Plinio Villanueva Award

Civil Engineering Profession Commitment Award

About the Award

The Plinio Villanueva Award recognizes a member of C-AACE who has demonstrated a commitment to advancing the civil engineering profession through their actions and efforts.

The award honors dedication to the profession and service to the Association. The 2023–2025 award plaques recognize recipients for their outstanding contributions to civil engineering, dedication to C-AACE, and charitable efforts in the community.

Award Recipients: 2023–2025

Plinio Villanueva Award recipients
Year Awardee
2025 Rudy M. Ortiz, P.E.
2024 Arnelio Alfonso, P.E.
2023 Eduardo Vega, P.E.

Honoring Plinio Villanueva

The award is named after Plinio Villanueva, a past president of C-AACE whose dedication exemplifies a commitment to the advancement of the civil engineering profession. Plinio Villanueva was also the first recipient of the award.

Nominate a C-AACE Member

Use the nomination form below to nominate a C-AACE member whose actions and efforts demonstrate a commitment to advancing the civil engineering profession.

View Award Nomination Form (PDF)