CMAA College of Fellows | FY26 Phase 2

Thank you for your interest in becoming a Fellow of the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA).

Please review these instructions to ensure that your submission receives full consideration by the Selection Committee.

 

Overview

The Fellows designation is one of the highest honors CMAA can bestow on an individual member.

Elevation to the CMAA College of Fellows represents recognition by your peers for your leadership in the program and construction management (PM/CM) profession, your contribution to its continued growth and development, and your support of CMAA.

As leaders in the PM/CM profession, CMAA Fellows fully embrace CMAA’s Vision and Mission, Statement of Values, Policy Framework, and Code of Professional Conduct.

Role & Purpose of the College

The CMAA College of Fellows was established to recognize members who are leaders and who have made significant contributions to the PM/CM profession, the industry, and the association.

The goals of the College of Fellows are:

a)       To mentor future leaders within the profession and the association by sharing their knowledge and experience;

b)      To provide thought leadership to identify and address the challenges facing program and construction management professionals;

c)       To take an active role in the continued growth and development of CMAA by providing advice and counsel on issues of strategic importance; and

d)      To take an active role in defining and documenting the continuing development of the profession and its essential value to the industry.

Eligibility & Areas of Nomination

To be eligible for selection as a Fellow (FCMAA), an individual must be a voting member of CMAA as defined in the CMAA Bylaws, Article III, Section 1(a), and be a member in good standing as defined in Article III, Section 2 for a minimum of five (5) cumulative years.

Fellows are expected to have a record of both professional achievement and volunteer experience that demonstrates impact on the association and the profession, as well as plans to continue to take an active role in supporting the profession.

Any individual currently serving as a Voting Director on the CMAA Board of Directors, or the CMCI Board of Governors, or the CMAA Foundation Board of Directors is not eligible for nomination or selection as a Fellow (FCMAA) until their term on their respective board has concluded.

Part 1 consists of a summary statement of 25-35 words. This statement is the most distilled version of the candidate’s argument for elevation. It should directly communicate impact and establish clear themes throughout the dossier. If the candidate is selected, this statement will be read aloud at their induction.

Part 2 consists of a single 500-word narrative that describes the candidate’s contributions to the growth and development of CMAA, CMCI, or the CMAA Foundation, and the resulting impact of those efforts. The narrative should tell a compelling story that illustrates how the candidate identified a need or challenge, developed and implemented a solution, and achieved meaningful results. Examples may include:

·       Providing strategic leadership and insight into issues critical to the association or foundation or a chapter’s mission and the impact or effect of their leadership.

·       Serving as a volunteer leader at the national or chapter level, demonstrating sustained commitment, success, and recognition for impactful outcomes.

Part 3 consists of a single, 500-word narrative that describes the candidate’s commitment to the Role and Purpose of the College of Fellows and highlights the candidate’s ongoing dedication to the goals of the Fellows. Examples may include:
·       Mentoring and developing future leaders of the profession.

·       Providing thought leadership on key challenges and emerging trends.

·       Engaging in discussions on issues of strategic importance and actively advancing the program and construction management profession.

Part 4 consists of a single, 500-word narrative that describes the candidate’s accomplishments and the impact of their contributions in each of areas described below. As in the previous sections, these should tell the story of the impact and long-term effect of the candidate’s professional accomplishments and impact on the profession and industry:

·       The PM/CM profession (e.g., leading an organization, project, or program; contributing to technical advancement or to the growth and development of technical expertise that has benefitted the profession; presenting at national conferences or Chapter events; contributing to CMAA’s Body of Knowledge).

·       The PM/CM industry (e.g., receiving honors and awards from CMAA or related professional societies; receiving recognition from employers or employees; teaching, research, administration, or writing that has a lasting impact, is widely recognized, and provides inspiration to others in the field and the profession).

Part 5 consists of six (6) letters of support as follows:

One (1) letter of support from the nominator who must be a CMAA member in good standing. This letter should clearly and succinctly describe the rationale for the nomination.

Five (5) letters of support from current CMAA members in good standing as defined in Article III, Sections 1(a) and 2 of the CMAA Bylaws who know the nominee and who can attest to the influence or “ripple effect” of their achievements and contributions.

At least two (2) of the six (6) letters must be from current CMAA Fellows.

Letter writers should be individuals who know the candidate and who can speak to the impact or “ripple effect” of their contributions or achievements.

The letters should:

Affirm or expand upon what is written in the narrative sections and strengthen the submission.

Cite specific examples that demonstrate the letter writer’s personal knowledge of the candidate’s achievements and commitments and the impact of the candidate on the association, profession, or industry.

Form letters and general statements are discouraged.

All letters are limited to two pages and are submitted as PDFs by the nominator.