Leading the cultural shift
We are the world's largest and most influential professional body for construction management and leadership.
Our members work worldwide in the development, conservation, and improvement of the built environment. We accredit university degrees, educational courses, and training. Our professional and vocational qualifications are a mark of the highest levels of competence and professionalism, providing assurance to clients and other professionals procuring built assets.
About us
We have a Royal Charter to promote the science and practice of building and construction for the benefit of society, and we’ve been doing that since 1834. Our members work worldwide in the development, conservation and improvement of the built environment.
Our Membership
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We’re all united in a passion for our industry, but we’re also passionate about the people who make up this community. Which is why we offer support on everything from financial concerns, to mental health issues and training help.
Find CPD Courses
Like most professional bodies, we believe it’s essential for members to keep up to date with the latest developments and knowledge in their field – it’s called Continuing Professional Development. Visit our CIOB Academy to view a range of our courses to meet your development needs.
Find out more about CIOB
Events
Every year the CIOB organises hundreds of CPD and networking events, award ceremonies and competitions across the globe.
Coronavirus & Brexit Guidance
The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB) has created a list of resources and industry advice, guidance and information on construction-specific issues
Policy and Research
As a professional body that represents the leaders and managers who work at every stage of the lifecycle of a construction project, we seek to influence government, industry and other stakeholders around the world with the aim of promoting the construction management discipline and addressing the challenges that the sector faces.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion - A Special Report and Charter
The business case for increasing diversity and inclusion in the construction industry could not be clearer. What we build should meet the needs of society. That is hard to achieve if we are not sufficiently diverse and, as an industry, do not reflect society.
Our News
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Construction provides essential boost to economy data shows
CIOB has responded to today’s figures from the ONS.
World’s premier construction competition for students opens for 2022 entries
Entries are open for 8th Global Student Challenge.
Construction leads on adopting a Hand SOS Signal for victims of modern slavery
A new hand signal has been launched to help fight modern slavery in the construction sector.