PJ Hegarty wins Best Procurement Risk Management Award at National Procurement Awards 2025

PJ Hegarty was awarded Best Procurement Risk Management Award at the National Procurement Awards 2025 last year, recognised for its data-led approach to mitigating risk and strengthening procurement decision-making across complex construction projects.

PJ Hegarty secured the award for its Data-Led Risk Mitigation initiative, which introduced a digital subcontractor performance monitoring system designed to proactively manage procurement risk. 

The system supports informed, data-driven supplier decisions, enables early identification of issues, and embeds continuous improvement across procurement, commercial, and operational functions. Now widely adopted across the business, the tool plays a central role in protecting project outcomes and maintaining alignment across teams.

“This entrant stood out for delivering a data-driven procurement approach that proactively manages contractor risk in real time. The integration of red-flag alerts, performance dashboards, and digital tools such as Power BI and SharePoint maximised efficiency, control, and accountability,” the panels noted.

The judges further highlighted how the strategic use of technology reduced exposure in a tight-margin environment while improving oversight and governance. 

The recognition reflects the standards across the National Procurement Awards, where leading organisations are increasingly distinguished by their ability to combine digital innovation and measurable operational impact. PJ Hegarty’s achievement illustrates how procurement risk management, when supported by data and technology, can deliver tangible value while setting new benchmarks for excellence across the sector.

With momentum building from the 2025 winners, attention now turns to the next awards cycle, where organisations will continue to push the boundaries of digital enablement, supplier performance management, and risk mitigation. Who will emerge as the next leader in procurement excellence this 2026?

Visit the official National Procurement Awards website to view the 2025 winners, explore award categories, and subscribe to programme updates ahead of the forthcoming cycle.