Owner of the Year – Maintains robust pipeline containing high-profile projects; Advances technology; Facilitates new and innovative workforce development (mentor/protégé programs that help small disadvantaged businesses, job training, jobsite tours for students, etc.); Hires top talent and consistently uses quality sub-contractors; Exhibits clear understanding of building processes and the knowledge necessary to successfully complete a project; Drives communication; and Possesses financial capabilities.

Contractor of the Year -- Business Leadership (Items that could be included here include recent annual revenue totals; major project starts/completions; construction innovations on major projects; adoption of new/innovative business/construction techniques; geographic or sector expansions, or overall company growth [size of overall staff]; awards/recognitions given to the company as a whole [including possible Best Of California awards]; Investment in People (Possible items for consideration here could include safety record/EMOD rate; safety program initiatives and related investments in safety; other training; number of LEED certifications of staff; safety-related company or staff achievements/recognition; information on other people-oriented company policies/initiatives, etc.; and Community/Industry Involvement/Leadership (Possible items to be considered here include community outreach initiatives, programs [including donations of time, money]; staff leadership in construction trade groups or other organizations, such as community charities, general business associations, other notable groups, or on matters of importance to the construction industry.