Cross-Trade Associations for Subcontractors
Trade Associations •
Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA)
Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA)
The Design-Build Institute of America is a community of architects, engineers, construction professionals, owners, academics, and students. It provides education and professional certifications that advance best practices across the built environment.

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- Discounts on all DBIA educational programs, conferences (including their annual industry conference), and Design-Build Certification Workshops
- Special rates for DBIA contract documents, forms, and books
- Membership in your local DBIA Region and complimentary access to all chapters
- Access to DBIA Membership Directory and a profile in DBIA Industry Match
- Networking opportunities with DBIA members
- Opportunities to volunteer for the association’s national committees
Cross-Trade Associations for Subcontractors
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Other trade associations
Flooring Contractors Association (FCICA)
The Flooring Contractors Association is a go-to source that provides education and business support for contractors, manufacturers, and distributors in the commercial flooring industry. Its mission is to help make commercial flooring contractors successful.
National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS)
The National Institute of Building Sciences is an independent non-profit organization that supports advances in building science and technology. Its members include individuals, public and private sector organizations, non-profits, and local, state, and federal government officials who want to solve critical issues facing the industry.
Mechanical HVAC / Plumbing
National Association of Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors (PHCC)
The National Association of Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors is a trade association with 4,000 members across residential, commercial, new construction, industrial, and service and repair segments. It provides training, resources, and advocacy for plumbing and HVACR contractors.