Industry & Company Updates

10.16.2026

EDA's Akul Modi Named One of ENR East's 2027 Top Young Professionals

EDA's Akul Modi, Vice President of Estimating & Business Development, has been named one of ENR East's 2027 Top Young Professionals, recognizing his leadership and contributions to the construction industry.

EDA Contractors is proud to announce that Akul Modi, Vice President of Estimating & Business Development, has been named one of Engineering News-Record (ENR) East's 2027 Top Young Professionals, recognizing emerging leaders making a significant impact on the construction and design industries.

Each year, ENR's Top Young Professionals program recognizes individuals under the age of 40 who demonstrate exceptional leadership, career growth, industry impact, and community involvement.

Akul was selected as one of just 25 honorees from more than 140 nominations across ENR's East region, which spans 14 states and Washington, D.C. The recognition highlights rising leaders across construction, engineering, architecture, and related industries who are helping shape the future of the built environment.

As Vice President of Estimating & Business Development at EDA, Akul plays an important role in supporting the company's continued growth, strengthening customer relationships, and identifying opportunities to deliver value through EDA's technical expertise and integrated building envelope solutions.

His leadership reflects EDA's commitment to collaboration, problem-solving, and building lasting partnerships with customers and industry peers.

Akul will be featured alongside his fellow honorees in the February 1, 2027, edition of ENR East, which will highlight their professional achievements, contributions to the industry, and community involvement.

Congratulations to Akul on this well-deserved recognition and to all of this year's ENR East Top Young Professionals!

View ENR's full list of 2027 Top Young Professionals

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