About NCPI

The National Construction Policy Institute is a non‑partisan, think tank focused on the issues that impact the industry. Our shared conviction is that good policy begins with credible, field‑tested information and not partisan talking points.

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Our Mission

We strive to inform through rigorous, evidence-based research on critical legal and regulatory issues. Our goal is to engage diverse stakeholders, fostering collaborative solutions without partisanship. We advocate for policies that prioritize productivity and worker safety. Together, we aim to strengthen America’s infrastructure and global competitiveness. We envision a thriving construction sector for all.

What Sets Us Apart from Competitors

Industry DNA

Every research project and white paper are guided by professionals who have spent years on jobsites, in boardrooms, and before administrative agencies.

Legal Depth

Our legal fellows translate statutory language and case precedent into plain‑English guidance that policymakers and contractors alike can use.

Academic Rigor

Each white paper undergoes peer review to ensure accuracy and objectivity.

Transparent Funding

NCPI accepts no corporate sponsorship that compromises editorial independence; all donors are publicly disclosed in our annual report.

Areas of Focus

NCPI concentrates on six domains where policy clarity and innovation can transform the construction landscape nationwide.

Regulatory Modernization	Fragmented codes and duplicative rules inflate project costs and invite litigation.	• Model legislation to harmonize state construction licensing • Cost‑benefit analysis of overlapping environmental permits
OSHA & Workplace Safety	Clear, practical standards reduce injuries and help contractors avoid shutdowns and fines.	• Comment letters on OSHA rulemakings • Best‑practice guides for multi‑employer worksites
Employment & Workforce Development	The industry faces a critical labor shortage and evolving wage‑hour obligations.	• Apprenticeship expansion frameworks • Analysis of prevailing‑wage reforms
Immigration & Mobility	Many skilled craft positions remain unfilled; lawful pathways can stabilize the workforce.	• Policy briefs on temporary work visas • State‑level guidance on I‑9 compliance and E‑Verify
Technology & Innovation	Drones, robotics, and AI promise efficiency but carry new liability and privacy risks.	• Prototype contract clauses for drone data • Roadmaps for AI‑assisted estimating that comply with trade‑secret law
Procurement & Contracting	Fair, transparent procurement boosts competition and value for taxpayers.	• Model public‑private partnership statutes • Guidelines for equitable risk allocation in design‑build projects

How We Work

Research

Each focus area is assigned to an interdisciplinary working group.

Consultation

We solicit feedback from contractors, organized labor, insurers, and regulators.

Publication

Findings are released as policy papers, model clauses, and legislative testimony.

Education

NCPI offers webinars, CEU courses, and on‑demand briefings to translate research into practice

Get In Touch

For media inquiries, collaborative proposals, or to join our mailing list,
please contact info@constructionpolicyinstitute.org.

Get In Touch

For media inquiries, collaborative proposals, or to join our mailing list,
please contact info@constructionpolicyinstitute.org.