CIOB fellow Ian Brant takes CIC chair

Ian Brant FCIOB has formally taken over as chair of the Construction Industry Council (CIC).

A former CIOB trustee who has served on national and international committees for the institute, Brant was appointed deputy chair of the CIC last year and succeeded Dr Wei Yang as chair on 18 June.

“Following in the footsteps of past CIOB presidents Sir Ian Dixon and Stuart Henderson – both of whom have chaired CIC – it is a tremendous honour to be elected as chair for the 2025-27 term,” he said.

“As a fellow of CIOB, my career has been deeply rooted in the built environment – defined by collaboration, professionalism and integrity. From my early days in quantity surveying to leading consultancy teams and chairing CIOB committees, I have seen first-hand the transformative power of professional standards and shared values in delivering projects that truly make a difference.”

Brant is a director at Brant Construction Quantum Experts, a consultancy specialising in construction dispute avoidance, dispute resolution and drafting expert quantum reports.

“CIC represents the collective voice of our diverse and dynamic member professional institutes and research establishments,” he said. “At a time when the built
environment faces immense challenges and extraordinary opportunities, CIC’s role in uniting our members’ priorities and advocating for a better built environment has never been more crucial.

Brant is keen to engage with CIOB members during his term as chair.

“As I step into this role, I want to speak directly to CIOB members, whose expertise and leadership are essential to the future of our industry,” he said. “Your insight, professionalism and commitment to high standards are precisely what construction needs as we embrace innovation, navigate complexities and strive for a more sustainable and inclusive sector.

“CIOB, as a prominent CIC member, contributes invaluable expertise and leadership at the heart of industrywide decision-making.

“I encourage all CIOB members and CIC stakeholders to engage, collaborate and actively shape our industry’s future. By working together, we can harness our collective expertise, align on shared values and address key priorities with unity and purpose. Together, we will set new benchmarks for excellence, ensuring our industry not only delivers for today but lays the foundation for a thriving, sustainable future that inspires generations to come.”

Yang remains on the CIC Board as deputy chair for a year. She said: “I want to extend my deepest thanks to CEO Graham Watts, incoming chair Ian Brant, the CIC board, CIC staff, member organisations, and our wider network for their unwavering support and shared vision throughout my tenure.

“I also wish Ian every success as chair of CIC over the coming two years. I am confident that his vision, dedication, and leadership will continue to champion the CIC’s spirit of collaboration.”

Brant thanked the outgoing chair of CIC “for her dedicated leadership, thoughtful guidance and tireless commitment to advancing our industry”.

CIC is the representative forum for the professional bodies, research organisations and specialist business associations in the construction industry.