You've Done the Hard Part — Now Get the Credential to Prove It

If you've been in this industry for more than five years and you're leading projects, managing teams, and holding things together at the highest level — there's a national credential built specifically for you.

NAHB's Certified Master Building Professional (CMBP) and Certified Master Remodeling Professional (CMRP) are the most advanced credentials in residential construction. They recognize builders and remodelers who don't just do the work — they lead it.

What These Credentials Recognize

The CMBP and CMRP are designed to set the most accomplished professionals apart — not by years of seat time, but by demonstrated leadership, a commitment to ongoing professional development, and adherence to the highest standards of practice in the industry.

Both credentials are accredited by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE), which means this isn't just a certificate — it carries independent, third-party weight.

To be eligible, you need 5 or more years of leadership experience in residential construction. If that's you, the hard part is already done. This credential is how you make it visible.

CMBP vs. CMRP — What's the Difference?

• Certified Master Building Professional (CMBP) — for builders focused on new residential construction

• Certified Master Remodeling Professional (CMRP) — for those whose work is primarily in remodeling and renovation

Both carry the same level of rigor and ACCE accreditation — the distinction is simply which side of the work you're on.

Why It Matters

In a market like Summit County — where clients are sophisticated, projects are complex, and competition is real — a nationally recognized credential matters. It tells clients, partners, and the broader industry that you operate at the highest level.

It also keeps you sharp. Maintaining the CMBP or CMRP requires ongoing professional development, which means staying current on codes, practices, and industry standards — not just earning letters after your name.

Get the Full Details

NAHB has put together a Credential Guide that walks through the full requirements, process, and benefits for both the CMBP and CMRP.

Download the CMBP/CMRP Credential Guide to learn more and find out if you're ready to apply.

Questions about the process or whether this is the right fit for where you are in your career? Reach out to SCBA — we're here to help our members take the next step.

— Valerie Connelly, Executive Officer, Summit County Builders Association