The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)

What is The Chartered Institute of Building?

The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) is a body that represents construction management professionals who work within the built environment.

The CIOB is a full member of the Construction Industry Council. Membership of the CIOB (MCIOB) offers you the most direct route to a management career in construction, and you’ll join the largest professional network of its kind spanning the globe.

What post-nominal letters can I use after my name?

Members & Fellows of the of The Chartered Institute of Building are eligible to use the following post-nominal letters after their name:

  • Member: John Smith MCIOB
  • Fellow: John Smith FCIOB
Can I apply for Membership through an NVQ?

Yes, achievement of a Level 6 or 7 NVQ in Construction Management provides access to Chartered Membership (MCIOB).

Here at CADUK, most of our NVQ assessors are Fellows of The CIOB themselves.

Candidates that have completed a construction-related Level 7 NVQ (which is broadly comparable to a Masters degree in terms of academic value) are eligible to apply for Membership through the ‘NVQ Professional Review‘ route (also known as the ‘Shortened Review’ or the fast-track route).

Candidates that have completed a Level 6 NVQ (broadly comparable to a Bachelor’s degree in terms of academic value) are eligible to apply for Membership through the ‘Professional Review‘ (also knows as the ‘Full Review’).

I've completed a Level 6 or 7 NVQ, how do I apply?

First, you’ll need to join the CIOB at Applicant grade.

Once you have joined CIOB as an Applicant, you can apply for Membership through either the (fast-track) Level 7 NVQ Professional Review route or the Level 6 Industry Professional review route.

You can download the appropriate forms from this page below (or directly from the CIOB website) and send the completed application with any supporting documents to pr.application@ciob.org.uk

How does the (Level 7 NVQ) Professional Review work?

A construction-related NVQ at Level 7 (such as the Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management) meets both the academic and the competence requirements of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB).

The ‘NVQ Professional Review’ (also known as the shortened/fast-track route) to Membership is only available to those that have completed a Level 7 construction-related NVQ within the last 3 years and who’s NVQ assessor was a Member or Fellow of CIOB themselves at the time of the assessment.

All CADUK’s assessors at NVQ Level 7 are Members and Fellows of CIOB, therefore all of our Level 7 candidates will be eligible for the (fast-track) ‘NVQ Professional review’ route to MCIOB.

This route mainly consists of a short application, proof of CPD, and a letter of confirmation from your MCIOB/FCIOB NVQ assessor.

The application form will ask cover the following three topics:

  • Professional judgement and responsibility
  • Commitment to abide by the rules and regulations of professional competence and conduct
  • Commitment to CPD

Our assessors will guide and support you through every step of the way with this application at no extra cost. Since 2011 CADUK have helped hundreds of construction managers to become Members of The CIOB through the Level 7 NVQ pathway.

The documents below relate to the ‘NVQ Professional Review’ application:

How does the (Level 6 NVQ) Professional Review work?

Those that have completed a Level 6 (construction-related) NVQ are eligible to apply for Membership of The CIOB through the ‘Industry Professional Review‘ (also known as the ‘Full Review’).

This route mainly consists of proof of CPD and a detailed application form which focuses on your occupation competence, management competence, and commitment to professionalism.

The form will cover a range of topics where you will be asked to provide comprehensive examples of recent practice in these areas. Topics include: 

  • Planning and organising work 
  • Managing health, safety, and welfare
  • Managing quality
  • Implementing sustainable construction development
  • Knowledge of commercial, contractual and legal issues
  • Communication
  • Decision making
  • Managing information
  • Leadership and strategic management/financial management
  • Developing people or teams
  • Innovation
  • Professional judgement and responsibility
  • Commitment to abide by the rules and regulations of professional competence and conduct
  • Commitment to CPD

The documents below relate to the ‘Industry Professional Review’ application:

How long does the MCIOB application take?

From receipt of your application and payment you can expect the process to take around 8 to 12 weeks. It may take longer if any documents or information is missing from your submission.

How much does it cost?

Please click here to view the latest CIOB UK Membership fees

How can my company become Chartered?

Becoming a Chartered Building Company or Consultancy brings a multitude of benefits. As well as enhancing your reputation, adding to your brand and raising your profile, Chartered status sends out a strong signal to employees that they are valued and will be developed to their full potential.

Chartered organisations are allowed to use the CBC logo and to add their profile to a prestigious public directory.

This badge of honour is validation that the business is professionally managed and operating to high ethical codes. To gain Chartered Company Membership a minimum of 25% of the board need to have full CIOB membership themselves.

Organisations chartered with CIOB are independently assessed and regularly audited. They can demonstrate that they:

  • Are competently and professionally run
  • Operate to high business and ethical standards
  • Are committed to developing a fully qualified workforce
  • Have a significant number of directors that are already Chartered, either with CIOB or other built environment organisations

For more information about becoming a Chartered Building Company, click here.

How can I become a Fellow of CIOB?

It is required that you possess at least 5 years of experience leading an organisation, people and contributing to the industry, communities or society.

 Candidates must also have responsibilities that extend to working with sector stakeholders. This work must demonstrate a contribution to the wider industry or the general public and could be through industry-specific charities such as the Construction Youth Trust or the CIOB or other stakeholders such as schools, universities, communities and community groups or government agencies.

Fellowship is independently benchmarked and is comparable to a British Master’s Degree. This work has been carried out by the expert qualifications agency, UK ENIC which provides information on qualifications to governments and government authorities and education establishments across the world.

If you are applying to upgrade from MCIOB, you will be required to produce a 3,000 word reflective account of a project or initiative you have led, through which you can demonstrate your competence in leading people and organisations within the sector.

Click here for more information on becoming a Fellow of The CIOB.

Which NVQs will enable me to apply for MCIOB?

CADUK offer the following NVQs at Level 6 & 7 that provide access to the Membership of The Chartered Institute of Building (MCIOB):

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David Andrews MCIOB
David Andrews MCIOB
Doha Metro (Qatar)
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I have completed my NVQ Level 7 in Construction Senior Management and I cannot speak highly enough of all members of their team. They provided me with an excellent service throughout and it was money well spent. I gained a vast amount of knowledge from each completed unit and it has already shown its benefits with instant career progression. Thank you to you all at CADUK.
Neil James MCIOB
Neil James MCIOB
West Midlands Safari Park
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Great service, support and tutorship throughout. I have developed more than I ever expected going through my Level 7 NVQ Diploma in Construction Senior Management. I would highly recommend CADUK to anyone wishing to develop themselves and gain a recognised construction based NVQ qualification.
Michael O'Byrne MCIOB
Michael O'Byrne MCIOB
Colmore Tang Construction Ltd
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I recently completed the NVQ Level 7 in Senior Construction Management and immediately went on to get my CSCS Black Management Card. I then successfully applied for MCIOB, Chartered Construction Manager. The support and encouragement I got from the team was fantastic. This has opened up a lot of doors for me and I highly recommend using CADUK.
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Ewan Davies-Smith MCIOB
Ewan Davies-Smith MCIOB
Babcock International Group
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I have completed my NVQ Level 7 in Construction Senior Management and I cannot speak highly enough of all members of their team. They provided me with an excellent service throughout and it was money well spent. I gained a vast amount of knowledge from each completed unit and it has already shown its benefits with instant career progression. Thank you to you all at CADUK.
Colin Christian MCIOB
Colin Christian MCIOB
Triton Knoll Offshore Wind Farm Ltd
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Just completed an NVQ7 with CADUK and found the whole process well managed and straightforward. Easy to apply, and the portfolio system allows you to work seamlessly across a number of platforms. Good support and communications throughout from the team at CADUK and the assigned tutor for your course. A great experience and highly recommended for anyone trying to balance study with a full time role.
Darren Allen MCIOB
Darren Allen MCIOB
Bluu Qatar
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The opportunity to study with CADUK provides a platform for the future in the Middle East. It's the most direct route into the CIOB (Chartered Institute of Building) that is recognised worldwide. For me personally obtaining the Level 7 was money well spent. I achieved a qualification that suited my lifestyle and allowed me to obtain corporate identity within an established institute. Keep up the good work CADUK, you make a difference in people's lives!
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