These 20 young construction industry trailblazers are making their mark on the industry and their communities.

Next generation of construction industry leaders is building a stronger, more diverse industry while giving back to their communities

Entrepreneurs, academics and industry trailblazers are among this year’s honorees.

The 20 individuals honored as the best of the region’s next generation are motivated to be better builders and designers while maintaining a work-life balance that harmonizes family and community.

After weeks of review, an independent panel of judges has selected ENR Texas & Louisiana’s Top Young Professionals for 2017. 

This year’s Top 20 Under 40 class demonstrates a wide range of talent and serves such diverse roles as architect, engineer, professor, owner, director, manager, executive and working mother.

ENR Texas & Louisiana’s 2016 class of Top 20 Under 40 winners have been chosen, and deemed the best-of-the-best young construction professionals by an independent panel of judges.

Every year, each of ENR's regional publications highlights the achievements of 20 outstanding young construction professionals by honoring them in the Top 20 Under 40 competition.