There’s been a lot of talk recently about women’s participation in the construction industry to help with the lingering labor shortage. Like most things these days though, it’s complicated. One question the industry can’t avoid … about What Does Future Hold for Women in Construction?
Women in Construction
9 Women Construction Leaders Share Their Best Career Advice
Jobsite spoke to nine construction leaders who are paving the way for future generations of women in the building industry. The women, who range from a project manager to CEO, offer sage advice for women of … about 9 Women Construction Leaders Share Their Best Career Advice
Building Gender Equality into Construction Industry
A new report from the University of NSW Sydney researchers has investigated why large construction companies are failing to attract, retain and support the progression of women professionals and what they can do about it. … about Building Gender Equality into Construction Industry
Inspiring Construction Careers Through STEM
When Nancy Novak was a young girl, she would often accompany her father, a construction superintendent, to his job sites. Those visits sparked her interest in pursuing a career in the field where she has … about Inspiring Construction Careers Through STEM
Women’s Talents Shine at the 2018 NAWIC Awards
Whether they are working on-site or working behind the scenes to deliver inspired design or cutting-edge community engagement practices, this year’s National Association of Women in Construction Awards for Excellence show just how influential female … about Women’s Talents Shine at the 2018 NAWIC Awards
Women in Construction: The Story is Much Longer Than You Think
While the March observance of National Women's History Month, was born in the late 1800s out of worker revolts against the conditions in factories, women's grievances at that time mirrored what women working on early construction … about Women in Construction: The Story is Much Longer Than You Think
In the Company of Women – How and Why Pepper Construction is Hiring More Women
Jake Pepper says it’s nothing new for Pepper Construction Group to support and promote women. 30% of Pepper’s employees, both field and office staff, are women. That’s more than triple the percentage of U.S. women … about In the Company of Women – How and Why Pepper Construction is Hiring More Women
HITT Plans for New Direction by Appointing “Change-Agent” Kim Roy CEO
Kim Roy—who, with her promotion to CEO on December 13, 2017, has become the first non-family member to lead HITT Contracting in its 80-year history as well as the only woman currently in this role … about HITT Plans for New Direction by Appointing “Change-Agent” Kim Roy CEO
Two Female Bricklayers Build Solid Careers
For both of them, it started with a flyer. Jacqueline Townsend was in an unemployment office in the fall of 2004 after she had lost a job as a telemarketer. She saw a Chicago Women … about Two Female Bricklayers Build Solid Careers
Women in BIM
An architect by background, Australian-born Rebecca de Cicco developed a passion for technology – and for building information modelling (BIM) – while working in London. In the process, she became aware of the under-representation of … about Women in BIM
