Membership of the ACES and participation in its programs will: put you in touch with experienced, like minded professionals, who will enrich your understanding and knowledge; provide the opportunity to share your insights and develop your communication skills; enhance your reputation; and give you the satisfaction of contributing back to your profession.

Find out what’s happening in your state and nationally, organised by ACES or with related organisations. Some of these events may be available online – check the event announcements for details!

ACES has various options available for members to learn more about cost engineering, informally and through formal educational pathways. There are e-learning paid courses, a section on terminology of cost engineering; a guide to AACE Recommended Practices and information on Certifications and Accreditations, including pathways to . Also coming is information on University courses incorporating Cost Engineering content and webinars presenting educational material about aspects of Cost Engineering.

Find out what Cost Engineers do and how to become a practitioner in the various roles covered by the umbrella title Cost Engineer. These roles comprise: Estimating, Cost Control, Planning & Scheduling, Risk Management, Contract Dispute Resolution and Asset Management.

Major sources of information from the Cost Engineering Knowledge Base are available here, starting with Presentations and Papers that have been presented at state and national meetings, conferences and seminars. A keywords system enables you to find papers and presentations on topics in which you are interested. Also in the Resources are: Specific papers and presentations on past projects and Lessons Learned; Links to useful information and material useful for marketing and promoting Cost Engineering.