General Information
Identity Statement
The American Council of Engineering Companies of Minnesota (ACEC/MN) is the leading business practice and policy advocate for consulting engineering firms in Minnesota.
Formed in 1949, ACEC/MN´s 150 member firms, representing over 4,500 employees, provide services to all segments of society, including federal, state and local governments, private industry and the general public.
Mission
- Advocate ACEC/MN´s goals with the government and client groups.
- Educate our stakeholders on the value of services member firms provide.
- Provide opportunities for members to enhance business skills.
- Encourage individuals to pursue careers in consulting engineering firms.
2007-09 Strategic Goals
- Increase effectiveness and influence as the leading policy and advocacy group.
- Educate our stakeholders on the value of services member firms provide and increase the membership of ACEC/MN.
- Provide opportunities for members to enhance business skills.
- Increase the number of individuals pursuing careers in consulting engineering firms.
National Affiliation to ACEC
ACEC/MN is a member of the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC), the largest national organization of engineers engaged in the practice of consulting engineering located in Washington, DC. ACEC represents 51 states; employing 300,000 design professionals; responsible for more than $100 billion of private and public works annually.

