• Maine highway consultant says ‘opportunities are endless’ in construction

  By Jennifer Goodman • April 12, 2023

  Heather Groves tells women in the industry to develop a robust support network. Read the full article ➔

• How a theater background helped set the stage for a career in construction

  By Jennifer Goodman • Feb. 15, 2023

  Bulley & Andrews’ Dana Erdman embraces technology as well as diversity in her dual roles at the Chicago-based construction firm. Read the full article ➔

• Phoenix-area project engineer says ‘no two days are alike’ in construction

  By Jennifer Goodman • Jan. 12, 2023

  ICON’s Kathy Gilmore has worked on a range of projects including institutional, museums and affordable housing. Read the full article ➔

• Jacobs project manager helped bring $2.5B NY transit project in on time

  By Jennifer Goodman • Dec. 15, 2022

  Eva Chan Hu has had many roles on the Long Island Rail Road third-track expansion project since it began in 2018. Read the full article ➔

• What this Kitchell exec loves about preconstruction

  By Jennifer Goodman • Nov. 17, 2022

  Over her 18-year career in healthcare and higher ed construction, Julie Garcia has learned the importance of sweating the details and fixing problems early.  Read the full article ➔

• Truebeck project exec thinks like an owner

  By Jennifer Goodman • Sept. 7, 2022

  Jessica Mills brings a unique perspective to the Sacramento, California-area jobs she leads. Read the full article ➔

• Webcor exec rotated through a range of roles to achieve her latest promotion

  By Jennifer Goodman • July 6, 2022

  The senior vice president of planning urges other women in the industry to think long term and “bring their authentic voices to the table.” Read the full article ➔

• 'Be so good they can't deny you,' GC tells other women in construction

  By Jennifer Goodman • June 1, 2022

  Christina Oden has helped build some of New York City's most high-profile entertainment venues, including The Playboy Club and 1 Oak. Read the full article ➔

• Skanska VDC engineer champions tech solutions

  By Jennifer Goodman • May 11, 2022

  Samiha Shakil's duties have included BIM coordination at a LaGuardia Airport renovation and laser scanning on a large-scale hospital project. Read the full article ➔

• Project manager embraces bridge construction's 'high stakes'

  By Jennifer Goodman • April 7, 2022

  Abby Redditt of BELL Construction relished the chance to manage a major accelerated bridge project in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Read the full article ➔

• Rudolph & Sletten project exec says women in construction can 'pave their own way'

  By Jennifer Goodman • March 2, 2022

  Kelli Quinn talks about the importance of finding a mentor, why she chose construction as a career and her favorite projects. Read the full article ➔

• DPR manager's advice to women in construction: 'Be yourself'

  By Jennifer Goodman • Feb. 2, 2022

  A proponent of lean construction methods, Taylor Ruth Fowler says collaboration and a shared vision are the keys to a successful project. Read the full article ➔

• Clark exec urges new workers to view career climb as a 'jungle gym instead of a ladder'

  By Jennifer Goodman • Dec. 1, 2021

  With nearly 25 years in the industry, Andree Yaap has worked on several major healthcare projects in the Washington, D.C., region. Read the full article ➔

• Advice from a female superintendent: 'Be assertive'

  By Jennifer Goodman • Nov. 3, 2021

  Adolfson & Peterson's Beth Butler says women in construction should speak up and not be afraid to ask a lot of questions. Read the full article ➔

• Shawmut executive takes the lead on complex projects

  By Jennifer Goodman • Oct. 6, 2021

  Building on a two-decade career in construction, Mary Mahany leads her team to create a shared vision for the built environment. Read the full article ➔

• Construction exec helps other women find their way to careers in the industry

  By Jennifer Goodman • Sept. 8, 2021

  Kelley Cowan, director of XL Construction's Sacramento Region office, talks about the plentiful job opportunities in construction. Read the full article ➔

• Allison Otto takes the helm of family-owned California firm

  By Jennifer Goodman • Aug. 11, 2021

  Her appointment to CEO of Otto Construction makes it one of the largest woman-operated commercial contractors in Northern California.  Read the full article ➔

• Project manager's advice to young women in construction: 'Just do it'

  By Jennifer Goodman • July 15, 2021

  Sarah Jimenez talks about her career trajectory and leading the construction of a $19 million addiction treatment center in Portland, Oregon.  Read the full article ➔

• Former Trump Organization executive advocates for women in construction

  By Jennifer Goodman • May 4, 2021

  Attitudes and opportunities have improved since she started in the industry in 1971, but Barbara Res said much work still needs to be done to make women feel welcome and valued. Read the full article ➔

• Women tradesworkers overcome bullying, harassment to make their way in construction

  By Joe Bousquin • March 10, 2021

  Making the trades better for women takes leadership from the top, according to sheet metal worker and advocate Vanessa Carman. Read the full article ➔