Welcome to the Contractors Association of West Virginia
CAWV represents over 500 businesses and over 20,000 employees in the building, highway, industrial and utility contracting industries. Our members are “Hard at Work” building safe roads and bridges, modern schools and hospitals, and water and sewer infrastructure that increases the quality of life for all West Virginians. CAWV is one of the most respected trade organizations in the state, and for over 100 years has been a traditional leader of the business community in advancing legislative and public policy issues. We are “Hard at Work” building a better West Virginia.
Our Mission:
The Contractors Association of West Virginia serves its members, the construction industry and general public through communication, education, representation and promotion.
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BuildWV
Build West Virginia (#BuildWV) is a comprehensive workforce development initiative created to inspire, engage and activate the next generation of West Virginia’s construction workforce. The program was developed to help shape positive perceptions of the construction industry, inform young people and their influencers about the real career opportunities in construction, and help connect them to local training programs.
Online Planroom
The CAWV Online Planroom gives members access to current bidding opportunities across West Virginia and the surrounding region. Search projects, review plans and specifications, download project documents, and stay up to date with the latest addenda—all in one convenient location. Contact planroom@cawv.org to get signed up today.
CAWV Connect App
Stay connected with CAWV anywhere, anytime. CAWV Connect puts member resources, event tools, and networking features right at your fingertips.
Exclusive Member Savings
Through CAWV's partnership with Encova Insurance, eligible members can take advantage of workers' compensation premium discounts and comprehensive risk management resources. The program is designed to help construction businesses reduce costs while promoting safer workplaces.
WHY JOIN?
As a member of CAWV, you have the benefit and experience of over 100 years of representing and promoting the interests of the construction industry locally, statewide and nationally. With over 500 members, CAWV is the ONLY full-service trade association representing West Virginia’s entire building, highway and utility construction industry. We are pleased to share with you many of the benefits of membership in the association.
CAWV delivers a full array of services including:
- Weekly Newsletter & Job Postings
- Online Planroom
- Networking Opportunities
- Money Saving Member Discounts
- Legislative Advocacy
- Cost-Effective Training/Seminars
- Stay Updated on Industry News