FAQ

CMAA2026, scheduled for October 4 - 6, 2026, in Denver, Colo., is CMAA's flagship event. It will include a comprehensive expo hall, plenary and breakout sessions, and the annual CMAA Industry Recognition Awards where 2026 CMAA Project Achievement Awards and other individual honors will be presented.

Planned are three days of education, collaboration, and networking. This year’s event is designed to provide attendees with learning experiences that are valuable to the recipient, relevant to the evolving industry, unique to the profession, and optimal for project/program outcomes.

The CMAA2026 education program will explore ways of improving the program and construction management professional's performance as a leader and their ability to overcome the obstacles and challenges they face in their professional lives. Sessions will provide content and learning opportunities that attendees cannot get elsewhere and feature interactive sessions that engage the audience and encourage participation.

Earn up to 12 PDHs throughout CMAA2026.

Sunday: earn up to 3 PDHs
Monday: earn up to 6 PDHs
Tuesday: earn up to 3 PDHs

Important Dates:
Early Bird Registration Deadline - August 11
Hotel Block Cutoff Date - September 4
Advance Registration Deadline - September 29
Cancelation Deadline (per cancelation policy) - September 4

Yes, the conference app will be available for download in the Apple and Google Play stores approximately two weeks prior to the conference. An email will be distributed to registered attendees when the app becomes available.

Yes! Save one of the below graphics and post it on your socials using the hashtag #CMAA2026 to let everyone know you're attending! 

Please feel free to reach out to any of the following CMAA staff members: 

Registration, Housing, Speakers: Noelle Borman: nborman@cmaanet.org
Sponsorship / Expo: Natalie Dougherty: ndougherty@cmaanet.org
Conference Logistics: Johnny Penn: jpenn@cmaanet.org
General / CMAA: Mark Gedris: mgedris@cmaanet.org

There will be a field to include your special accommodations in your registration, or reach out to meetings@cmaanet.org for assistance.

Multiple meals during the conference are included with a full conference registration:

1. Monday Breakfast
2. Monday Lunch
3. Monday night Industry Recognition Dinner
4. Tuesday Breakfast
5. Tuesday Lunch

Check the posted Schedule at a Glance for the specific meal times/dates.

Your registration fee includes access to three days of education sessions, noted meals, and networking events.

Not included in your registration fee will be your hotel and travel to/from the conference. These items will be at your own expense. We have negotiated discounted rates with the Gaylord Rockies, so be sure to utilize our reservation link to book your room.

If you need a copy of your registration confirmation or receipt, please send an email to meetings@cmaanet.org. Include your name, company, and email address you registered with to help us find your confirmation faster.

If you believe you are eligible for a category not available to you, please confirm that you are logged in to your account. If you are logged in, please contact Member Services at (703) 356-2622 or membership@cmaanet.org to have them check your membership records.

If you believe you are eligible for the Speaker rate, please confirm you are logged in to your account. If you are logged in, please contact Meetings at meetings@cmaanet.org to have them check your records.

No, attendance for the education sessions is on a first come, first served basis. We recommend arriving to the education sessions on time, as sessions do fill up.

Requests must be submitted by email to meetings@cmaanet.org. CMAA will refund registration and ticket purchases, less a $125 processing fee, upon written request received not later than September 4. Due to CMAA’s obligations to guarantee meals and other expenses made on your behalf, no refunds of registrations or ticket purchases will be made after that date. Credits will not be held for application toward future conference fees. Name substitutions can be made at any time and must also be submitted in writing. Once a final reconciliation of conference finances is completed, refunds will be processed and issued.

CMAA2026 has many ways for sponsors/exhibitors to share their products and services with construction management/project management individuals. Visit our Sponsor and Exhibitor page for more information or reach out to Natalie Dougherty, Director of Business Development, ndougherty@cmaanet.org, 571-581-3480.

Gaylord Rockies
6700 N Gaylord Rockies Blvd
Aurora, CO 80019
Reservations & Info: 720-452-6900

Hotel reservations can be made directly with the Gaylord Rockies via the reservations link or phone number below.

Room rate: $299/night, plus resort fee ($23) and taxes

Hotel cutoff date: September 4, 2026

Reservations: To make your reservations, click on the link below and select your check-in / check-out dates, or call the hotel phone number listed above. If calling to make your reservations, be sure to identify yourself as an attendee of the “CMAA National Conference” to qualify for the group rate.

Opryland Reservation Link: CMAA2026 Reservations
Reservation Phone: 720-452-6900

Yes, badges must be worn at all times while attending the conference.

Yes, we will have onsite registration available out side the Aurora Ballroom Exhibit Hall located within the Gaylord Rockies. Onsite registration rates will apply.

There will be self scanners outside each of the education session rooms. You will need to scan your badge upon entering the session. Session attendance information will be posted to your CMAA Learning Center and RCEP after the conclusion of the conference. You will receive an email when all credits have been posted. If you miss having your badge scanned for session credit, you can self-report your attendance by completing this attendance form distributed after the conference.