Careers
Building better outcomes for the people who shape the spaces we live and work in.
See Open RolesAt AIA Contract Documents (ACD), we're committed to empowering the Architect, Engineering and Construction Industry, with trusted, easy-to-use solutions that reduce risk and bring clarity, fairness, and efficiency to every stage of the construction process. And it all starts with our people.
If you're passionate about making an impact, solving meaningful challenges, and shaping the future of the built environment, you'll find purpose in the work we do every day.
Our Values
Our values are more than words. They guide how we think, act, and work together to create meaningful impact for our customers and each other.
Build Trust
Strengthen trust across the design and construction industry by delivering reliable, balanced, and widely respected products and services.
Champion the Customer
Understand customer challenges and design products that make their work easier. Listen carefully and define success by clarity and reliability.
Stay Curious
Approach work with a mindset of learning and improvement. Ask thoughtful questions and stay open to new ideas, tools, and perspectives.
Act Like a Founder
Take initiative to solve problems and move projects forward. Be accountable for your work and take pride in delivering high-quality outcomes.
Win Together
Collaborate across teams to achieve shared goals. Celebrate success collectively and support one another's growth.
Why ACD
We support our team with benefits designed to promote well-being, flexibility, and long-term growth.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverageUnlimited paid time off policy, for most rolesMonthly work-from-home stipend to support your setup401K plan with company matchProfit sharing to support your financial futurePaid parental leave for growing familiesCompany-paid short- and long-term disabilityCompany-paid life insuranceHear From Our Team
What's it like working at ACD? Hear directly from our people about their experiences and what makes this work meaningful.
"At ACD, I engage in meaningful legal work to support a mission I genuinely believe in. I work with leading construction industry experts through our Documents Committee, liaison outreach, and a strong internal team. It's incredibly rewarding to contribute to an industry standard that has played a significant role in the built environment since 1888."
"What drew me to ACD was the chance to build, not just maintain. Acting like a founder is a core principle here, and I get to live that every day, designing and building systems, applications, and workflows from the ground up. There's something uniquely satisfying about knowing the things you built are actually moving the needle."
"The collaboration and teamwork at ACD is energizing and, more importantly, driving us forward together as we build toward the future of AEC risk protection. It's a truly rewarding feeling. There is also a strong sense of flexibility and trust in team members, which is highly valued across the organization and consistently reinforced."
Our Docs Have Been There, Done That
100,000+
professionals use ACD
88%
of the top contracting firms use ACD
90%
of the top design firms use ACD
1888
the year that the first AIA contract was created, serving as the industry standard for nearly 140 years
$1 Trillion
total monetary amount of our pay applications ever used
42%
recent increase in dispute costs, reinforcing the importance of using trusted contracts and forms