"To open discussion with other QS's. Useful if I go back into mainstream civil engineering work." Greg Abbott, Tyndale Projects
"Profession contact, development, and furtherance of standards." Richard Harrison, Mouchel Consulting Limited

"ICES offers members the chance to be part of an organisation dedicated to 'civils' as opposed to building or property". Mark Godsell, Amey Highways

"With the support of the Institution, I can progress my knowledge and career, keep up to date with change and make new contacts." Robert Williams, Welsh Water

"Being previously self-employed for many years, professional recognition and training scheme opportunities." Martin Roberts, Utilitec Services Limited

"Being part of a recognised professional body. Being brought up to date with the latest news and technology via the ICES newsletters and publications. Being able to use the ICES as a forum for discussion." John Turner, Harbour & General Works Limited
"A professional institution to which you can ask advice on all civil engineering and survey matters." Anon

As an overseas member, to stay in touch with the profession and, in particular, recent developments in contract administration.
Andrew Sargeant, Hochtief A.G.

I believe that ICES membership is more appropriate to my current role and as such it should be of great benefit to my own personal and professional development.
Simon Jones, Alcatel TAS UK

I joined ICES to improve my knowledge in the field through CPD and by exchanging experiences and information with people of similar background.
San Yee Bai, Kowloon Railway Corporation

ICES is a professional body which is more suitable to the industry I work in. My company is also adopting an ICES training programme.
David Howells, Bachy Soletanche.

I wish to keep up to date with techniques and ideas within the surveying industry, and have recognition within the profession I am part of
William Hook, Babtie Group

The ICES offers a recognised qualification, a monthly journal and other useful services enabling me to keep informed of latest developments as well as giving me the chance to express my views and know the views of other members. I also have the opportunity to take part in events organised by local regions.
Andrew Alder, Bury MBC

The ICES has a well structured training program that will allow me to gain all the necessary skills in order to further my career development.
David Coates, Carillion

Membership of a relevant professional body such as ICES is important to us as surveying contractors to BP.
Peter M Corr, The Robertson Partnership

I hold the ICES members I have met in high esteem. For me, membership of the ICES is essential, both in building my own professional reputation, and in contributing to the maintenance of high standards within my chosen profession.
Eric Cunnison, Edmund Nuttall Limited

I wanted to become a member of the ICES because it is recognised as a professional body within my chosen career path.
Andrew Harris, Jackson Rail

I would like to promote the Institution and to acquire and boost up knowledge about civil engineering and land surveying, and other work which is related to infrastructure, energy and environment.
Claude Lindsay Jolicoeur, Land Surveyor

I am currently working in Africa, on large oil pipelaying contracts. Being able to demonstrate that I have relevant professional qualifications is expecially important to me, and the ICES is a recognised and reputed Institution for Civil Engineering Surveyors, in all respects.
R Srinivasan

The ICES is a recognised professional body that was recommended to me as having been particularly helpful.
Michael Cronin, Ireland

The ICES reflects the requirements of construction professionals, particularly middle management engaged in the construction process - i.e. site-based
Mr A Robinson, W S Atkins Defence Services Ltd

Working with a major contractor, membership of the ICES is an important aid to my professional development.
Alex Green, Costain Ltd

Access to the Institution's knowledge and expertise, quality journal, seminars etc.
Andrew David Hoyle, Costain Limited

To wish to be part of, to strengthen and contribute to the the development of the reputation of the Institution.
Fred Lee Yuen Sang, China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation

I felt the ICES offered the right mix of professional support for my vocation.
Laurence Waterhouse, British Waterways

To be part of and to contribute to a professional body that is relevant to my career.
Trevor Holmes, John Mowlem & Co PLC