They also solve environmental and ecological problems, like wetlands, brownfields and hazardous waste disposal. Consulting engineers frequently lead teams of multi-disciplined professionals on complex technical projects, and they serve as expert advisors to state, local and federal government agencies and to private businesses and industries. America's consulting engineering firms are among the best in the world, designing some of the most technologically advanced infrastructure. Just as they strive to continually update and improve their engineering proficiency, these entrepreneurs must also cultivate their business practice skills to compete in domestic and international marketplaces. ACEC also presents a strong, cohesive voice for the profession in national legislative and policy debates to help ensure that firms can compete fairly in an increasingly aggressive world market.
ACEC today is the largest national organization of engineers engaged in private practice.
It is comprised of 52 state and regional member organizations, representing more than 5,700 independent engineering firms throughout the United States. ACEC member firms represent a wide range of engineering disciplines including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, environmental, industrial, metallurgical, chemical, acoustical, mining and agricultural.