AACE’s Constitution and Bylaws, which are amended and approved by its membership, is the Association’s overall governing document.

All AACE members and certified individuals agree to uphold the AACE Canons of Ethics – which advance the honor and dignity of Cost Engineering and the Cost Management profession and in keeping with the high standards of ethical conduct will (1) be honest and impartial and will serve employer, clients, and the public with devotion; (2) strive to increase the competence and prestige of their profession; and (3) will apply knowledge and skill to advance human welfare.

AACE’s Board of Directors has chosen to enter into Cooperative Agreements (or Memorandums of Understanding) with groups and organizations that share similar goals and objectives as AACE.