Testimonials

"When you're managing a large public program you need the public's confidence that tax dollars are being spent wisely.  By encouraging certified construction managers (CCM) we have one more measure of professionalism and competence in a discipline that is vital to our success."

            -Jim McConnell, Chief Facilities Executive, Los Angeles Unified School District

"When I hire a GC do I ask for a CCM, no, why not? I see a CCM being more than just a person who can manage the construction process. I want my CMa to be a CCM because it assures me they can manage the entire process but they also know where I am coming from as an owner."

            -Linda Phillips, CCM, General Services Administration

“I know of at least one major building project that I received because I’m a certified CM.  That’s not why I chose to become certified, but it certainly helps my bottom line.”       

            -Jeff Fry, CCM, Accura Resources International

“Looks like CMAA and CMCI are right on track to maintain a high quality well respected certification program.  Certainly among the folks I talk with the program is respected.  I tell other owners that when a construction manager or potential employee show up with a CCM designation they know that person has good relevant experience and the knowledge to be an effective construction manager.  That leaves only actual performance as a question.  Someone without the CCM designation is a question because even with a great resume of experience, they may not have the required knowledge, and performance is still a question.” 

            -Robert C. Hixon Jr., CCM, U.S. Capitol Visitor Center

"As an owner, the success of our capital programs is dependent, in part, upon the qualifications of our program and construction managers.  We depend upon individuals and firms who have the professionalism and skills to help us successfully complete projects.  CMAA has been outstanding in providing professional development to the industry and through the CCM program."

           -Rick Thorpe, Los Angeles County MTA

“Since achieving my CM certification, I have noticed more recognition and respect from clients and peers.  This has also brought me more confidence in presenting my skills and qualifications.”

-Behjat Zanjani, CCM, Integrated Engineering Management

“The certification process brings about an awareness of CM basics and clearly identifies them.  Certification creates a broader perspective of CM applications in areas that may be missed by only following other practitioners.  Certification helps CMs to demonstrate a level of proficiency for professional practice.”

-Rick Rye, CCM, Fluor, Inc.

“Certification fosters greater recognition to the industry, especially within the public sector.  Additionally, certification raises the level of professionalism for all of us who espouse and promote Construction Management.  Certification has given me the necessary tools and a broader perspective my clients deserve.”

            -Robb Gries, PMP, CCM, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

“Certification has provided me with a unique and critical ‘discriminator’.  We are presently pursuing a project where the principal competition is the ‘local warhorse’ who has historic project experience and extensive client familiarity.  However, I feel surprisingly comfortable and confident in competing; as my CCM demonstrates that I not only have equivalent CM experience, but that I have state-of-the-art knowledge which is documented by a credential which the competition lacks.  For this relatively unsophisticated client, that is a significant difference, and may give us an advantage in capability to balance out the political ‘intangibles’.”

-Ed Field, CCM, URS Corporation