THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

ADVISORY COUNCIL

The Construction Management Advisory Council (CMAC), formed in 2014, works to increase alumni involvement and strengthens student engagement with the Cal Poly Construction Management department and industry practitioners. CMAC also provides feedback to the Construction Management Department on current and future programs and curriculum, as well as guidance on how to best prepare students to support the dynamic needs of the construction industry.

CMAC

CMAC Bylaws

CMAC Committees

CMAC Senior Project and Faculty Seed Grants

Current CMAC Members

CMAC Member Benefits And Registration

CMAC Events

CMAC HISTORY AND BYLAWS

The Cal Poly Construction Management Advisory Council (CMAC) is the successor of the Industry Advisory Committee which was formed in 2004 to provide essential and current professional input to the Construction Management Department faculty and administration. The CMAC was formed in 2014 to create a structure promoting increased involvement of CM Alumni, providing additional avenues of interaction with the department, and strengthening the connections with industry practitioners that have always been at the core of the Construction Management Department. The CMAC is recognized by the College of Architecture and Environmental Design Advisory Council and has opportunities to report to the Dean of the College on the interests of the Construction Management Department.

CMAC Bylaws

CMAC Senior Project Grant

This grant was created by Cal Poly's Construction Management Advisory Council (CMAC) to support Construction Management Student's senior projects and Cal Poly's Learn by Doing Philosophy. Students are encouraged to apply for funding to support their senior project. Applications are due early in each semester.
Grant Application

Watch this video on how CM Senior, Mackenzie Ramsey, used the funding from CMAC to support her senior project supporting City Farm San Luis Obispo.

CMAC INDUSTRY QUOTES

"I joined CMAC to stay connected to Cal Poly and give back to the University that set me up for success. I stay involved in CMAC because I have seen the tremendous impact that we have had on every aspect of the student’s experience. From influencing the curriculum to ensure students are prepared for industry, to helping students make a difference in their communities with their senior projects to supporting the faculty in the classrooms and out on our jobsites, CMAC is part of the Cal Poly SLO Family, and nothing is more important than family. "

BRAD DENNEY

“I am engaged with CMAC to enable Cal Poly and the CM department, specifically, to provide the best education for CM students – one that is built on a foundation of learning and leadership to allow for success in the construction business. My current focus is to assist in leveraging the vast and diverse experiences of this group to ensure this foundation and student success is maximized. By doing so, our industry will be afforded the talent to continue evolving and thrive as environments and markets demand.”

MARCUS STANIFORD

“The Cal Poly Construction Management program helped shape me to be the builder I am today, so it only made sense to join CMAC so that I can give back to the department that gave me so much when I was a student.”

MARLO CASTRO

"After several years of encouragement from one of my friends in CMAC, I decided to join and get involved. I have really enjoyed the events and conversations with the CM department, faculty, students, and industry peers. Also visiting SLO and the Central Coast is a bonus."

CORY KELLER

CMAC MEMBERSHIP

The Construction Management Advisory Council was established in 2014 with the administrative support of the CCCE, and has been a powerhouse for the Construction Management program at Cal Poly to grow up as one of the best construction management programs in the country. CMAC has played a pivotal role in advancing construction education by providing dedicated partnerships and continuous financial support ever since its inception. Thank you for your interest in becoming a member of the Construction Management Advisory Council (CMAC).