SearchCongratulations to the winners of the AGS Awards 2026, which recognise the exceptional dedication, expertise and commitment shown by members across our nine Working Groups.
Each year, our Working Group Leaders nominate individuals who have made significant contributions to the AGS and to the wider geotechnical and geoenvironmental community.
This year’s winners represent a broad range of specialisms across the industry, highlighting the valuable work undertaken by AGS members to advance best practice, share knowledge and support the continued development of the profession.
The following individuals were recognised for their outstanding contributions:
Business Practice Working Group Award
- Award: David Hutchinson, AGS Honorary Member
Contaminated Land Working Group Award
- Award: Mike Plimmer, Geotechnical & Environmental Associates
- Commendation: Chris Evans, Socotec
Data Management Working Group Award
- Award: Conrad Stewart, Harrison Group Environmental
- Commendation: Mark Bevan, Structural Soils
Geotechnical Working Group Award
- Award: Jai Shah, Ramboll
- Commendation: Georgina Donbroski, RSK
Laboratories Working Group Award
- Award: John Masters, Geolabs
Loss Prevention Working Group Award
- Award: Kathryn Eva, Beale & Co
- Commendation: Peter Plumpton, Socotec
Safety Working Group Award
- Award: Madeleine Bardsley, WSP
- Commendation: Will Capps, Lucion Group
Sustainability Working Group Award
- Award: Natalie Cropp, Tony Gee and Partners
- Commendation: Sarah Cook, Onyx Geo Consulting
Lifetime Achievement Awards
- Jackie Bland, Structural Soils
- Jonathan Gammon, Honorary Member
The AGS would like to congratulate all award recipients and commend them for their ongoing commitment and contributions to the Association. Their work continues to support the advancement of standards, collaboration and knowledge-sharing across the geotechnical and geoenvironmental sector.