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Choosing your company member descriptor/designation

Which title best describes your company, and how should you use it?

Helen Patel

Senior Business Development Manager

Last updated: 19th July 2024

As a CIOB Company Member, you have the opportunity to personalise and enhance your membership at every stage, including how you are described. By choosing from one of four descriptors/designations based on the services you offer and how you operate, you can showcase your company's strengths and expertise.

These descriptors can play a crucial role in your marketing materials and documents, helping you to attract new clients and customers. Your CIOB designation can be a valuable asset when bidding on projects, submitting tenders, or crafting proposals. By highlighting your company's specialities and depth of experience, you can set yourself apart from the competition and capture the interest of potential clients.

Which title best describes your company? 

As a CIOB Company Member, you have the power to shape how your company and its services are presented to clients. With the ability to choose from one of four categories as a Chartered Company Member, you can carefully tailor your promotional material to meet your client's unique needs:

Chartered building companies and Chartered construction management companies have the expertise not only to build projects from the ground up but also provide a variety of construction management services to ensure smooth and successful project completion.

Chartered Building Consultancies and Chartered Construction Management Consultancies excel in managing the design, procurement, and construction processes to ensure that projects are delivered on time and within budget. These consultancies can handle all aspects of the project or focus on specific elements as needed.

Regardless of which category you choose, from building companies to consultancies, CIOB Company Membership is proof of your commitment to delivering high-quality services that exceed clients' expectations.

How can you use your company member Descriptor/Designation?

Once you have chosen your descriptor/ designation, it is important to make the most of it by showcasing it on various company materials. Whether it's on your email signature, business cards, letterhead, or corporate website, displaying your designations can help solidify your credibility and expertise in the eyes of potential clients.

One of the best ways to highlight your CIOB Chartered Company Membership is by including your qualification and personalised designation in your corporate statement of qualifications. This document is essential for anyone bidding on contracts, as it provides a comprehensive overview of your company's capabilities and demonstrates that you have met certain standards of excellence.

By leveraging your CIOB Chartered Company Membership in your marketing materials and bid proposals, you can stand out in a competitive marketplace and show clients that you are a trusted and reliable partner for their projects. So don't be shy about promoting your achievements - your hard work deserves to be recognised and celebrated!