The Cannery Casino Hotel was recently reroofed by Commercial Roofers, Inc., an esteemed contractor serving the Las Vegas market since 1959, and they graciously donated the project details in support of the student competition.

Itasca, Ill. — The Roofing Alliance, the foundation for the industry, is proud to announce the 12 university teams that will compete in the 12^th Annual Construction Management Student Competition.  Finalist teams will present their re-roofing proposals to a panel of industry judges during the International Roofing Expo® (IRE) at the Las Vegas Convention Center on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026, from 8 – 11:30 a.m.

Local media are encouraged to attend and highlight this esteemed competition that focuses on recruiting the next generation of construction management leaders into the roofing industry.

The 2025–2026 project will center on the Cannery Casino Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada—a project graciously provided by Commercial Roofers, Inc.

The following universities will participate:

1. Auburn University, Auburn, Ala.
2. Bradley University, Peoria, Ill.
3. California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
4. Clemson University, Clemson, S.C.
5. Colorado State University, Fort Collins
6. Florida Gulf Coast University, Fort Myers
7. Illinois State University, Normal
8. Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge
9. Texas A&M University, College Station
10. Tuskegee University, Tuskegee, Ala.
11. University of Florida, Gainesville
12. University of North Florida, Jacksonville

“The student competition is one of our most impactful initiatives,” said Roofing Alliance President Greg Hudson. “Not only does it showcase the incredible talent coming into our industry, but it also strengthens connections between students, faculty, and roofing professionals nationwide.”

“The student Competition is one of the highlights of our year,” said Alison L. LaValley, Executive Director of the Roofing Alliance. “We are continually inspired by the energy, innovation, and dedication these teams bring to the future of roofing.”

For more information about the Roofing Alliance and its initiatives, visit www.roofingalliance.net.

About the Roofing Alliance
The Roofing Alliance serves as the catalyst for industry innovation, bringing together more than 200 leaders who are dedicated to shaping roofing’s future. With commitments exceeding $18 million, the Alliance funds essential research and training, advances education through initiatives like the roofing minor, fosters workforce development, supports scholarships, and leads impactful philanthropic efforts including its partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities®. For more information on becoming a Roofing Alliance member, contact Alison L. LaValley, CAE, Executive Director, at [email protected].

About Commercial Roofers, Inc.

Commercial Roofers, Inc. is a professional full-service roofing and waterproofing company providing new construction, re-roof, roof maintenance/repair, and waterproofing contractor services for commercial projects for over 50 years in the Las Vegas Valley. We have a safety record among the best in the industry, with full time safety director, who aggressively enforces our program. We are licensed in Nevada, California, Arizona and Utah.

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