The consortium evaluated contenders on outstanding performance and leadership in the construction management field. Hill International president and chief operating officer David Richter said the company was honoured to be a recipient of the award.“To stand in an industry of so many great firms is a real achievement and one we are very proud of,” he said.The construction claims consultancy employs more than 2000 people in 80 different locations around world.Hill International acquired smaller construction consultant Chitester Management Systems at the end of October for an undisclosed sum.