Join Us in Washington, D.C. May 3-6, 2026 for the
Annual Convention & Legislative Summit
Join your peers for this pivotal three-day event to engage with policymakers and gain insights into the forces shaping the engineering industry. With reauthorization of expiring surface transportation and water infrastructure programs at the top of the legislative agenda, it’s a critical time to get the latest updates and make your voice heard.
As Congress and the Administration debate funding levels, project delivery permitting reforms, and other critical policy issues, this summit will equip you with the political intelligence and strategic perspective to position your firm for success.
Leading Voices. Defining Conversations.
These General Session speakers bring perspective from history, national policy, and the halls of Congress—at a defining moment for the industry—while also touching on critical business challenges, including the evolving landscape of healthcare for firm leaders. A can’t-miss lineup when the conversation matters most.
Jon Meacham
Pulitzer Prize-Winning
Presidential Historian
Sean McMaster
FHWA Administrator
Peter DeFazio (D-OR)
Former Chairman, Transportation &
Infrastructure Committee
Bill Shuster (R-PA)
Former Chairman, Transportation &
Infrastructure Committee
Jonathan Martin
Senior Political Columnist
POLITICO
Mark Van Elden
President & CEO
ACEC Life/Health Trust
Brian E. Hill, MD
Co-Founder & CEO
HIPnation
Carl Wockner
International Recording
Artist & Entertainer
What Past Attendees Are Saying
A 97% Approval Rating Says It All.
Attendees highlight the impact, access, and execution of the ACEC Annual Convention & Legislative Summit—pointing to real value in connections, insights, and advocacy.
Experience it for yourself at the 2026 Annual Convention & Legislative Summit.
Schedule at a Glance
Saturday, 5/2
- Registration
- NAECE I Meeting
- NAECE/ACEC Staff Reception
Sunday, 5/3
- Registration
- Leadership Breakfasts
- Board of Directors Meeting
- ACEC Board & New Attendee Lunch
- CEO Roundtables
- NAECE II Meeting
- Committee and Coalition Meetings
- Welcome Reception & Dinner
Monday, 5/4
- Registration
- Exhibit Hall Open
- Breakfast with Exhibitors
- Opening General Session
- Education and Partner Sessions
- Committee and Coalition Meetings
- General Session Lunch & Legislative Briefing
- NAECE III Meeting
- Reception with Exhibitors
- MO State Dinners
Tuesday, 5/5
- Registration
- Exhibit Hall Open
- Breakfast with Exhibitors
- General Session & ACEC/PAC Sweepstakes
- Committee and Coalition Meetings
- Capitol Hill Visits
- Legal Counsel Forum
- Lunch with Exhibitors
- Engineering Excellence Awards Gala Reception, Dinner, and After-Party
Wednesday, 5/6
- Legal Counsel Forum
- Capitol Hill Visits
Education & Partner Sessions
As federal priorities continue to shift, the business landscape grows more competitive, and transformative technologies accelerate across the industry, these sessions will equip attendees with the insights and strategies needed to navigate change, seize new opportunities, and lead with confidence in this pivotal moment.
Exhibit Area
Connect with leading vendor partners in our exhibit area, where you can explore new technologies, experience live product demonstrations, and ask questions directly to industry experts. Discover practical tools, emerging solutions, and innovative services while building valuable relationships that support your firm’s growth.
Hotel & Travel Information
All convention events, the official housing block, and the Engineering Excellence Awards Gala will take place at the Grand Hyatt Washington (1000 H Street, Washington, DC 20001). May is an ideal time to experience Washington, DC, with comfortable weather and easy access to the city’s history, culture, and landmarks.
Convention Highlights
Thank You To Our Sponsors
