Owner of the Year Award

The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California (MWD) is a leader in delivering critical water infrastructure, earning the AGC of California 2027 Owner of the Year Award. Serving nearly 19 million people across Southern California, MWD oversees an extensive capital investment program focused on water reliability, treatment, conveyance, and infrastructure improvements. With more than $1 billion in capital investments considered for fiscal years 2026/27 and 2027/28, MWD continues to strengthen the region’s water infrastructure while creating significant opportunities for California contractors.

Beyond its infrastructure investments, MWD demonstrates exceptional leadership through collaboration and industry engagement. As an active participant in AGC of California’s Collaborative Build Task Force, MWD works alongside contractors to improve procurement practices, strengthen communication, and address project delivery challenges. Its commitment to transparency, innovation, and partnership helps build stronger relationships and more effective project outcomes.

Through transformative initiatives like Pure Water Southern California and continued investments in system reliability and resilience, MWD is helping secure the region’s water future. Its dedication to infrastructure excellence, industry collaboration, and innovative project delivery makes MWD a deserving recipient of this prestigious award.