CIRT Competition

“Talent hits a target no one else can hit. Genius hits a target no one else can see.” – Arthur Schopenhauer, 19th Century Philosopher

The CIRT National Design and Construction Competition celebrates the innovations and contributions the design/construction community makes to the quality of American life, while understanding the issues and challenges the industry faces to deliver on this legacy. The Competition is maintained, coordinated, and judged by Construction Industry Round Table is intended for ACE Mentor Affiliate team entries.

Schedule

January 2025 | REGISTRATION OPENS

March 14, 2025 | SUBMISSION DEADLINE

All registrations and final entries must be officially submitted and complete by midnight in your time zone on Friday, March 14 (11:59:59 pm).

March 24, 2025 | PRELIMINARY RESULTS AND FINALISTS ANNOUNCED

A preliminary jury round will determine the Finalists and Runners-Up in each challenge. Finalists are notified and plans made to bring a representative(s) from each team to Washington, DC.

April 7, 2025 | FINALIST HOTEL RESERVATION DUE

Finalist teams will need to have made their hotel reservations in DC. Finalists will be provided precise hotel/logistical information upon being selected. The stipend will be available for each team to be used to help cover cost to attend the final round based on need, etc. from the requests of the teams.

April 28, 2025 | FINALIST PRESENTATIONS

Finalists present to the CIRT Panel of Judges. National Winners are announced live (1st, 2nd, 3rd place).