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Your Trusted Partner in Construction Industry Advocacy and Education
We are the leading association for the construction industry, representing over 27,000 member firms across diverse sectors including building, federal/heavy construction, highway/civil transportation, and utility construction. Our organization provides comprehensive advocacy, education, and resources to address industry challenges while improving construction quality and protecting public interests. Through our national network of chapters and member firms, we deliver tailored solutions for workforce development, safety management, and technological innovation.Our educational programs, including Building Information Modeling, Lean Construction, and Project Management curricula, empower professionals with cutting-edge skills. We advocate for policy reforms and industry standards that foster sustainable growth, while our member discount programs offer competitive advantages through partnerships with leading service providers. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our research initiatives, scholarship programs, and annual surveys that shape the future of the construction industry.
Services
Advocacy
Education Programs
Workforce Development
Safety Training
Construction Management
Project Management
BIM Training
Lean Construction
Member Discounts
Industry Research
Highlights and features
- We represent 27,000+ member firms across all construction sectors
- Our national educational programs address core industry topics like BIM and Lean Construction
- We advocate for policy reforms that directly benefit construction businesses
- Our member discount programs saved firms over $14.5 million last year
- We conduct annual industry surveys to address workforce and safety challenges
Services
Advocacy
We advocate for construction industry interests through legislative action, regulatory compliance guidance, and policy development. Our advocacy efforts focus on infrastructure funding, workforce development, and safety regulations. We represent member firms' interests at federal, state, and local government levels.
Education Programs
Our educational curricula cover Building Information Modeling, Lean Construction, Project Management, and Supervision Fundamentals. Programs combine virtual and in-person instruction with nationally recognized credentials for construction professionals. Courses range from introductory to advanced management levels.
Workforce Development
We address industry workforce challenges through the Hard Hats to Helmets initiative and HR forums. Our programs include onboarding training, leadership development, and labor market research to solve workforce shortages affecting construction projects.
Safety Training
Our safety programs include Construction Safety Management Certificates, Susan Harwood training grants, and risk management courses. We provide resources to help firms comply with OSHA standards and improve workplace safety metrics.
Member Discounts
Through partnerships with leading providers, we offer exclusive discounts on construction software, fleet management, HR solutions, and safety equipment. These programs helped members save over $14.5 million last year through negotiated rebates and cost-saving initiatives.
Questions
What benefits do AGC membership provide?
AGC membership offers advocacy, educational programs, workforce development resources, safety training, and exclusive member discounts.
How does AGC support construction education?
We provide instructor-led curricula on BIM, Lean Construction, Project Management, and Supervision Fundamentals through virtual and in-person training.
What industry sectors does AGC represent?
We represent building construction, federal/heavy construction, highway/civil transportation, and utility construction sectors.
How can I find local AGC chapters?
Use our online map tool to locate AGC chapters near you for localized industry support and networking opportunities.
What research initiatives does AGC conduct?
We conduct annual surveys on hiring outlook, workforce challenges, and work zone safety to address industry-wide issues.
