Steven M. Murow, DIRTONU Principal, maintains professional relationships with several local and national associations related to the construction industry. As current President of the Orange County Forensic Expert Witness Association and President of the American Society of Professional Estimators – Chapter 3, Murow is able to stay informed on all industry changes and developments to provide better services to his clients. The following links can be used to visit relevant agencies and associations.
Board Member
Forensic Expert Witness Association
Orange County Chapter Past-President and National President and Board of Directors, 2012 – 2019
American Society of Professional Estimators
Chapter 3 Orange County – Past-President, 2012 -2015
Goals For Life
Chairman of the Board, 2012 – 2019
Orange Coast College
Advisory Council for Construction Technology Department
California State University, Fullerton
Advisory Board (Forensic Expert Witness Certificate) for the University Extended Education Department
Arizona State University
Parents Association Board of Advisors
Jewish Community Center of Orange County
Board of Directors (18 years)
Past Board Member at AYSO Div. 97, Newport Harbor Baseball Association, City of Costa Mesa Ad Hoc Childcare Committee, and Fairview Developmental Center Childcare Center
Member
American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE)
The American Society of Professional Estimators (ASPE) primary goal is to define & publish estimating practices that, when properly employed, will produce reliable estimates in a uniformly recognizable manner industry wide. ASPE is dedicated to the professional growth and advancement of its members and the health, welfare and safety of the public.
Construction Management Association of America (CMAA)
Construction Management is a professional service that applies effective management techniques to the planning, design, and construction of a project from inception to completion for the purpose of controlling time, cost and quality. Construction Management is a discipline and management system specifically created to promote the successful execution of capital projects for owners. These projects can be highly complex. Few owners maintain the staff resources necessary to pay close, continuing attention to every detail–yet these details can “make or break” a project.
Building Industry Association (BIA)
Because of the high-stakes nature of policies and regulations emanating from Sacramento and the influence they have on local land use, housing, infrastructure and environmental decisions, constant vigilance and monitoring on behalf of our industry is a necessity. CBIA, as the main voice of the state’s leaders in homebuilding and land development, plays a critical role in advancing the benefits of residential construction and assists policy makers in understanding the importance of housing and how new construction benefits California’s economy.
Construction Specifications Institute (CSI)
CSI was founded in March 1948 by the specification writers of government agencies who came together to improve the quality of construction specifications. The Institute’s efforts were essential in improving construction specification quality so that it could meet the demands of the post-war construction boom. Development of specifications best practices, promulgating standards/formats, professional education, and certification were cornerstones of the Institute.
Association of Advancement of Cost Estimating (AACE)
We are a non-profit association serving the total cost management community since 1956. We provide our members and stakeholders with the resources they need to enhance their performance and ensure continued growth and success. With over 9,000 members world-wide, we serve total cost management professionals in a variety of disciplines and across all industries. We have members in 100 countries.
Engineers Contractors Association (ECA)
The Engineering Contractors’ Association, ECA, since 1976 has served underground and heavy construction professionals in Southern California providing leadership and education on issues important to our member’s success. Working to enhance continued development ECA promotes a healthy construction environment through education of regulatory bodies from the contractor’s perspective and informing the industry on critical developments.
Southern California Contractors Association (SCCA)
Since it’s founding in 1974, the Southern California Contractors Association has advocated for the Construction Industry. With our home office located in the City of Orange, SCCA has developed a solid base consisting of over 350 members, specializing in heavy highway and civil engineering. Our Signatory Contractors paired with our active and supporting Affiliate Companies, makes our association the strongest all union association in Southern California.
