The General Contractor Licensing Act establishes the New Jersey State Board of General Contractors, which will oversee the licensure of general contractors in the state. The board will consist of nine members, including six who have practiced general contracting for at least ten years. The board's responsibilities include setting licensure standards, reviewing applicant qualifications, conducting examinations, issuing and renewing licenses, and maintaining a record of licensed contractors. Importantly, no individual may present themselves as a general contractor without being licensed by the board.

To qualify for licensure, applicants must be at least 18 years old, possess good moral character, hold a bachelor's degree in project management with a minimum of 60 construction-related credits, and pass a board-approved examination. The examination will be conducted at least four times a year, with provisions for online testing. Individuals with ten years of prior experience in general contracting or those licensed in closely related professions are exempt from these requirements. Licenses will be valid for two years and must be renewed, with the board responsible for setting the associated fees and implementing continuing education requirements for renewal. Licensees must display their licenses at job sites where they provide services.