Winners say the ground is shifting under their feet as employers redirect resources, embrace technology and reshape roles to fit marketplace changes and needs.
The 2026 Top Young Professionals program marks the first full year under ENR’s expanded Texas & Southeast region, which now encompasses states formerly covered by ENR Texas & Louisiana and ENR Southeast.
ENR East showcases achievements of the Top Young Professionals—emerging leaders who are shaping the future of design and construction across the region.
From launching a construction firm to delivering critical infrastructure, ENR Midwest’s Top Young Pros showcase the leadership, innovation and community commitment shaping the industry’s future
Boasting a wide range of achievements, from starting their own construction companies to leading emergency bridge replacements to building sports stadiums, the 2026 ENR Midwest Top Young Professionals embody the promise and potential of the region’s design and construction industry.