Criteria
Soft Landings project of the year – smaller projects (total value: up to £20m).
Soft Landings project of the year – larger projects (total value: more than £20m).
These categories cover both new build and refurbishment. Judges are seeking demonstrable benefits achieved through Soft Landings activities.
Entry requires a clear description of the building: type, size, value, location, special features, procurement route, date of occupancy et al.
“Extra points” will be awarded for providing information associated with the costs of the Soft Landings activities carried out in your project.
What were the success criteria / operational performance targets for the building? How were these were promoted and protected during the project? And were they met?
An account of how the Soft Landings team was engaged with the project after practical completion and how the performance of the building was evaluated should be included.
Finally: how the client, project team and wider industry benefited from this project?
Soft Landings practitioner of the year
This category covers all disciplines such as consultants, contractors, facilities managers, architects and project managers. Judges are looking for evidence to demonstrate the applicant’s commitment to the Soft Landings approach.
Applicants should have been involved in Soft Landings projects / activities for at least 12 months at the time of entry.
An explanation of how you promote Soft Landings approach in your industry and how you or your organisation have benefitted from adopting the Soft Landings approach should be included.
Soft Landings advocate of the year
This category covers anyone who is an advocate of the Soft Landings approach but not necessarily involved directly with Soft Landings projects. Your nominee may be a lecturer, or belong to an association, or simply be a Soft Landings enthusiast.
The application should include an explanation of the nominee’s contribution to Soft Landings advocacy and why you feel they are the best choice to win the award.