President’s Message

It is difficult to believe it’s been nearly two years since the arrival of COVID and the start of what became a global pandemic. The struggle around the world has been difficult and long; it is clear we are all growing weary…

We often think of change as a bad thing as expressed by, “What’s wrong the way we have always done it?” or “everything was better in the good old days.”  Although change can be uncomfortable, even scary, it is often positive and necessary.  Benjamin Franklin noted, “When you are finished changing, you are finished”…

Our name, AACE International, started from the job title “Cost Engineer.” We offer guidance on topics such as cost estimating, cost forecasting, and cost performance. The Board of Directors and headquarters staff often get questions on the cost of AACE membership. Cost is woven into nearly everything we do. However, it is more important to consider the value of AACE rather than the cost…

I would like to start my first message as your AACE President for the 2021- 2022 program year, by saying, “Thank you,” to the members of AACE for entrusting me with the opportunity to serve the Association in this role. Read more from Jim by clicking here…

President Chris Caddell presents his final President’s Message as his term as AACE President is nearing completion. To see his comments on the prior year, click here…

AACE’s Annual Election—It is that time of the year for AACE’s annual election.  I would like to encourage all our members to take a little time to review the candidates’ bios and objectives and vote.  Also on the ballot is the…