Construction/General Contractor

Following are resources for becoming a general contractor or starting a construction business.

Construction Industry Associations:

The Associated General Contractors of America – Representing contractors’ policy agenda on Capital Hill, marketing needs, and industry education.

American Subcontractor Association – Contract Documents, Partnering Agreements, Industry Relations, and Arbitration.

American Institute of Constructors – Association with other in your industry and upholding professionalism.

Construction Owners Association of America – Adding support to the Construction Business Owner.

Women Construction Owners & Executives USA – Promote growth of women owners & executives in the construction industry.

Associated Builders and Contractors - Provides contractor search engine by specialty; training and other resources for electrical and mechanical contractors.

Design-Build Institute of America – Source for information and resources related to design build.

Building Trades Association – Networking

Construction Trade Publications:

McGraw Hill Construction Regional Publications – Outlining the top projects by Region in the United States.

Building Design & Construction – Online magazine published for building team in the design and construction of nonresidential buildings.

Construction Monitor – Lists weekly building permits across the nation.

Professional Builder – Trade magazine for professional builders with data, statistics, news, and events on the industry.

Construction Industry Info:

Constructors Zone – General information about industry

California Contractors State License Board – State website of how to get your contractor’s license for California only. Search the Internet for your specific state requirements.