Surf Abu Dhabi – UAE Leisure Project of the Year, MEED Project Awards 2025
We combined engineering, design and technology capability to create one of the world’s largest artificial wave pools, making Abu Dhabi a year-long surfing destination.
GHD Awards and Rankings
Through the years, GHD has received recognition for our performance and contributions in the global markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation.
Awards
Featured Awards: EMEA Projects
Across Europe and the Middle East, our projects have been recognised for making a positive difference to communities and the built environment, from promoting sustainable educational environments and advancing energy supply chains, to enhancing stormwater solutions and excelling in digital engineering.
Yasmina British Academy Expansion – UAE Education Project of the Year, MEED Project Awards 2025
The Yasmina British Academy in Abu Dhabi was recognised for its sustainable campus that incorporates green building design principles.
Energy Transition Award – World Energy Supply Chain Awards 2024
GHD was recognised as a company demonstrating resilience, innovation, and leadership in the energy supply chain across the Middle East, Africa, and CIS regions.
Storm Spill Reduction Programme – Certificate of Commendation 2025
ICE Yorkshire and Humber recognised Yorkshire Water’s stormwater management programme to tackle storm overflows across the wastewater network and improve the quality of water bodies across the region.
Watford Tunnel Approach Cutting – Award for Technical Excellence 2024
GHD was shortlisted for two categories of the Ground Engineering Awards, recognising digital engineering and design efficiency.
People Awards: EMEA region
Across Europe and the Middle East, our people champion innovation and make a tangible impact through the work they deliver. Driving positive change as emerging leaders, their achievements reflect both their passion and the region's diversity.
Nouf AL Qadi – UAE Young Leader, International Union for Conservation of Nature 2025
GHD is supporting youth leadership in global sustainability through the international recognition of Nouf Al Qadi at the IUCN World Conservation Congress.
Mahmoud Elsawaf – Electrical Engineer of the Year 2025, MEP Middle East Awards
GHD has been recognised at the MEP Middle East Awards 2025, with Mahmoud Elsawaf, Electrical Leader at GHD, named Electrical Engineer of the Year.
Dania Darra – Khaleej Times’ KT+150 Changemakers 2025
GHD is represented in Khaleej Times’ KT+150, with Dania Darra, Architect and Planning professional, shortlisted under the Real Estate category.
Employer Awards: EMEA region
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Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion
Recognised in the UK
by Disability: IN’s Disability Index
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Best diversity and inclusion strategy 2023
Recognised for prioritising disability in Middle East
by Future Workplace Awards
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2026 Canada’s Best Diversity Employers
Providing an inclusive environment for all employees
by Mediacorp Canada
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Canada’s Top 100 Employer 2026
Prioritising professional growth
by Mediacorp Canada
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Volunteer of the Year 2024
Promote STEM careers, female inclusion and gender equality
by Black Girls Do Engineer
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NAIDOC Award 2025
Collaborating with Indigenous communities
by Intract Australia
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Best diversity & Inclusion strategy 2023
Recognised for prioritising disability in Middle East
by Future Workplace Awards
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Employer of Choice for Gender Equality 2026
Fostering gender equality across our operations
by Workplace Gender Equality Agency
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Award of Excellence 2024
Promote a culture of safety, health and environment
by the Safety Organization of the Philippines
Annual awards and ranking
2025
Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 150 Global Design Firms - #29 overall, #22 in Top International Design Firms, #6 in international firms operating in Canada, #10 in international firms operating in USA, #4 in hazardous waste, #9 in sewer/waste, #8 in water
Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 200 Environmental Firms - #31 globally by revenue for environmental services, #9 in environmental science, #13 in hazardous waste, #18 in firms working in non-US locations
Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms - 28 overall, #11 in water, #10 in hazardous waste, #15 in sewer and waste, #11 in international markets
Building Design World Architecture 2025 survey (GHD Design) - #42 overall, #1 largest practice in Australasia by revenue, #6 in revenue for government projects, #10 in revenue for elderly living projects
#17 in Australia’s Top 500 Private Companies (IBISWorld)
2024
Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 150 Global Design Firms - #31 overall, #21 in Top International Design Firms, #6 in international firms operating in Canada, #4 in hazardous waste, #9 in water
Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 200 Environmental Firms - #30 globally by revenue for environmental services, #10 in environmental science, #13 in hazardous waste, #17 in firms working in non-US locations
Top 100 Global Environmental & Sustainability Consultancy Firm Rankings - Environment Analyst - #14 in Top 100 Global Environmental & Sustainability Consultancy Firm Rankings
Building Design World Architecture 2024 Survey (GHD Design) - #42 overall, #1 largest practice in Australasia by revenue, #5 by revenue from government projects
Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms - #27 overall, #17 among pure designers, #12 in designers working in international markets, #13 in sewer and waste, #13 in water, #10 in hazardous waste
2023
Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 150 Global Design Firms - #29 overall, #8 in water, #6 in sewer/waste, #5 in hazardous waste
Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 200 Environmental Firms - #26 overall, #12 in hazardous waste, #10 in environmental science, #10 in consulting/studies, #13 in firms working outside the U.S
Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firms - #28 overall, #11 in hazardous waste, #13 in water, #13 in sewer/waste, #12 in designers in international markets, #17 amongst pure designers
Building Design World Architecture 2023 Survey (GHD Design) - #1 largest practice in Australasia by revenue, #4 by revenue from government projects, #6 in elderly living, #52 largest practice
2022
Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 150 Global Design Firms survey - #26 overall, #9 in international firms operating in the US, #8 in Canada, #7 in water, #4 in sewer/waste, #6 in hazardous waste
Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 200 Environmental Firms - #25 overall, 12 in Hazardous Waste, #20 in Water Treatment/Supply, #10 in Environmental Science, #9 in Consulting/Studies, #12 in Firms working in non-US locations
2021
Building Design World Architecture 2021 survey - #48/100 largest architectural practices globally, #5 in Landcape architecture globally, #2 Largest practise in Australisa by revenue, #9 Largest practice in Middle East by revenue