Professional recognition
ICE Fellowship is internationally recognised as the highest honour for industry professionals. It signals your leadership experience and qualities among your peers, in your role and across your network.
ICE Fellowship is the highest level of membership at the ICE.
What is a Fellow?
Fellowship is for people in senior positions who have made a significant impact in the industry and on society.
Members of the ICE with the title ‘Fellow’ can use the post nominal ‘FICE’ after their names.
It’s a marker of your leadership achievements and ensures that your influence can be recognised worldwide.
Who can become an ICE Fellow?
Members and non-members of the ICE can apply to become an ICE Fellow.
If you're a member, you can apply to upgrade your membership to ICE Fellow if you're currently an Engineering Technician (EngTech), Incorporated Engineer (IEng) or Chartered Engineer Member of the ICE (CEng MICE).
If you’re not currently an ICE Member (MICE), or if you are a Graduate Member (GMICE) or Associate Member (AMICE), you can apply for direct entry as an ICE Fellow.
To become a Fellow, you don't need to have any civil or infrastructure engineering qualifications.
The application criteria are based on your career achievements and responsibilities.
How do you become an ICE Fellow?
To become an ICE Fellow, you need:
- At least two years' experience with senior-level responsibilities.
- To demonstrate your leadership capabilities and impact in the industry.
- A continuing professional development (CPD) plan that details your past training and learning and outlines your future learning objectives.
To help confirm your eligibility, get in touch with your local regional director or international contact.
What are the benefits of becoming an ICE Fellow?
As an ICE Fellow, you’re better equipped for future success.
You’ll have opportunities to network with senior professionals and access to the ICE’s extensive range of resources to develop your skills.
Here are some key benefits of Fellowship:
Shaping industry
Harness your expertise to shape the ICE’s vision and the future of civil and infrastructure engineering.
You will have opportunities to speak at events, contribute to journals, be considered for presidency, and join the ICE Policy Fellows network to advance its policy initiatives.
Lifelong learning
Explore our ICE Knowledge Hub for personalised CPD, training, and thought leadership to enhance your expertise.
Access the world’s largest civil engineering library in-person and online, and stay updated on industry trends through publications like New Civil Engineer and our Civil Engineering Journal.
Connections and community
Engage with your regional team for Fellows network activities and contribute to professional enrichment programmes, while connecting with ICE’s global network of engineers to help influence and shape society.
Additionally, explore opportunities to get involved with the ICE through our volunteering hub.
Wellbeing and rewards
Receive personalised support through the ICE Benevolent Fund and access wellbeing resources via our dedicated portal.
If you’ve been a member for five years or more, you and your dependent family members are entitled to lifetime support. Plus, enjoy exclusive discounts and offers from a wide range of brands and retailers through ICE Rewards.
Hear from our current ICE Fellows
Find out what it means to be an ICE Fellow from some of our existing members:
Ms Jing Jin FICE
Mott MacDonald
Programme Management and Business Transformation Lead
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Ms Jing Jin FICE
Being among a handful of female fellows at ICE Hong Kong is one of the most significant recognitions in my career. I'm determined to inspire a new generation of young female students to pursue careers in engineering. I firmly believe that diversity is the key to unlock greater innovation within the industry and we should build a future where inclusivity and different perspectives drive progress."
Andy Wong CEng FICE
Kapitol Group
Innovation Manager
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Andy Wong CEng FICE
Not only has being a Fellow of the ICE recognised my professional status and contributions in the industry, it has also enabled myself to further lead the betterment of the society and engineering profession, particularly the younger generations, through embracing innovation and technologies."
Brittany Harris FICE
Qualis Flow Limitied
CEO
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Brittany Harris FICE
It can feel scary and intimidating taking on roles that others of your age, gender, race, or background haven't previously held. However, I was taught at a young age to feel the fear and do it anyway. The worst thing that can happen is that you get rejected, which in itself is a fantastic opportunity to learn and improve.
The industry is changing rapidly around us. Diversity of thought is essential to the future of our profession, so it's great to see that there are women and other underrepresented groups making an impact.
Dr Ghassan Nounu FICE
University of the West of England
Programme Leader
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Dr Ghassan Nounu FICE
What a prestige to be a Fellow of the ICE which is a recognition of my knowledge, skills and experience.
It gives me a platform to work with other experienced professionals in addition to the valuable resources of the ICE. This is why the ICE membership is a must to any practicing civil engineer.
My passion to find solutions to challenges lead me to a career in civil engineering. Having enjoyed the work of design and construction in my early career as a professional civil engineer I spent the last 34 years in academia out of my passion to research on new ideas and pass the knowledge to the future engineers.
It is great to see that my knowledge, skills and experience were recognised by my peers and the ICE through the award of the ICE Fellowship. It gives me a platform to work with and learn from other experienced professionals who share common values and ambitions.
In addition to these benefits, my membership to the ICE gives me access to valuable resources, seminars and technical meetings that keep me up to date with the latest developments in the field worldwide.
In my view the membership to the ICE is a must have to any practicing civil engineer."
Caroline Field FICE
PA Consulting
Partner
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Caroline Field FICE
It feels really significant for me personally to have achieved Fellowship of the institution. I joined the civil engineering profession back in the ‘90s when there were no female role models, and I was one of a handful of female graduates. I have always felt the need to be technically excellent in my field to receive respect from my male colleagues.
Being a pioneer can be uncomfortable for myself and others. Challenging behaviours and expectations is never easy, particularly as I became more senior. I am passionate about creating equitable, more sustainable and resilient societies and I want to start by giving back to the engineering profession through supporting women in engineering, mentoring and through my Resilient Women Leaders programme."
How long does it take?
From when you apply, you should get your results within six to seven weeks.
We are always updating our key dates and deadlines, so please check them.
How much does it cost?
When you register for the first time on the Fellowship portal, you'll need to pay an application fee and an annual subscription fee.
If you’re already a member, you'll pay the application fee and the difference between the annual subscription fee for your current grade of membership and the Fellow grade.
If you're on a reduced income, you may be eligible for a reduced subscription rate.
How to apply
Applying is easy, just follow these five steps:
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Preparation
Read the Fellowship Application Guidance and contact your regional director or international contact to tell them you'd like to apply.
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Sponsors
Identify and contact your sponsors. Don't forget to share our Fellowship sponsor guidance document with them.
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Your CV and attributes
Prepare your CV, written in the first person, and identify which attributes you can best demonstrate (up to a maximum of three from March 2025).
Your CV must fit on a maximum of four A4 sides.
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Organisation chart, DAP and CPD
Include an organisation chart for your current role and consider if you want to include other charts to strengthen your application (maximum two additional charts).
Your DAP should be from the date of your application and not the calendar year.
Ensure your Development Action Plan (DAP) and your CPD records are up-to-date.
Your CPD records should be for the current year and two previous years, with each year showing at least 30 hours of learning.
You'll need to show a detailed breakdown of your learning and development, with evidence of activities that go beyond usual training courses. -
Submit
Submit your application via the portal and share your final documents with your sponsors.
Ready to apply?
Ready to join the highest grade of membership with the ICE and showcase your wealth of knowledge to industry peers? Start your application below and we will guide you every step of the way.
Looking for support?
For those looking to find out how to apply for ICE Fellow or upgrade their current membership status, our knowledgeable team is on standby to help you every step of the way.