The Modern Erector Certification is SEAA’s industry-defining credential for steel erection contractors committed to excellence in safety, culture, workforce development, and operational strength. This is a third-party validation that your company represents the highest standard of what it means to be a modern ironworking organization.
Why Modern Erector Matters
Earn instant credibility with general contractors, owners, and public agencies. The certification differentiates your company during prequalification, bidding, and negotiations by demonstrating that you operate with professionalism.
Today’s workforce expects more than a paycheck. Modern Erector companies demonstrate commitment to employee well being, training, communication, and leadership — making you an employer of choice.
Modern Erector companies report stronger engagement, higher morale, and reduced turnover as a natural outcome of the practices required for certification.
Achieving the credential enhances your risk management and safety portfolio, putting your company in a position to positively influence your standing with insurers.
By pursuing the credential, companies gain insight into where they excel and where improvement will drive greater stability, retention, and growth.
- Stand Out in a Competitive Market
- Attract and Retain High-Quality People
- Strengthen Your Culture
- Drive Operational Cost Reductions
Earn instant credibility with general contractors, owners, and public agencies. The certification differentiates your company during prequalification, bidding, and negotiations by demonstrating that you operate with professionalism.
Today’s workforce expects more than a paycheck. Modern Erector companies demonstrate commitment to employee well being, training, communication, and leadership — making you an employer of choice.
Modern Erector companies report stronger engagement, higher morale, and reduced turnover as a natural outcome of the practices required for certification.
Achieving the credential enhances your risk management and safety portfolio, putting your company in a position to positively influence your standing with insurers.
By pursuing the credential, companies gain insight into where they excel and where improvement will drive greater stability, retention, and growth.
Pathway to Modern Erector
Who Can Apply?
Any steel erection contractor that has been in business for 3+ years.
When and How to Apply?
- Applications accepted on any date; renewals occur on your anniversary.
- See list of criteria. (See below for a printable criteria document)
- You can start and save your application to finish later. You will not be charged for your submissions until you have finished the entire application process.
- SEAA members receive discounted application fees. Not a member? Call 336-294-8880.
Application Fees
All applicants receive feedback on performance — a roadmap to strengthen culture, training, safety, and operations each year.
SEAA Members (Must be a member in good standing for a minimum of 1 year)
$1,500 for companies with annual revenue of less than $5M
$2,500 for companies with annual revenue of $5M and up
Non-Members
$2,100 for companies with annual revenue of less than $5M
$3,500 for companies with annual revenue of $5M and up
SEAA Members (Must be a member in good standing for a minimum of 1 year)
$1,500 for companies with annual revenue of less than $5M
$2,500 for companies with annual revenue of $5M and up
Non-Members
$2,100 for companies with annual revenue of less than $5M
$3,500 for companies with annual revenue of $5M and up
Criteria
Download the full criteria document/check list to start preparing to apply.
