Gain formal recognition of your expertise through the joint RICS and CICES designation for professionals operating at the forefront of civil engineering, geospatial surveying, and commercial management.

Apply for CCES designation

Why become a Chartered Civil Engineering Surveyor?

Professional Recognition

Demonstrate that you have met the rigorous professional and ethical standards of both RICS and CICES.

Stand Out in the Industry

Use the prestigious CCES post-nominal letters to showcase your expertise and differentiate yourself in the marketplace.

Strengthen Career Opportunities

Enhance your professional profile and gain recognition from employers, clients and industry peers.

Access Joint Membership Benefits

UK-based dual members may benefit from a simplified joint subscription arrangement and reduced administrative requirements.*

Be Recognised by Two Leading Institutions

Combine the global reputation of RICS with the specialist expertise and heritage of CICES.

Hear from existing CCES professionals

“The dual designation of MRICS and CICES is a truly meaningful recognition of the breadth and depth of expertise that geospatial professionals bring to the table. Many of us began our careers rooted in civil engineering surveying and have evolved into roles that demand a nuanced understanding of both engineering and surveying disciplines and the data that supports and enables both. This collaboration between RICS and CICES is not just a membership milestone—it’s a strategic alignment that reflects the realities of modern practice. It signals a shared commitment to technical rigour, professional integrity, and the kind of interdisciplinary thinking that’s essential to shaping resilient infrastructure and delivering geospatial and location data intelligence at scale. For our sector, it’s a future-facing move that validates the hybrid skillsets we’ve cultivated and reinforces the value we add across the built and natural environment.”

Simon Navin MRICS MCInstCES CCES

Head of Geospatial Services, Ordnance Survey

“This designation marks a significant step forward in recognising the unique blend of expertise held by professionals working at the intersection of civil engineering and surveying. I, like many other geospatial surveyors, started my career in civil engineering and this collaboration between RICS & CICES has been a long-held ambition for our growing sector. It reflects not only technical excellence but also a commitment to the highest standards of professional integrity and competence. By formally acknowledging this dual capability, RICS and CICES are reinforcing the value of interdisciplinary practice and collaboration in shaping the built environment, and future proofing the growth of our geospatial and construction sectors.”

James Kavanaugh MRICS MCInstCES CCES

Head of Professional Practice, Land and Development, RICS

Ready to apply?

There are two ways to achieve the CCES designation:

Members of both CICES and RICS?

As an existing dual member, if you already meet the eligibility requirements (see below), you will automatically be awarded the designation. Please reach out to contactrics@rics.org if you would like more information.

RICS Member Only?

Apply for CICES membership directly via the Chartered Civil Engineering Surveyor assessment route.

For more information, download the Applicant Guide

Already a CICES Member? Through the RPQ Route

You can gain RICS membership through the Recognition of Professional Qualifications (RPQ) route to achieve RICS membership and gain access to the CCES designation.

Apply via RPQ route

Are you eligible?

You may be eligible for the Chartered Civil Engineering Surveyor (CCES) designation if you:

Are a Chartered Member of RICS (MRICS or FRICS)

Are a Full Member of CICES (MCInstCES or FCInstCES)

Have qualified through one of the following routes:
 

RICS Route

  • MRICS via the Geomatics pathway, including the Engineering competency at Level 3

CICES Route

  • MCInstCES with:
    • Geospatial Engineering core and Engineering specialism
    • Geospatial Engineering core and Land specialism
    • Commercial Management core and Cost Engineering specialism
    • Commercial Management core and Quantity Surveying specialism

*If you are based in the UK, you will also be given access to the joint membership subscription. If you are eligible, we will auto-enrol you, and you can expect to receive an invoice from RICS.

Need more information?

We have compiled a list of FAQs here.

If you’d like more information, you can contact RICS at contactrics@rics.org, or contact CICES at membership@cices.org.