Our Nova Project Awards
What we are proud of
Nova has accomplished a wide range of projects and has been acknowledged for the innovation, commitment to safety, and excellence in project management with project awards through various contracting agencies. Nova’s extensive list of project awards for quality, innovation, and management can be found below.
American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
Civil Engineering Awards
- 2002 P-700A Berthing Wharf, Naval Air Station North Island, CA
- 1993 Neches Relief Sewer, Pearl Harbor, HI
- 1993 Pier & Shore Improvements, Ford Island, HI
Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc. (ABC)
ABC Contractor of the Year
- 2008 ABC Contractor of the Year
National Excellence in Construction First Place Eagle Awards:
- 2016 Replace Fuel Storage, Edwards AFB, CA
- 2005 Consolidated Dry Docks Project, Pearl Harbor, HI
- 2005 Design/Build Open Ocean Supply Pier, San Nicolas Island, CA
- 2003 Design/Build New Pump Control System, MCAS Miramar, CA
- 2002 Consolidated Fuel Projects, Phases 2 & 5 Andersen AFB, Guam
- 1998 P-549, P-700, P-211 Dredging, Naval Air Station North Island, CA
National Excellence in Construction Merit Awards:
- 2013 Defense Fuel Storage Facility, Pt. Loma, CA
- 1998 P-549, P-700, P-211 Dredging, Naval Air Station North Island, CA
- 1997 Reconfigure Apron / Hydrant Fuel System, Altus AFB, OK
- 1993 Structural Repairs Wharves 6, 6 ½, & 7, Oakland AB, CA
- 1991 Don Clausen Hatchery Expansion/Fish Migration, CA
Best Public Works Project Awards:
- 1992 Dredging Improvements, Mare Island Naval Shipyard, CA
- 1991 Don Clausen Hatchery Expansion/Fish Migration, CA
- 1990 Steam Supply Project 3120, Stanford University, CA
Best Large Institutional Project in Northern California:
- 1994 Structural Repairs Wharves 6, 6 ½, & 7, Oakland AB, CA
Certificate of Commendation:
- 2006 CVN Drydock Six Floor Repairs, Bremerton, WA
- 2001 POL Hydrant Fueling System, Phase 1, Andersen AFB, Guam
San Diego Chapter Excellence in Construction Award
- 2013 Defense Fuel Storage Facility, Naval Base Point Loma, CA (Mega Project Category)
Associated General Contractors of America (AGC)
Build America Merit Award:
- 2024 Bulk Fuel Storage Tanks, RAAF Darwin, Australia (International)
- 2023 Exascale Computing Facility Modernization, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, CA (Utility Infrastructure, New)
- 2022 Upgrade Fuel Pipeline, Sasa Valley to Anderson AFB, Guam (Federal & Heavy New)
- 2021 Repair & Construction of an ADAL Fuel Hydrant System and PCC & Flexible Pavement With Apron Lighting, Pittsburg ARS, PA (Federal & Heavy New)
- 2019 Replace Fuel Pier, Naval Base Point Loma, CA
- 2003 Consolidated Fuel Projects, Phases 2 & 5, Andersen AFB, Guam
Marvin M. Black Excellence in Partnering Award:
- 2006 CVN Drydock Six Floor Repairs, Bremerton, WA
- 2002 P-700A / Berthing Wharf, NASNI, CA ~ 2002
Merit Award:
- 1994 Structural Repairs to Wharves 6, 6 ½, & 7, Oakland Army Base,
Associated General Contractors of California (AGC of CA)
Constructor Awards Finalist:
- 2023 Exascale Computing Facility Modernization, Lawrnce Livermore National Laboratory, CA (Utility Infrastructure, New)
- 2018 Replace Fuel Pier, Naval Base Point Loma, CA (Excellence in Project Management, Projects Over $15 Million)
- 2016 Replace Fuel Storage, Edwards AFB, CA (Excellence in Project Management, Projects Over $10 Million)
Bechtel
Supply Chain Excellence Award
- 2022 Projects at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, CA
Coastal America
Partnership Award
- 2001 P-700A Berthing Wharf, Naval Air Station North Island, CA
- NOTE: Nova received a special acknowledgment from President George W. Bush for receiving this award for its stewardship of natural resources that helped restore habitats for endangered species and enhancing fisheries.
Consulting Engineers and Land Surveyors of California (CELSOC)
Engineering Excellence Honor Awards:
- 2006 San Nicolas Island Surface Transportation Pier, CA
Design-Build Institute of America
Transportation Under $50 Million Award
- 2005 Design/Build Open Ocean Supply Pier, San Nicolas Island, CA
Engineering News Record (ENR) of California
Regional Best Project Award
- 2020 Expand Electrical Distribution System, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, CA (Specialty Construction)
I Build America
Construction Impact Award
- 2016 Replace Fuel Storage, Edwards AFB
Society of American Military Engineers (SAME)
Project of Excellence – Honorable Mention:
- 2013 Replace Fuel Storage & Load Facilities, MCAS Miramar, CA
Project of the Year Award:
- 2005 Design/Build Open Ocean Supply Pier, San Nicolas Island, CA
US Air Force
Certificate of Appreciation
- 2016 Replace Fuel Storage, Edwards AFB, CA
US Army Corps of Engineers
Outstanding Performance Awards:
- 1997 Replace Fuel Tanks, Elmendorf AFB, AK
- 1995 Hydrant Fuel System, Elmendorf AFB, AK
- 1994 Hydrant Fuel System, Elmendorf AFB, AK
- 1993 Hydrant Fuel System, Elmendorf AFB, AK
Contractor Quality Performance Awards:
- 1997 Replace Fuel Tanks, Elmendorf AFB, AK
- 1994 Structural Repairs to Wharves, Oakland Army Base, CA
Contractor of the Year Award:
- 1994 Structural Wharves 6, 6 ½, & 7, Oakland Army Base, CA
Celebrate Safety Award:
- 1999 Replace Fuel Tanks, Elmendorf AFB, AK (Alaska District Award)
Eagle Eye Safety Award:
- 1997 Reconfigure Apron / Hydrant Fuel System, Altus AFB, OK
- 1996 Reconfigure Apron / Hydrant Fuel System, Altus AFB, OK
Outstanding Management & Safety Certificate:
- 1993 Replace All Chilled & Hot Water Lines, Fort Hood, TX
US Department of Energy (DOE)
Secretary of Energy’s Achievement Award For Project Management
- 2021 Expand Electrical Distribution System, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, CA
US Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC)
Design “Honor” Award:
- 2007 CVN Drydock Six Floor Repairs, Bremerton, WA
Design “Merit” Award for Environmental Design:
- 2007 Design/Build Supply Pier, San Nicolas Island, CA
Triple “A” Contractor Designation:
- 1992 Superior level of cost control, quality, & timeliness
Certificate of Appreciation:
- 1998 Replace Hydrant Fuel System, Travis AFB, CA