Bureaus
Construction Industries Bureaus
Anyone engaged in construction-related contracting in New Mexico must be licensed. This includes general construction work, electrical, mechanical and plumbing, and LP gas. The activities considered to be contracting in New Mexico are defined in the Construction Industries Licensing Act, NMSA 1978,
Section 60-13-3.
Licensing and examination services are provided by PSI. Applicants must pass with a minimum score of 75%.
For exam services or licensing, click here to go to PSI’s website or call 877-663-9267.
**PERMIT INFORMATION NOTICE
Starting September 1, 2018 ALL PERMITS, PLAN REVIEW, PRT ELECTRICAL MECHANICAL MHD. ALL SUBMITTALS WILL HAVE TO BE SUBMITTED WITH PAYMENT.
Unlicensed Violations
Contracting without a license in New Mexico is against the law. If a contractor is working without a license, the Division may stop the construction project and file a criminal charge of unlicensed contracting in Metropolitan or Magistrate Court. Violators will be eligible for licensure 1 year from date of conviction.
Click here to file a request for investigation against unlicensed violators