Associated General Contractors
New Mexico Building Branch
1615 University Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87102-1791
505-842-1462
FAX: 505-842-1980
email: reception@agc-nm.org

What is the Construction Advancement Institute?

The Construction Advancement Institute at the University of New Mexico was created to advance the state-of-the-practice in the construction industry in New Mexico, the USA and internationally. The CAI will advance the industry through education, service, and applied research. Education will include programs of study leading to certification, associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and graduate degrees so that individuals from all levels in the construction industry can choose and follow a career path aided by the appropriate coursework. The CAI is responsive to the needs of students, industry, and the citizens of New Mexico through a unique education-industry partnership unlike any other in the country. The partners of the CAI are:

What is the Construction Supervisor Certificate?

The Construction Advancement Institute is a progressive, industry driven education option resulting in a Construction Supervisor Certificate. The Institute caters to the learning needs of individuals working as, or aspiring to be job site supervisors. It is a bridge along the career path of a commercial construction supervisor. Courses are carefully selected from a variety of sources by industry advisors and educators with the intention of providing, relevant, interactive and “up-to-date” education. Utilizing contemporary instructional methods that are meaningful to the participant and to employers, the student will be exposed to technical skills, construction management theory, communication and leadership skills, safety and some of the legal aspects of the industry. The certificate can be achieved in two to four years, (depending on the desire of the student), with options to extend course participation to degree opportunities at accredited institutions. This service is made possible through a unique educational partnership unlike any other in the country.

For more information, contact CAI through the AGC office
1615 University Blvd. NE, Alb. NM, 87102 ~ (505) 842-1462 ~ Margo Maher