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Alex Pearsall appointed President of the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors
4 Sept 25
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press release
Turner & Townsend Associate Director Alexandra Pearsall has been appointed President of the Chartered Institution of Civil Engineering Surveyors (CICES), becoming the youngest person to hold the position in the institution’s history.
Alex officially took on the role at the CICES Annual General Meeting earlier this month, marking the third year of a structured four-year leadership pathway. This journey includes successive one-year terms as Vice President, Senior Vice President, President and concludes with Immediate Past President.
A Fellow of the institution and a highly experienced quantity surveyor, Alex has contributed to major programmes including HS2, Heathrow Airport, London 2012 Olympics and the Tottenham Court Road station upgrade. She has also contributed to the profession through her work as a CICES review examiner and member of the Council of Management.
Her presidential theme, Shaping the Future of Construction, builds on the work of her predecessors by incorporating three core pillars: addressing the skills gap, embracing digital transformation and fostering a positive industry culture.
“I’m proud to take on this role and give back to an industry that has shaped my career.
My focus will be on creating meaningful change by listening to our members and working collaboratively across the sector.
By building on the themes of digital, collaboration and education from previous presidents, I hope to help make our industry more futureproof and impactful.”
Alex Pearsall
Associate Director
Turner & Townsend
“Alex’s appointment is a testament to her leadership, expertise and passion for the industry.
Her vision for shaping the future of construction aligns closely with our values at Turner & Townsend and we’re excited to support her as she takes on this influential role.”
James Corrigan
Managing Director, Infrastructure, UK
Turner & Townsend
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