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CII Research Team Engagement: Overall Top Member Organizations in 2025
See the 10 CII member organizations providing the overall highest numbers of active participants in ongoing Research Teams (RTs), excluding the newly launched RT-430 series, listed here!
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Welcome to Our New (and Returning) Funded Studies Committee Members!
We’re thrilled to welcome several new members to the Funded Studies Committee. Some of them joined us in Nashville at the Annual Conference meeting, and we’re excited to have their expertise and energy contributing to CII’s research mission. See who's joined here!
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Top 10 Downloads on the CII Website
CII members often ask which practices and tools are most used. While download counts don’t confirm implementation, they are a strong indicator of interest and relevance. These insights help us understand where members are seeking guidance, and which topics are gaining traction across the industry. Find out what members are exploring most!
CII Research Shines at the 2025 Annual Conference
The 2025 CII Annual Conference was a vibrant celebration of research, collaboration, and impact. Read to see the five distinct and complementary ways CII research is supported!
Here's What You Missed at the 2025 Annual Conference!
The 2025 CII Annual Conference sparked powerful discussions on improving capital project outcomes, evolving the workforce, and leveraging data to drive innovation and a more adaptable industry. See what you missed here!
CII’s New Executive Director Mike Pappas Starts November
We are pleased to announce that Mike Pappas, Ph.D., PE has accepted the position of Executive Director of CII, effective November 1, 2025.
Mike currently serves as the Project Management Program Director at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL). Click to learn more!
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Announcing a CII AI Initiative
We are excited to announce that CII is embarking on a groundbreaking collaboration with Dr. Krishna Kumar from UT Austin to explore how artificial intelligence can enhance the dissemination of CII research.
Innovate and Transform: Submit Your Ideas for CII R&D Initiatives
CII is currently collecting ideas for CII R&D initiatives to advance the capital projects industry! We invite individuals and CII groups to submit their innovative research ideas via our online form.
All in Together! 2025 Construction Safety Week is May 5th – May 9th
As a leader in advancing construction best practices, the Construction Industry Institute (CII) is proud to champion Construction Safety Week 2025. This year’s theme, All in Together, resonates with our mission to drive industry-wide collaboration and innovation to create safer, more productive job sites.
CII 2025 Spring BOA Meeting – Workshop Results
On April 17, the CII Board of Advisors participated in a workshop that marked the beginning of our ideation process. Here are the workshop results!
Congratulations to Our AC24 2024 Award Recipients!
See who was an award recipient at the 2024 CII Annual Conference!
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CII’s 2024 Annual Conference was Another Huge Success!
While the construction industry is often seen as traditionally male-dominated, women have played a crucial role throughout its history. From laying bricks to leading projects, their contributions have shaped the skylines and landscapes we see today.
CII Research Team Selected: RT-420 "Implementation of Best Practices for Small Projects
We're excited to announce the selection of our research team for the "Implementation of CII Best Practices for Small Projects" project funded by the Construction Industry Institute (CII)! Click the title to learn more!
New Opportunities to Capture Your Valuable Insights
We're excited to announce two new opportunities to capture your valuable insights and help shape the future of CII’s Research and Development program. You can participate in two ways: Participating in Focused Workshops and Submitting Research Ideas Anytime
CII Announces Top Research Themes for 2024-2025!
Following the April 2024 Board of Advisors (BOA) meeting, we're excited to announce the top themes identified for our annual R&D ideation process. These themes, captured via surveys and ranked by BOA attendees, will guide our efforts in developing future research opportunities.
CII Tools Blog Series: Advancing Construction Excellence: Insights from the March 2024 AWP CBA Community Meeting
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Rethinking Supplier Qualification Programs to Improve Project Deliver
Supplier qualification programs are essential to successful project delivery. Our traditional programs may not be sufficient in a world faced with increasing disruptions and uncertainties.
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CII Celebrates International Women's Day
While the construction industry is often seen as traditionally male-dominated, women have played a crucial role throughout its history. From laying bricks to leading projects, their contributions have shaped the skylines and landscapes we see today.
CII Tools Blog Series: CII’s AWP CBA February 2024 Meeting Highlights
CII Tools Blog Series: Alignment, Scope and Risk (Part 1)
Announcing the CII 2023 Academic Selection for New CII Research Teams
CII's Role in the Decarbonization of Capital Projects
Latest CII Research Publications - Now Available
