Singapore’s Building and Construction Authority (BCA) has announced winners of The Company of the Year Award 2025 during the International Built Environment Week (IBEW) 2025 event, which took place on 3-5 September.
This award recognises companies that have demonstrated the greatest commitment and efforts to transform. It seeks to spur companies to go beyond project-level initiatives and achieve business and workforce transformation at the enterprise level.
Revealed at the IBEW Industry & Awards Dinner on 3 September, this year’s winners are Kimly Construction (Small & Mid-Sized Firms category) and Kajima Asia Overseas (Singapore) (Large Firms category).
Kimly: creating a future-ready company
Kimly Construction Pte Ltd is a homegrown contractor, founded in 1965 and incorporated in 1975. The company started out by carrying out alteration & addition (A&A) works managed by the Singapore Public Works Department (PWD) in the 1970s and quickly built a reputation for good quality works. In the 1990s, Kimly was at the forefront of undertaking design & build (D&B) projects adopted by private developers and government agencies.
Today, Kimly is one of the most progressive builders in Singapore. It constantly invests in the latest innovations and the best talents to ensure every project is delivered successfully. Kimly continues to build upon its track record by constantly striving to ensure high standards of quality and safety. The company works closely with its clients and partners to establish strong lasting relationships.
Kimly has actively and intentionally moved towards becoming a future-ready construction company. This has been done through the adoption of advanced technologies and continuous improvement of its construction and management capabilities. The company has made it a priority to create a digital ecosystem that enhances the operational efficiency of its staff while strengthening collaboration across all project teams. As part of its digital strategy, Kimly has integrated BIM across multiple dimensions, from 2D to 8D, which transforms how the company plans, coordinates and executes projects.
Apart from being recognised as one of ST’s Best Employer 2025, Kimly was also awarded the Tripartite Alliance Award 2023 for Fair and Progressive Employment Practices. The company values its employees and provides a clear structured career path for its staff – besides customised skill development roadmaps for all levels of the organisation. In addition, Kimly supports its staff to mentor other talents in the ecosystem via the Singapore Contractors Association Limited (SCAL) Young Leaders Programme and through collaboration with other tertiary institutions. As a forward-looking organisation, Kimly recognises that the business is not just about fulfilling the orders of today but also about developing the future construction workforce.
Kajima: investing in technology and people
Kajima Overseas Asia (Singapore) (KOAS) is a Grade A1 contractor and has been involved in several iconic projects, such as the UE Square, Marina Bay Financial Centre and Resort World Sentosa, to name a few. Since 2020, KOAS has focused heavily on utilising digitalisation and advanced technology in its projects, including The GEAR, The Woodleigh Residences & the Woodleigh Mall, and MOHH’s Integrated Care Hub. As a member of Kajima Corporation, KOAS is part of an established worldwide network and supported by the Kajima Technical Research Institute.
In addition to implementing integrated digital delivery (IDD) in its construction projects, KOAS has adopted a common data environment (CDE) within the organisation to consolidate processes and assets including document management, site progress and safety, project scheduling and BIM models. Through these efforts, the company developed a robust and accurate knowledge bank to be more accurate and efficient across project teams.
Together with The GEAR, KOAS tests and pilots new solutions, such as AI software to improve the efficiency in its company and during construction. One example is the use of AI and robotic process automation to automate repetitive tasks in areas like finance and administration, human resources, project management and document management. On site, KOAS has adopted tools including AI-enabled video surveillance systems and AI-powered image processors to transform site photos and videos into comprehensive 3D digital twins.
KOAS recognises that besides investing in technology, there is a need to invest in its people. The company has set up strong employee development programmes for all levels within its organisation – from interns, to graduates, and up to the leadership level. Furthermore, the company conducts in–house training on a regular basis for all staff to keep up to date with new ways of working. KOAS also taps on its global network to hold a Yearly Japan Exchange Programme to facilitate knowledge transfer.
