FOR OWNERS…
working with CCMs, both in-house and on
contractor staff, is an assurance of professionalism
and high standards in the execution of every project.
FOR SERVICE PROVIDERS…
the CCM program is an independent assessment of
staff capabilities based on national standards. Having
CCMs on your team improves your marketing and
gives you access to the growing volume of work
whose owners are specifying the CCM in their RFPs.
FOR PRACTITIONERS…
CCM offers a portable credential that increases
professional stature, earning potential and
advancement opportunities. CCM is the “gold
standard” in personnel credentials for the
Construction Management profession. This global
certification defines standards and values of the
CM profession. The CCM indicates qualified
practitioners and offers an assurance of excellence to
anyone hiring or retaining a Construction Manager.
The most experienced, qualified, and
committed construction managers are
Certified Construction Managers.
“The CCM certification means we have managers in
place that understand both the theory behind the work,
and the practical experience to perform the work they
are managing daily. This allows them to make sound,
timely construction decisions that keep our program
moving forward with minimal delays in a fiscally
responsible manner.”
Charles Wm. Collins Sr., CCM, Construction Training,
Instruction & Quality Assurance Manager, Virginia
Department of Transportation
“I enjoy and use my CCM in my business on a daily
basis. Often times, it is the difference between my
company and the next proposed bidder on CM-at-Risk
projects… and I appreciate the advantage.”
James Hicks, CCM, Owner/President, Wiley Hicks, Jr., Inc
“The CCM is the one designation that is truly on target
with what we do.”
Blake Peck, CCM, President/COO, MBP
“The CCM credential marks an individual as having
attained professional excellence in construction
management. We believe having CCMs on our staffs tells
our clients that we have qualified professionals who are
ready to serve their needs and reduce risk on their projects.”
Tony Leketa, Executive Vice President for Construction
Services, Parsons Government Services Group
“We can trust CCMs to give us the best recommendations
and the best value to us as an owner.”
Houssam “Sam” Sleiman, PE, CCM, Director of Capital
Programs & Environmental Affairs, Massachusetts Port
Authority
7926 Jones Branch Drive, #800 • McLean, VA 22102 USA
703.356.2622
www.cmcertification.org
What is the Value
of the CCM?
Increased Marketability
Leadership and Professionalism
Credibility, Knowledge and Networking
Certication
The CM Certification Program is administered by the Construction Manager
Certification Institute (CMCI), an independent administrative body of the Construction
Management Association of America (CMAA). It is the only CM certification
accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) under the
International Organization for Standardization’s (ISO) 17024 standard.
WHY CCM?
Achieving the CCM indicates to owners and service providers that you have a mastery of specific skills required to
successfully complete projects and programs. The CCM also offers a credential that may increase your professional
network, earning potential and lead to new opportunities.
CM certification recognizes professionals who have chosen a career in construction management and verified their
knowledge and experience. Both employers and employees increasingly rely on certification because those working in
human resources do not know the details of a particular area of practice. Employers understand candidates who have a
certification from a quality source demonstrate competence through independent assessment, such as the CCM.
THE CCM ENABLES YOU TO:
Increase your Marketability and Competitive Advantage: Having a CCM helps you standout and showcase your
experience being responsible in charge of CM services and that you can provide resolutions towards your clients’ best
interests and complete a successful project.
Display your Leadership and Professionalism: The CCM is a sign of professional achievement and will help you
validate to clients and supervisors that you’re dedicated to your profession and that you are part of an elite group of
qualified industry experts.
Expand your Knowledge and Grow your Network: As a CCM, you maintain your credibility by staying up to date with
industry best practices, being engaged at industry events, and adhering to the code of ethics through the recertification
process.
“The CCM credential is a value-adding credential for
those in responsible charge of major phases of capital
projects. The CII Executive Committee urges CII
member companies to seriously consider the benefits
that the CCM credential can bring to the execution of
their individual capital projects.”
CII Executive Committee - July 2013
Glenn C. Gilkey, Fluor Corporation,
CII Chairperson - 2013
Anna Franz, Architect of the Capitol,
CII Vice Chairperson - 2013
THE CCM PROCESS
Candidates earn the CCM based on formal
education, work experience and mastery of the
CMAA Standards of Practice as demonstrated by
passing a rigorous exam.
EDUCATION
The basic education requirement is a CM-related
four-year degree in a qualifying discipline from an
accredited university. Candidates also can qualify
with a two-year degree and four years of general
design and construction experience, or without a
relevant degree but with eight years general
experience. (This experience is in addition to the
48 months Responsible-In-Charge experience
required of all CCMs.)
EXPERIENCE
CCM applicants must document 48 months of
Responsible-In-Charge (RIC) experience, on
one or several projects, distributed across project
phases and CM functional areas. CMAA and
CMCI believe that all participants in projects
and programs are responsible for fulfilling their
obligations in an ethical and professional manner,
regardless of delivery system or contract method.
If an applicant for the CCM can show professional
character and RIC construction management
experience that reflect this commitment, verified
by references, the applicant can be considered for
candidacy.
APPLICATION
The CCM application package can be downloaded
from the CMCI web site, www.cmcertification.org.
Once the application is received by CMCI, it will
be checked for completeness and your references
contact. If approved, the applicant is advanced to
candidacy and is eligible to sit for the CCM exam.
The multiple choice exam is given at numerous
locations around the world and can be scheduled
at the candidate’s convenience.
www.cmcertification.org
“SAME endorses and strongly recommends the
Certified Construction Manager credential. The
Society’s review has made it clear that the CCM
clearly identifies the most experienced and effective
professional construction managers.”
Brig. Gen. Joseph “Joe” Schroedel, PE, F.SAME,
USA (Ret.), Executive Director, Society of American
Military Engineers - May 2016
