The ultimate step-by-step guide to achieving Chartered status with the CIOB.
Are you an experienced construction professional ready to take your career to the next level? Do you want to earn the globally respected MCIOB designation and gain formal recognition as a Chartered Construction Manager? Whether you're a site manager, project lead, contracts supervisor, or aspiring construction leader, this book will guide you every step of the way?from application to success.
Becoming a Chartered Construction Manager (MCIOB) is the most complete, practical, and accessible resource available for anyone pursuing Chartered Membership through the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB). Written by Godson Akinsanya MCIOB?a seasoned construction manager with decades of site leadership experience?this definitive guide demystifies the process and provides the tools, templates, and insights you need to succeed.
Inside you'll discover:
- A clear breakdown of the MCIOB eligibility routes?including academic, NVQ, experienced practitioner, and international options
- A detailed, real-world guide to preparing and writing your Professional Review using the STAR method
- Insider advice on navigating interviews, responding to referrals, and presenting your competence with confidence
- Real-life case studies from professionals who have successfully achieved MCIOB, with tips you can apply immediately
- Templates, trackers, planning tools, and mentorship guidance to keep you focused and organised throughout your journey
- Expert explanations of the three CIOB competency areas: Occupational Competence, Management Competence, and Commitment to Professionalism
Whether you hold a construction degree, an NVQ, or have risen through the ranks with hands-on experience, this book offers actionable guidance tailored to your route. It empowers you to reflect on your leadership, showcase your judgement, and present your achievements in a way that resonates with CIOB assessors.
Perfect for:
- Site managers, project managers, and contracts leads preparing for MCIOB
- Construction professionals seeking recognition for their experience
- International applicants wanting to align with UK professional standards
- Employers, mentors, and team leaders supporting staff through the chartership process
- Anyone who wants a trusted, plain-English resource to navigate the CIOB journey from start to finish
Backed by real project insight, modern leadership examples, and an author who's walked the same path, Becoming a Chartered Construction Manager (MCIOB) is not just a guidebook?it's a career-changing companion.
Get chartered. Get recognised. Lead with confidence.
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Godson Akinsanya MCIOB is a Chartered Construction Manager, author, and the founder of BrightBrand Digital. With over two decades of hands-on experience managing residential and infrastructure projects across the United Kingdom, Godson has worked with some of the industry's most respected names?including Taylor Wimpey, Barratt Homes, Linden Homes, Bovis Homes, Cala Homes, and Crest Nicholson.
A proud member of the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), he holds advanced qualifications including SMSTS, NEBOSH, and an NVQ Level 6 Diploma in Construction Contracting Operations Management. His practical knowledge spans traditional, modular, and timber-frame builds, with a sharp focus on quality, leadership, digital transformation, and site efficiency.
Through his bestselling books and toolkits, Godson empowers professionals and aspiring leaders across the construction industry with real-world insight, modern management strategies, and downloadable templates that work on live sites. His writing style is warm, human, and grounded in experience?bridging the gap between site operations and smart digital practice.
When he's not writing or developing resources, Godson mentors young professionals, contributes to innovation projects, and leads Hydeas Technology Ltd, a digital innovation company based in Cambridge, UK, and Lagos, Nigeria.