Steve first hosted the Institution of Civil Engineers Gala Dinner & Awards in 2017. The backdrop for the event was the fantastic National Railway Museum in York.

2023 saw the event move to the Marriott Hotel, Leeds. In 2024, the venue was the Majestic Hotel, Harrogate

Steve then introduces the chair, who as well as addressing guests, then informs them of the benefitting charity from the evening.

Guests then enjoy a delicious dinner, following which Steve introduces the ICE President

It’s then down to business, and the ICE Awards.

Categories include:

Recipients of President’s Gifts

• Yorkshire & Humber STEM Ambassador of the Year Award
• Centenary Award - Projects £5m and over
• Smeaton Award - Projects greater than £500k but less than £5m
• Sir John Fowler Award – Projects or studies less than £500k

Steve would like to say thank you to the following people he’s worked with over the years at ICE; Penny Marshall, Steena Nasapen-Watson, Kate Lloyd, Joanne Topping, Joanne Stephenson & Jess McCamley

Images courtesy of Matt Roberts: 07973 131681