If you're preparing for the CIOB Professional Review — the final stage to become a Chartered Member (MCIOB) — ensuring that your documentation is complete and well-prepared is critical to your success.

This review is your opportunity to demonstrate your competence, experience, ethics, and professional development in line with the Chartered Institute of Building’s standards.

Below is a comprehensive list of all the documents you need to submit for the CIOB Professional Review — along with tips on what each one should include.

1. Professional Review Application Form

✔ Complete the official form provided by CIOB
✔ Includes your:

• Personal details

• CIOB membership number

• Route to chartership (Academic or Experience-Based)

? Ensure all sections are filled in clearly and truthfully.

2. Career Summary (CV or Resume)

✔ A detailed CV that outlines your:

• Job titles

• Employment history (dates, roles, responsibilities)

• Projects and achievements

• Education and qualifications

? Must show progression, breadth of experience, and alignment with construction management roles.

3. Professional Review Report (Main Submission)

✔ This is the core document of your review
✔ Must demonstrate your competence across 8 CIOB competency areas:

? Use the STAR method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) for each example
? Typically 3–5 pages total

4. CPD (Continuing Professional Development) Record

✔ Log of all relevant training, learning, and development over the last 2–3 years

Include:

• Seminars, workshops, webinars

• Technical courses

• Certifications (e.g., SMSTS, H&S, BIM)

• Reading journals, attending CIOB events

? Format: Table with date, topic, provider, and hours

5. Ethics Statement / Code of Conduct Declaration

✔ Sign and submit the CIOB Declaration of Ethical Conduct
✔ Confirms your understanding of and compliance with CIOB's professional and ethical standards

? Usually included in the application form or as a separate downloadable form

6. Referee Statement (Optional but Recommended)

✔ Provide 1–2 referees who:

• Have known you professionally for at least 1 year

• Can verify your work experience and competencies

• Ideally hold CIOB Membership , FCIOB, or are senior in your organisation

? Referees may be contacted by CIOB to confirm your claims

7. Supporting Evidence (If Applicable)

Optional but strongly encouraged. Include:

• Project charts or Gantt charts you created

• Risk assessments or reports you authored

• Contracts, planning documents, or site photos (if allowed)

? Attach as appendices and refer to them in your main report

8. Submission Checklist

Before submitting:

• ✅ All 8 competencies addressed

• ✅ CV matches the experience cited in your report

• ✅ CPD record is current and relevant

• ✅ Report follows STAR method and is clear

• ✅ All documents merged or named clearly (as per CIOB instructions)

? Submit via the CIOB Professional Review Portal or as instructed in your candidate pack

What Happens After Submission?

1. CIOB reviews your documents

2. You may be contacted for clarification or supporting evidence

3. Decision usually within 6–10 weeks

4. If successful, you will be awarded MCIOB status

Summary: Documents Required for CIOB Professional Review

Need Help?

? Request a Professional Review template or competency guide
? Get help reviewing your CV or CPD log
? Ask for a STAR-based report writing sample