Why join fbe?
About fbe
The Faculty of Building has formed the fbe as a leading organisation promoting a forum for the property, development, construction and infrastructure industries.
Professionals engaged in the built environment choose to be members of fbe to help them build contacts and develop effective relationships and business opportunities. Some become fellows of the Faculty of Building and engage further in organising events and initiatives hosting a wide range of Branch, Regional and National events, ranging from breakfast networking with world-class speakers in attendance to an inter-regional sporting competition.
They hold seminars addressing important industry issues, social and recreational events and activities as well as hosting clients and colleagues at major Branch dinner events and award ceremonies. Membership at branch level further assists in the development of business relationships, making new acquaintances and contributing to the construction sector community.
Why join fbe?
Today we have members nationwide from a wide variety of backgrounds - multinational construction companies, cost consultants, architects and designers, property developers, engineers, planners and consultants, legal & financial specialists and other service professionals.
Members choose fbe because:
Fbe is the largest independent built environment networking association.
We provide a consistent and popular programme of national and local events.
Each member receives access to a series of free events throughout the year with influential speakers from the industry. Offering a welcoming social scene which enables you to network successfully.
Technical briefings which qualify towards Continuing Professional Development certificates, which may be included in portfolios for other professional institutes and associations.
Invitations to social gatherings providing a more relaxed setting in which to develop contacts and professional recognition.
Access to expert technical and legal advice.
Benefits of membership
A series of free or reduced networking events throughout the year with influential speakers from the industry. Offering a welcoming social scene which enables you to network successfully.
Personal, professional and commercial development opportunities which come from being on the inside track.
Technical briefings which count towards continuing Professional Development Certificates, which may be included in portfolios for other professional institutes and associations.
Invitations to social gatherings providing a more relaxed setting in which to develop contacts and professional recognition.
Access to expert technical and legal advice.
Priority invitation and discounted rates to exclusive and social events organised by your branch plus national events including conferences and dinners.
Access to the Members' Only area of the fbe website, so you can identify and approach fellow professionals where appropriate.
Opportunity to promote your organisation by sponsoring fbe events in your area.
fbe Membership Types
Member (MFB)
Minimum Age: 21 yrs+
Annual Subscription: £190 plus VAT
You must be suitably qualified and/or have relevant experience and work in or for an organisation operating within the Built Environment; for example, construction, consulting, engineering, property, development, etc
FFT Member
Age range: 18 - 30 yrs
Annual Subscription: £90 plus VAT
Forum for tomorrow membership is for people who have just started out in the Construction industry and are new to networking.
Retired members
Minimum Age: 65yrs+
Annual Subscription : £60.00 inc. VAT
To qualify individuals must have been a member or a fellow for a minimum of 5 years.
fbe Membership Criteria
The fbe reserves the right to limit applications within certain disciplines to ensure that we maintain a balanced membership. The membership criteria for the fbe applies to any new applications and is not a retrospective policy. All applications will be approved by a Director of the fbe as designated by the Board and their decision will be final.
The fbe membership year runs from 1st March to 28th February. Membership fees are pro-rata from April to November each membership year. Thereafter members who apply from:
1st December pay for 15 months membership.
1st January 14 months membership.
1st February new members pay for 13 months membership.
This will bring you in line with the fbe membership renewal cycle for the following year. See all our membership types and criteria below:
You are eligible to become a member of the fbe if you work for an organisation engaged in construction, property or development within the built environment; have a recognised professional qualification or can show demonstrable relevant learning.
We welcome applications from throughout the industry, including:
Construction– contractors / subcontractors
Consultants– architects, designers, project managers, surveyors, engineers, and planners. (this list is not exhaustive)
Property- commercial owners, agents, developers, lawyers, investors, Local authorities, and RSLs;
You can be in the middle of your career progression or a Director / Partner in industry. All can gain from membership from graduates up to CEO.
Please note: applications to join the fbe can be processed quicker when they have been supported by an existing member or a member of a branch or regional committee.
All applications to become a fbe member should ideally be supported by an existing member or a member of the local branch committee.
Applications received from individuals in Education and IT or operating in non-core disciplines / 2nd tier suppliers such as product sales, PR, legal, accountancy, insurance and finance and other such disciplines will be subject to approval by the appropriate Regional Director and Branch Chairman (and as such may be subject to a slight delay in processing).
