Welcome to the AACE Houston Gulf Coast Section, connecting cost engineering and project controls professionals across Houston and the Texas Gulf Coast

About the AACE Houston Gulf Coast Section

The AACE Houston Gulf Coast Section is part of AACE International, the leading professional organization for cost engineering and total cost management. Established in 1957, the Houston Gulf Coast Section serves professionals across the Greater Houston area and the Texas Gulf Coast.

Our members work across a broad range of disciplines, including cost estimating, cost control, planning and scheduling, claims management, project management, and management sciences. Through monthly technical meetings, specialized seminars, and professional development programs, the section provides opportunities for learning, collaboration, and career growth.

Whether you are an early-career project controls professional seeking mentorship, an experienced practitioner looking to give back, or an industry expert interested in sharing knowledge, the Houston Gulf Coast Section offers an inclusive and engaging professional community. The section also hosts an annual Project Controls Symposium, a one-day event that brings together industry professionals for technical learning and networking.


AACE Membership Benefits

In addition to local networking and professional connections, AACE membership gives you access to powerful technical and career resources, including:

These resources support both career development and project success at every stage of the project lifecycle. Learn more on the Membership Hub.

Announcements

  • 2026 Project Controls Agenda

    By: Omkar Kadam Omkar Kadam , 3 months ago

    The official agenda for the 2026 AACE Houston Gulf Coast Section Symposium is here 🎉

    Join us for a full day of industry-focused sessions covering cost control, scheduling, estimating, risk management, and practical lessons learned from experienced project controls professionals.

    This symposium is designed for students, early career professionals, and seasoned practitioners looking to expand their knowledge, network with industry leaders, and gain actionable insights they can apply on real projects.

    Get your tickets now and secure your spot. 

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  • 2026 AACE Houston Gulf Coast Section Project Controls Symposium

    By: Jigar Thakkar Jigar Thakkar , 6 months ago

    We’re excited to officially announce the date for the 2026 AACE Houston Gulf Coast Section Project Controls Symposium!

    📍 March 20, 2026
    🏫 University of Houston

    Call for Speakers:


    We are now accepting presentation proposals and still have a limited number of speaker slots available.

    We welcome sessions that cover topics such as:

    • Best practices for managing risk, schedule, and budget
    • Innovative tools and techniques for project controls
    • Case studies from successful and unsuccessful projects
    • Lessons learned from real-world challenges

    If you're interested in presenting, please email your proposal to David Barnhart and John Theis, PMP, MAPM by December 31, 2025.

    Please include:

    • Presentation title
    • Brief bio
    • Headshot (in a Word file)

    📩 David.Barnhart@ineight.com
    📩 John.Theis@shell.com

    We look forward to featuring valuable perspectives that strengthen and elevate the project controls community.

  • Technical Meeting - January 13, 2026

    By: Jigar Thakkar Jigar Thakkar , 7 months ago

    Our Monthly Technical Meeting this month is on Jan. 13th. We have an excellent lineup of speakers. You DO NOT want to miss this presentation.

    SEE EVENT FOR MORE DETAILS!

    Please join us at

    Guadalajara Hacienda,

    9799 Katy Fwy, Houston, Texas, US, 77024

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