Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association launches inaugural Project of the Year Award program

Celebrating excellence in roof coating projects nationwide.

The Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association (RCMA) is proud to announce the launch of its inaugural Project of the Year Award program, designed to honor roofing contractors who demonstrate innovation, technical excellence and sustainability in their roof coating projects.

Eligibility criteria

• Geographical scope: Projects must be located within the 50 U.S. states, Washington D.C. or Puerto Rico.
• Project timeline: Eligible projects are those completed, or scheduled for completion, between January 1, 2024 and December 31, 2024.
• Submission limit: There is no limit to the number of projects a firm or individual can submit.
• Public sharing: All submissions may be publicly shared on the RCMA website, social media platforms or other marketing materials.
• Participation fee: The program is free to apply, encouraging multiple submissions to showcase outstanding projects and contributions to the roofing industry.

Judging criteria

An independent panel of roofing professionals will evaluate submissions based on the following criteria.

• Innovation: Assessing the uniqueness and creativity of the project.
• Technical excellence: Evaluating the quality, precision and adherence to industry standards.
• Project complexity: Considering challenges related to scale, structural intricacies and site conditions.
• Aesthetics/design: Reviewing the visual appeal and integration with the building's architecture.
• Sustainability: Demonstrating how the roof coatings extended the roof's life and eliminated the need for a tear-off.

Submission process

Interested contractors are invited to submit their projects by February 1, 2025, through the RCMA submission application. Submissions should include the following.

1. A completed submission application.
2. Signed contractor release form and building owner release form.
3. Up to five high-resolution photographs (minimum 300 dpi at 4" x 6" or larger) without text or framing.

Detailed submission guidelines and forms are available on the RCMA Project of the Year webpage.

Award announcement

Winners will be announced at the RCMA's 2025 Spring Meeting on March 5 in Orlando, Florida. This event will provide a platform to celebrate the achievements of roofing contractors who have set new benchmarks in the industry.

About the Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association (RCMA)

The Roof Coatings Manufacturers Association is a non-profit trade association that serves as the unified voice of the roof coatings industry. RCMA advocates for its members and promotes the numerous benefits of roof coatings in extending roof life, enhancing sustainability and improving energy efficiency.

For more information about the Project of the Year Award program, please visit https://www.roofcoatings.org/poty/ or contact RCMA at questions@roofcoatings.org.