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The ACEC Research Institute provides on-going financial resources to conduct research initiatives beneficial to the entire engineering industry. Our research and tools allow engineering professionals to stay up-to-date on trends and topics that shape the industry and leverage that knowledge to help them be more effective in their roles.

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The ACEC Research Institute’s Firm of the Future initiative is a forward-thinking effort designed to explore and prepare for the evolving landscape of engineering and design firms by 2035. LEARN MORE  >

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The ACEC Research Institute is committed to advancing our profession through educational scholarships for students pursuing engineering degrees.

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Latest News

October 24, 2025

Past Chair of the ACEC Research Institute Honored for Visionary Leadership

Mike Carragher Receives ACEC Distinguished Service Award The ACEC Research Institute congratulates…

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October 6, 2025

2025 Economic Assessment & Forecast

This is the sixth annual release of the Engineering and Design Services…

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October 2, 2025

ACEC Research Institute Business Climate Lightning Poll October 2025

A mid-quarter update to the Engineering Business Sentiment

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Upcoming Events

November 12, 2025

Firm of the Future: Workforce Study – Engineering’s Talent Pipeline and Future Demand

The engineering industry is confronting one of the most significant workforce challenges…

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December 4, 2025

State of the Engineering Economy Q4 2025

Join our research team for an engaging and insightful discussion on the…

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