2026 Fredericksburg Achievement in Building Awards (FABA Awards)

Community Impact: This award recognizes a company that has gone above and beyond to support the community with a project, fundraiser or general support of a charitable mission.
 

Marketing Manager of the Year: This award recognizes a full-time marketing manager who demonstrates marketing best practices for a Builder or Associate member company.

Office Manager of the Year: This award recognizes your "go to" person who keeps the office and the job moving forward. Whether managing schedules, coordinating workflows, or ensuring projects stay on track, this person is the backbone of the office and the field.  

Production Manager of the Year: recognizes a leader who drives project performance through organization, accountability, and attention to detail. From scheduling and trade coordination to customer satisfaction and quality assurance, this individual plays a critical role in bringing projects to completion.

Student of the Year - a student who represents the next generation of the building industry. Nominated by their teachers, recipients exemplify technical ability, professionalism, and dedication to developing the skills that will shape tomorrow’s communities.

Emerging Leader Award: celebrates a professional who is building more than projects — they are building relationships, opportunity, and community impact. Through leadership, service, and dedication, this individual reflects the future of the Fredericksburg building industry.

Attainable Housing Advocate Award: This award honors a professional who champions attainable housing through collaboration, innovation, and advocacy. By working across sectors—builders, lenders, policymakers, and community partners—the recipient plays a meaningful role in increasing access to quality housing for working families in our region.

Innovator of the Year: This award honors a person or company that challenges conventional thinking and improves the way we build, operate, or serve our community. From process improvements to groundbreaking solutions, the recipient demonstrates that innovation doesn’t have to be large to be powerful—it simply has to make a difference.

GREEN Award - This award celebrates forward-thinking professionals who integrate sustainability into the core of their business. From energy-efficient construction methods to responsible sourcing and operational improvements, the recipient demonstrates that smart environmental practices and strong business performance go hand in hand.

Remodeling Project of the Year - The Remodel Project of the Year Award recognizes an outstanding remodeling project that demonstrates excellence in craftsmanship, design, functionality, and client satisfaction. This award honors a project that successfully transformed an existing space while overcoming challenges and delivering exceptional results.

 Marketing Campaign: The Marketing Campaign of the Year Award recognizes a strategic and creative marketing initiative that successfully elevated a brand, promoted a product or service, or drove measurable business results. This award honors campaigns that demonstrate innovation, clear messaging, and effective execution across one or multiple platforms.