Join With Us Accelerating Constructor ExcellenceBecome an AIC Member To Support Construction Professionalism
We believe in professionalism, ethics, and a higher standard of practice for construction professionals. Together, we are advancing the professional constructor through advocacy, training, and career growth opportunities.
Regardless of your position or length of industry service, individuals in construction management can join AIC to boost job performance and elevate professionalism within the industry.
Benefits of AIC Membership
- Gain immediate access to tools and resources that will help you do your job better and build your reputation as a skilled construction professional.
- Expand your network of peers who face the same challenges you do and can help find solutions.
- Advance your career by taking advantage of a wide range of professional development and networking opportunities.
- Save costs taking the CAC and CPC exams compared to non-member pricing.
- Receive a discounted annual rate on CAC and CPC re-certification.
Resources As An AIC Member
- A subscription to The Professional Constructor Journal – a leading journal published twice a year featuring articles from the top construction educators.
- A subscription to The Constructor News – AIC’s monthly E-Newsletter featuring highly relevant content and news.
- Member Pricing on events such as the AIC Annual Forum.
- Access to affinity programs and discounts on products such as ConsensusDocs.
Construction Community Access
- Gain access to a network of peers through the AIC Member Directory and Certified Professional Directory.
- Take advantage of leadership opportunities through AIC Committees.
AIC Member Categories
Professional Member
The Professional Membership is for any individual who identifies as a construction professional. Any sector, education, or experience level is welcome to join at this membership level.
- Professional Members are full voting members and are able to serve in leadership positions.
- Certification as an CAC or CPC is not required in order to join.
- Yearly Dues: $290
Educator Member
Educator Membership is reserved for individuals that teach construction related courses or support a construction-related program.
- Membership allows educators to participate as a full voting member of the AIC.
- Provides educators with an opportunity to grow and maintain a connection to industry professionals.
- Yearly Dues: $165
Student Member
Student Membership is for individuals currently enrolled in a construction or construction-related program at an accredited university or college.
- Student Members are not voting level members, but have full access to full member benefits at a reduced price.
- Student Members receive opportunities to connect and network with industry professionals as part of their AIC membership.
- Yearly Dues: $25
Lifetime Member
The Lifetime Member classification is for those long‑serving members who have achieved enduring commitment to AIC and wish to maintain a permanent membership status. Lifetime Members retain full voting rights and eligibility for leadership roles.
- To qualify, an individual must be at least 57 years old, have been a member in good standing, and have paid dues for at least 10 years (excluding Student or Affiliate) before conversion.
- The Board must approve the transfer to Lifetime status
- Yearly Dues: TBD
Emeritus Member
Emeritus Membership is reserved for those who have retired from active construction practice and have given distinguished service. Emeritus Members retain many of the benefits of membership while enjoying a reduced financial commitment.
- Eligibility requires being at least 65 years old, having at least 10 years of service to AIC, and being approved by the Board.
- Dues are discounted 50% under this Membership category.
- Yearly Dues: TBD
Fellow Member
Fellow Membership represents the highest level of recognition awarded by AIC. It is reserved for distinguished and exemplary members who have demonstrated outstanding service and leadership in the construction profession. Fellows are leaders, mentors, and ambassadors for the industry.
- Candidates must be Professional or Educator Members, have 10 years of good‑standing membership, be at least age 47, and be nominated by existing Fellows or Professionals.
- Election requires a majority vote from the Fellows in good standing.
- Yearly Dues: TBD
Honorary Member
Honorary Membership is conferred upon individuals who have made exceptional contributions to design or the construction industry and whose reputation merits recognition by AIC.
- Honorary Members must be nominated and approved by the Board.
- Individuals must become formal AIC Members and remain current in dues to retain the status.
- Honorary Members carry nonvoting status, unless otherwise determined by the Board policies.
- Yearly Dues: TBD
Affiliate Member
Affiliate Membership is designed for individuals or organizations (such as vendors, suppliers, or allied professionals) that support or serve the construction industry.
- Affiliates are not eligible for full voting privileges, but have access to many member benefits and visibility within the AIC community.
- This category includes non‑constructor industry participants who wish to engage with AIC.
- Yearly Dues: TBD