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American Institute of Constructors MISSION
The purpose of The American Institute of Constructors (AIC) is to promote individual profess WHAT IS A CONSTRUCTOR?

A Constructor is a master of that discipline which comprises the whole of the construction process, as well as the essential parts thereof; possessing such skills founded on knowledge acquire through prescribed education and refined by experience, or earned equivalently as a recognized practitioner; who initiates, develops, produces, delivers or services in whole or essential part, construction work at prices, times and standards of quality which assure advantage to clients and society as a whole.

AIC’s future is shaped by constructors willing to contribute their experience, perspective, and leadership.The AIC Board...
10/16/2026

AIC’s future is shaped by constructors willing to contribute their experience, perspective, and leadership.

The AIC Board of Directors serves as the organization’s national governing body, helping guide policies and the continued advancement of AIC’s mission.

If you know a qualified member who can help strengthen that work, now is the time to put their name forward.

Board of Directors nominations close October 20.

Learn more about AIC leadership and submit your nomination: https://f.mtr.cool/757h1rh7u1

Looking for a more efficient way to navigate construction contracts?Join ConsensusDocs for a complimentary live demonstr...
10/15/2026

Looking for a more efficient way to navigate construction contracts?

Join ConsensusDocs for a complimentary live demonstration on Friday, November 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST.

This session will walk participants through key ConsensusDocs platform features, contract navigation, and practical best practices designed to help save time and reduce project risk.

As an added benefit, attendees will receive an exclusive 25% discount on a ConsensusDocs subscription purchase.

Discount Code: aiccooldocs25

Register today to learn more about the platform and take advantage of this opportunity.

https://f.mtr.cool/3btvs1vnc5

One day remains to register for the Fall 2026 AIC certification exams.Approved candidates have until October 15 to compl...
10/14/2026

One day remains to register for the Fall 2026 AIC certification exams.

Approved candidates have until October 15 to complete registration for the Certified Associate Constructor (CAC) Level I or Certified Professional Constructor (CPC) Level II exam.

The Fall testing window runs November 5–14.

If you’ve already completed the application process, make sure registration is the next item you check off your list.

Review certification information and complete your registration: https://f.mtr.cool/61inom8q2j

Not every construction credential measures the same thing.The right certification should reflect your level of experienc...
10/12/2026

Not every construction credential measures the same thing.

The right certification should reflect your level of experience, the knowledge you use on the job, and the professional standards you are expected to uphold.

Our latest blog breaks down what to consider when choosing a construction certification and how AIC’s CAC and CPC credentials fit different stages of a constructor’s career.

Read more: https://f.mtr.cool/1y8o04u2g2

Professional standards can create connections across borders.AIC continues to build relationships throughout Latin Ameri...
10/09/2026

Professional standards can create connections across borders.

AIC continues to build relationships throughout Latin America as part of our work to advance constructor professionalism, education, and certification internationally.

That includes our growing partnership with the Cluster de la Construcción Chihuahua in Mexico and AIC’s upcoming participation in the 29th TCI Global Conference in Córdoba, Argentina.

Each connection creates new opportunities to share knowledge, strengthen construction education, and support professional constructors in a changing global industry.

We look forward to continuing that work across Latin America and beyond.

Excellence in construction deserves to be recognized.Each year, AIC’s National Awards honor constructors, educators, lea...
10/07/2026

Excellence in construction deserves to be recognized.

Each year, AIC’s National Awards honor constructors, educators, leaders, and organizations whose work reflects a commitment to professionalism, achievement, and service to the industry.

If you know an individual or organization making a meaningful contribution to the construction profession, take the time to recognize their work.

National Award nominations close October 20.

Learn more about AIC’s awards and submit a nomination: https://f.mtr.cool/t9l6nrcx78

Automation can make a construction process faster, but faster does not always mean better.Before adopting AI, robotics, ...
10/05/2026

Automation can make a construction process faster, but faster does not always mean better.

Before adopting AI, robotics, autonomous equipment, or automated workflows, constructors still need to evaluate safety, cost, accountability, ethics, and how the technology fits the work.

Our latest blog looks at a practical framework for making those decisions.

Read more: https://f.mtr.cool/36qyh29otp

Board of Directors nominations close October 20. The Board guides AIC's strategic direction, oversees the organization's...
10/02/2026

Board of Directors nominations close October 20.

The Board guides AIC's strategic direction, oversees the organization's certification and education programs, and helps set priorities for advancing professionalism across the construction industry.

Strong candidates are constructors who have demonstrated leadership within their own careers and a commitment to the standards AIC represents, including its Code of Ethics.

If you know a colleague who fits that description, take the time to submit a nomination before the window closes. https://f.mtr.cool/cxbb5n4cqc

The registration window for the Fall Certified Associate Constructor (CAC) and Certified Professional Constructor (CPC) ...
09/30/2026

The registration window for the Fall Certified Associate Constructor (CAC) and Certified Professional Constructor (CPC) exams remains open through October 15.

If you have been planning to register, take a moment now to confirm your application is complete.

Constructors who register earlier in the window typically have more flexibility when scheduling their testing date. https://f.mtr.cool/es26fzavno

Unpriced change orders. Strict 48-hour notice traps. Vague scope phrases like “industry standard.”In commercial construc...
09/29/2026

Unpriced change orders. Strict 48-hour notice traps. Vague scope phrases like “industry standard.”

In commercial construction, energy, and heavy infrastructure, project margins are rarely lost on trade performance—they are lost in administrative contract traps long before work hits the field.

AIC is proud to partner with Superlegal and the American Arbitration Association to highlight a practical framework for closing the gap between contract risk, GC negotiations, and dispute mitigation across the project lifecycle.

Key takeaways from their joint playbook:

• Winnable Front-End Redlines: How AI review flags conflicting SOWs, missing attachments, and aggressive notice clauses—generating compromise language General Contractors are actually willing to accept.
• Airtight Dispute Clauses: How tools like AAA’s ClauseBuilder AI ensure dispute clauses are deal-specific and enforceable before signature.
• Streamlined Dispute Resolution: How AAA’s AI Arbitrator workflow structures document-heavy construction claims so human arbitrators can issue faster awards.

Join Superlegal and AAA on October 20th for a live joint masterclass featuring:

• Chris Lewis (VP of Legal Operations, Superlegal)
• Rachel Shekhtman (CRO, Superlegal)
• Fernanda Flores (Director of ADR Services - Technology, AAA)
• Joseph Padjune III, Esq. (Director of AI Business Development, AAA)

🎟️ Reserve your spot for the webinar here:

https://f.mtr.cool/wamvs4us0w

(Note: Registration is hosted on AAA Education. If attendees do not have an existing account, select “Sign up here” at the bottom of the registration page to create one before completing registration.)

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