New Mexico General Building Contractor Part 2 GB-98 Contractor Exam Book Package

New Mexico General Building Contractor Part 2 GB-98 Contractor Exam Book Package

The New Mexico General Building Contractor Part 2 (GB-98) Exam Book Package is a comprehensive, trade-focused reference collection designed to prepare you for the GB-98 General Building Contractor licensing exam in New Mexico.

Built for contractors working in commercial construction, structural systems, and large-scale building projects, this package provides the essential knowledge needed to understand complex building codes, advanced construction methods, and material performance. It is specifically structured to help you succeed in the open-book exam while strengthening your real-world capabilities in managing commercial construction projects.

This package emphasizes structural integrity, commercial building systems, and code compliance, ensuring you can confidently oversee projects from foundation through structural completion and beyond.

📚 Books Included in This Package

1. New Mexico Administrative Code Title 14, 2015

Provides the regulatory framework for construction, licensing, and enforcement in New Mexico—essential for understanding compliance and administrative requirements.

2. New Mexico Commercial Building Code (NMAC 14.7.2), 2021

State-specific commercial construction standards covering structural systems, occupancy classifications, fire protection, and safety requirements.

3. International Building Code (IBC), 2021

The primary reference for commercial construction, covering structural design, fire safety, egress, occupancy classifications, and building systems—heavily used on the exam.

4. Principles and Practices of Commercial Construction, 11th Edition

Comprehensive guide to commercial construction methods, project management, materials, and building systems.

5. Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures, 17th Edition

Industry-standard reference for concrete materials, mix design, and durability—critical for structural concrete systems.

6. Placing Reinforcing Bars

Covers reinforcing steel placement, spacing, and installation—essential for structural integrity in concrete construction.

7. Gypsum Construction Handbook, 7th Edition

Provides guidance on drywall systems, fire-rated assemblies, and interior construction methods.

8. SDI Manual of Construction with Steel Deck

Covers steel deck design, installation, and applications in commercial buildings.

9. Training and Certification of Field Personnel for Unbonded Post-Tensioning – Level 1 Field Fundamentals

Provides guidance on post-tensioned concrete systems—important for advanced structural applications.

10. Erectors' Manual – Standards and Guidelines for the Erection of Precast Concrete Products, 2nd Edition

Covers installation and handling of precast systems used in commercial construction.

11. Technical Digest No. 9 – Handling and Erection of Steel Joists and Joist Girders, 3rd Edition

Provides standards for steel joist installation and structural framing systems.

12. Carpentry and Building Construction, 2016

Covers framing techniques, materials, and construction practices used across building types.

13. Modern Masonry – Brick, Block, Stone (10th Edition)

Comprehensive guide to masonry materials and structural applications.

14. Pipe and Excavation Contracting

Covers trenching, grading, and underground construction—key for site preparation and utilities.

15. Code of Federal Regulations – 29 CFR Part 1926 (OSHA)

Essential safety standards covering jobsite hazards, fall protection, and construction safety compliance.

16. ACI 530/530.1-13 – Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures

Provides structural requirements and specifications for masonry design and construction.

17. ACI 318-14 – Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete

Covers structural concrete design, analysis, and construction requirements—critical for commercial building systems.

🎯 What This Package Prepares You For

• New Mexico GB-98 General Building Contractor Exam (Part 2)

• Commercial building construction and project execution

• Structural systems including concrete, steel, masonry, and precast

• Code interpretation and compliance (IBC + NMAC)

• Occupancy classifications, fire protection, and life safety systems

• Advanced construction methods including post-tensioning and steel decking

• Site preparation, excavation, and utility coordination

• OSHA safety standards for commercial construction

🚀 Why Choose This Package?

✔ Complete Commercial Construction Coverage – From site work to structural systems
✔ State + National Code Alignment – NMAC and IBC included
✔ Advanced Structural Focus – Concrete, steel, masonry, and precast systems
✔ Optimized for Open-Book Exams – Quickly locate answers under time pressure
✔ Real-World Application – Built for large-scale commercial projects

💡 Perfect For:

• Individuals pursuing the New Mexico GB-98 General Contractor License

• Contractors working in commercial and large-scale construction

• Builders managing structural and multi-system projects

• Construction professionals expanding into commercial work

• Anyone looking to pass the exam on the first attempt

🔑 Build Bigger. Build Smarter. Get Licensed.

With the right references and a strong understanding of commercial construction systems and code requirements, you’ll be fully prepared to pass your exam and deliver safe, durable, and high-performance buildings at scale.