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Helping Fabricators and Erectors Qualify Fast

Nationwide Support for Fabricators and Erectors

We provide nationwide support for steel fabricators and steel erectors seeking AISC and AWS compliance, and help them achieve AISC certification quickly and effectively through our comprehensive AISC quality certification program consultant service.

Custom Consulting for All Operation Sizes

From small local shops to multi-site national operations, we deliver custom consulting services that eliminate the guesswork from the AISC certification process.

Whether you're researching how to get AISC certified or need help with AISC fabricator or erector audit preparation, we tailor our services to fit your team's needs and timeline.

Why Quality Compliance Matters

We understand that quality compliance is more than paperwork-it's about aligning your actual practices with proven industry standards that earn client trust, reduce risk, and lead to repeat business.

Services Tailored to Your Certification Path

Our consulting covers audit strategy, QMS integration, fabrication and erection consulting, and full-service audit readiness. We specialize in helping contractors develop a QMS for AISC compliance that reflects real shop and field activity-not just written procedures.

Whether you're pursuing your first AISC audit, trying to get listed on the AISC certified fabricators list or the AISC certified erectors list, or just renewing your credentials, our consultant ensures contractor readiness, reduced audit mistakes, and a streamlined path to your AISC audit success.

Fabricators — see our AISC Fabricator Certification guide for step-by-step help.

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Backed by Auditor Experience and Real Results

Our in-depth experience across the American Institute of Steel Construction's Standard for Certification Programs (AISC 207) and the American Welding Society (AWS) equips us to anticipate and solve problems before they arise.

We believe that a proactive, disciplined approach to certification saves time and boosts operational consistency for years to come.

With experience supporting hundreds of audits, we know what auditors look for-and how to deliver it. Our team works with steel fabricators and erectors of all sizes, from startups and minority-owned businesses to major structural steel firms serving DOT and federal projects.

Clients consistently report smoother audit experiences, fewer findings, and better bid outcomes as a direct result of working with us.

Get Listed. Get Bids. Get Certified.

Call now to get your AISC certification before another big project slips away - no cert means no major bids.

Whether you build bridges or mezzanines, we'll get your team prequalified to bid.

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Why AISC Certification Matters

A Requirement for Bidding on Major Projects

AISC Certification is a powerful asset when bidding for public projects, government work, or infrastructure builds where third-party quality validation is non-negotiable. Many general contractors and government entities now require AISC Certification as a prerequisite-and in many cases, it's the only way to prequalify.

Stronger Operations and Fewer Costly Mistakes

AISC Certification provides a framework that helps steel contractors standardize operations, prove their credibility to clients, and avoid costly delays or rework. For companies wondering how to get AISC certified or how to become AISC certified, understanding and implementing the AISC quality certification program is the essential first step.

A Competitive Differentiator That Wins Work

Achieving certification shows your commitment to quality and continuous improvement. It demonstrates your ability to meet the AISC certified fabricator requirements and deliver consistent results. For many contractors, AISC status is a minimum qualification. Without it, you may be excluded from bid opportunities.

Aligned with Auditor Expectations and Industry Standards

Certification strengthens internal processes, improves discipline, and aligns your company with the American Institute of Steel Construction's Standard for Certification Programs (AISC 207) and AWS standards. This includes inspection procedures, material traceability, welding documentation, bolt installation, and final project closeout.

Companies listed on the official AISC certified fabricators list or AISC certified erectors list have demonstrated these systems to third-party auditors. A well-functioning quality management system (QMS) minimizes rework, maximizes productivity, and increases long-term project success.

The certification process also improves role clarity, documentation consistency, and communication between the shop, field, and office. It's not just a checkbox-it's a transformation of how your business performs under pressure.

Without Approval, You're Not in the Game

Call now to get your AISC certification and stop losing contracts to certified competitors.

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Why Choose Our AISC Consultant Service

Built to Survive Real Audits

Our team understands the nuances of AISC certification beyond the paperwork. We build full quality systems that align with your field operations, support real-time feedback, and hold up under scrutiny using the AISC certification checklist and latest AISC certified fabricator requirements.

End-to-End Coaching and Support

From weld log updates to team interview prep, we leave no stone unturned in preparing you for certification. We offer AISC welding certification preparation and shop certification alignment tailored to your needs.

Full Scope + Endorsement Expertise

We provide consulting across all AISC fabrication and erection scopes and support contractors aiming to join the AISC certified erector list or AISC certified fabricators list. Specialized endorsement support includes:

  • Fracture Control Endorsement (FCEB)
  • Fracture Control Endorsement for Hydraulic (FCEH)
  • Complex Coatings Endorsements (CCE-1, CCE-2, CCE-3)
  • Seismic Erection Endorsement (SEE)
  • Metal Deck Erection (MEE)
  • Bridge Erection (BEE)

Tailored Plans for Every Operation

We help integrate requirements seamlessly into your current systems to avoid redundancy and nonconformance risks. No two companies are alike, so we adapt the AISC quality certification program to fit your shop and field environment.

Ongoing Support That Drives Improvement

Our deliverables are editable, field-tested, and audit-proven. We offer post-audit support to resolve findings, update systems as AISC standards evolve, and ensure you're always audit-ready.

Choosing SteelAudit means building systems that don't just pass audits-they improve how your business runs.

Certified or Disqualified!

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Our Process to Get You AISC Certified

  1. Step 1: Start with Full-Service Certification Support

    We assess your fabrication and erection scopes, team size, and project schedule to build a customized path to AISC certification.

  2. Step 2: Implement AISC Requirements

    We guide your team through every phase of the AISC quality certification program, including:

    • Implementation of the AISC 207 standard
    • Preparation for AISC fabricator and erector audits
    • AWS/AISC compliance support, including misunderstood terms like "AISC welding certification"
    • Deficiency reporting based on the official AISC audit checklist
  3. Step 3: Develop Your QMS and Train Your Team

    We build a custom quality management system (QMS) and provide full audit-prep coaching:

    • Custom quality manuals, procedures, checklists, and logs
    • Remote and on-site AISC training for office, shop, and field staff
    • Interview coaching for your team during AISC auditor review
  4. Step 4: Support Your Audit and Handle Recertification

    We stay with you through your initial audit and future renewals:

    • Digital prep for remote or hybrid audits
    • Corrective action plans for failed audits or nonconformances
    • Coordination with AISC auditors to keep your company on the AISC certified contractors list

Don't Gamble With Compliance

Call now to get expert AISC certification help and avoid costly audit failures that block your bids.

Former AISC insiders guide your team through submittals, NCRs, and year-to-year renewals.

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What Sets Our Team Apart

Led by a Former AISC Audit Manager

All services are led by the former Manager of Operations and Associate Lead Auditor of Quality Management Company (QMC)-the official audit body of the American Institute of Steel Construction. This insider experience ensures that your documentation and systems meet AISC certified fabricator and erector requirements and are audit-ready when the time comes.

Proven Track Record of Passing Audits

From small to large operations, we have a consistent track record of helping clients pass their AISC audit on the first attempt-often with zero concerns, zero nonconformances, and zero corrective action requests.

Integrated, Ongoing Certification Support

We don't hand you a binder and walk away. Unlike other AISC certification consultants, we work side-by-side with your team until you're fully prepared and confident. Our implementation process is fully integrated with your office, shop, and field practices, making AISC certification part of your operation-not just a short-term goal.

We also offer post-certification services including annual updates, mid-year internal audits, and QMS revisions when new AISC standards are released. We track those changes for you and help ensure that your company remains on the AISC certification list with zero compliance gaps.

AISC Experts for Every Shop Type

Call now to get your AISC certification and stop losing jobs to competitors who are already approved.

Whether you're a fabricator, erector, or both, or a specialty metal manufacturer, our experts know your path to approval.

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Who We Help

Companies We Support

Our clients include:

  • Steel fabricators and erectors looking to increase bid credibility and meet client QMS expectations. We help them stand out on and qualify for the AISC certified fabricator list and AISC certified erector list.
  • Those preparing for initial AISC audits-especially clients asking how to become AISC certified and seeking step-by-step guidance from experienced consultants.
  • Contractors renewing or expanding scope under AISC 207, looking to stay aligned with current AISC certification requirements and avoid scope-related audit findings.
  • Teams needing QMS simplification, training, or audit compliance improvements, especially those working from the AISC 207-23 Audit Guide.
  • Field-focused firms seeking to align practical performance with administrative controls, improve team interviews, and boost audit readiness.
  • Companies recovering from failed audits needing corrective action planning or re-certification support through the AISC quality certification program.
  • Owners preparing for multi-site surveillance audits or managing status across multiple divisions on the official AISC certification list.

Industries and Markets We Serve

Whether you're a first-time applicant or an experienced firm trying to streamline your next audit, we provide practical, industry-tested solutions.

We serve companies nationwide across all major markets: industrial, commercial, transportation, federal contractors, and energy sectors.

We Support All Shop Types

Our clients include union and non-union shops, minority-owned businesses, and fast-growing startups with lean staff needing a direct path to recognition as AISC certified steel contractors.

Support for Other Certifications Too

We also help companies manage multiple certifications alongside AISC, including:

  • ASME Div. 9
  • City of LA Fabricator Approval
  • Clark County TG-1
  • State DOT programs

If you're facing overlapping audits, we streamline them into a single, coordinated process-saving time and reducing confusion across your team.

Shut Out from Bidding?

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Even if you've been denied or disqualified, we know how to fix it and move forward.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How long does AISC certification take?

A: Most clients complete the AISC certification process in 3-5 months using our full-service certification support. Timelines vary depending on your shop's readiness, project scope, and whether you're pursuing fabricator, erector, or endorsement-level certification.

Q: What's the difference between Fabricator and Erector certification?

A: Fabricator certification covers shop-based steel production and welding processes, while erector certification applies to field installation and structural steel erection work. Most structural steel contractors pursuing public or DOT projects require both certifications to fully qualify.

Q: Do I need AISC certification to bid on large contracts?

A: Yes. Without AISC certification, you're often disqualified from bidding-especially on work for government agencies, DOT projects, and large general contractors. Certification is a pre-qualifier, not an afterthought.

Q: What if I already failed an AISC audit?

A: We specialize in AISC audit recovery services. From root-cause analysis to corrective action planning, we help you fix the underlying issues and pass your next audit with confidence-fast.

Where to Get More Answers

Want more details? See our full AISC Certification FAQ page for answers about certification cost, welding compliance, documentation prep, and more.

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What Happens When You Call

Let's talk about how we can help your company meet AISC certification requirements, reduce risk, and build audit-ready systems that support long-term growth through the AISC quality certification program.

We're happy to discuss your needs by phone-whether that means reviewing prior audit findings, identifying gaps in your QMS, or proposing a customized path to certification.

If you're wondering how to get AISC certified or need expert guidance from a seasoned AISC certification consultant, we're here to help you take the next step.

Call us directly or send a quick message. We'll get you on the schedule for full audit preparation and walk you through every step of the process.

The path to certification starts with this conversation. We know what it takes to succeed-and we know how to get you there.

Whether you're aiming to prequalify for large contracts or build a culture of operational accountability, we'll help you create a quality system that delivers value beyond the audit.

Contact AISC Certification Consultant to start your certification journey.