The CMAA Code of Professional Conduct is voluntarily agreed to by members of the association and represents the aspirations of the profession relative to clients, owners, colleagues, and the public.
“CMAA Members” as used in this Code is a term that applies to all members in performance of their services for construction programs and projects. CMAA Members provide a broad range of services to their clients and employers that encompass program, project, and construction management and also serving as owner advisors or representatives.
The code is rooted in the historical values of the profession and linked directly to the CMAA Statement of Values and Policy Framework.
Four fundamental principles form the foundation of the code: Ethical Practice, Professional Excellence, Responsibility to the Public, and Client-Centered Practice.
As a member of CMAA, I/we agree to the following Code of Professional Conduct:
Ethical Practice
1. CMAA Members should be guided in all their relationships by the highest standards of integrity and honesty.
2. CMAA Members should conduct themselves honorably, responsibly, ethically, and lawfully.
3. CMAA Members should avoid conduct or practices that deceive or represent an actual or perceived conflict of interest.
4. CMAA Members should strive to create a diverse workforce and should respect the rights of others by not discriminating on the basis of race, color, gender, marital status, religion, national origin, age, disability, or sexual orientation.
5. CMAA Members should have a zero-tolerance policy for any form of harassment.
Professional Excellence
6. CMAA Members should perform services only within their areas of competence and qualification.
7. CMAA Members should contribute to the advancement of the program, project, and construction management profession by using best practices, continuing their professional education, and contributing to the development of the future workforce.
Responsibility to the Public
8. CMAA Members should hold paramount the health, safety, and welfare of the workplace and the public.
9. CMAA Members should guide and aid in defining and meeting objectives for environmental sustainability and resiliency throughout a program or project’s life cycle.
Program and Project-Centered Practice
10. CMAA Members should ethically represent the interests of the owner or client.
11. CMAA Members should strive for the best outcomes for all parties vested in the program or project.
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The following is incorporated into internal, CMAA documents.
- Currently, all CCMs, CACMs, and CMITs are required to affirm their adherence to the Conditions and Conduct when they renew their certifications.
- Further, all CCM, CACM, and CMIT applicants are required to affirm their adherence to Conditions and Conduct when they apply for the credential.
- This practice continues with the stackable credential.
- Effective January 1, 2021, the Board of Governors require at least 1 ethics or safety education PDH for renewal of the CCM and CACM.