With a strong foundation in civil engineering, we provide exceptional solutions across a wide range of projects and sectors. Our team is dedicated to advancing sustainable, efficient and impactful developments that connect communities and enhance the built environment.

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Our History

The Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors began life in 1969 as the Association of Surveyors in Civil Engineering and was incorporated in 1972.

Mission, Vision & Values

CICES’s mission is to advance civil engineering surveying by promoting high standards in education, competence, and conduct for public benefit...

Golden Threads

Throughout the coming decades, the following three golden threads will be woven through all we do.  Each of these golden threads is core to our future and we strive to include them in every aspect of our strategy.

Governance

The institution operates with a complement of staff and dedicated volunteers.  Members are encouraged to take part in the future development of the organisation.

Committees

CICES members cover a wide range of specialisms within construction commercial management and geospatial engineering.

Regions

CICES has regions across the globe making it easier for members to network.

FEATURED ARTICLES

Explore a curated selection of our most insightful and impactful reads. Whether you're catching up on recent trends, diving deeper into key topics, or looking for fresh perspectives, these articles are handpicked to inform and inspire:

Sustainability: CICES staff help with woodland conservation activities

Fri, 31 Oct 2025
On 29 October, members of the CICES team took part in a sustainability day at a local woodland in Urmston, Manchester, organised by the environmental charity City of Trees.

Former teacher appointed as education outreach manager to strengthen industry ties

Fri, 03 Oct 2025
CICES has appointed qualified teacher Rachel Hames to the role of education outreach manager; a newly created role designed to expand the institution’s engagement with the education sector.

Thousands raised for charity at CICES 2025 annual dinner

Fri, 17 Oct 2025
A total of £3,765 was raised for charity during the CICES annual dinner, which was held at Cutlers’ Hall on 26 September.

CICES appoints leading quantity surveyor as its youngest ever president

Wed, 03 Sept 2025
Meet your CICES president for 2025-26, Turner & Townsend associate director, Alexandra Pearsall. Appointed as CICES' youngest-ever president on 3 September 2025, will lead with the theme 'Shaping the Future of Construction', focusing on skills, digital innovation, and industry culture.