April 17, 2026

Individual Application Deadline: May 1, 2026

Application Confirmation: 5-7 business days of receipt

ASCE Region 8 Awards Deadline: May 2026

ASCE OCEA Awards Deadline: June 1, 2026

ASCE Seattle Section Awards Announcements: June 2026

Awards Night: August or September 2026

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Contact Us: awards@seattleasce.org

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Check out last year's results here: LOCEA 2024/25 Results