Introducing the CCES designation: A New Benchmark in Civil Engineering and Surveying
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09 February 2026
As a valued RICS member, you’ve already demonstrated your commitment to the highest professional standards. Now, take your recognition further with the new Chartered Civil Engineering Surveyor (CCES) designation, which is available through a strategic partnership between RICS and the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES).
Why Choose the Chartered Civil Engineering Surveyor designation?
With the designation, you gain:
- Professional Recognition
Demonstrate you’ve met the rigorous standards of both RICS and CICES. - Global Credibility
Combine worldwide recognition with deep sector expertise in civil engineering and surveying. You can use the title Chartered Civil Engineering Surveyor. - Joint Membership Benefits
Enjoy discounted access for members and fellows of both organisations* (UK-based members and fellows only, initially).
How to access the new designation
To be eligible, you must be MRICS or FRICS and qualified via the RICS Geomatics pathway, including the Engineering competency to Level 3*.
You must also be a member of CICES (MCInstCES or FCInstCES).Subject to conditions, if you don’t hold CICES membership - you can apply to CICES via their Accelerated route for RICS members.
Once qualified with CICES, and if you meet the stated eligibility criteria, you will be awarded the CCES designation.
If you do not meet the CCES designation eligibility criteria, you can apply via the new Chartered Civil Engineering Surveyor designation assessment. For more information, find the applicant guide here. To submit your application, click here.
If you’re a dual member based in the UK, you will also have access to a new Joint Membership Subscription. You do not need to hold the CCES designation to be eligible for this. For more information about the RICS - CICES partnership and the new Chartered Civil Engineering designation, please read our FAQs. If you have any additional queries, please contact contactrics@rics.org.