 As Women in Construction Week comes to a close, we wanted to take a moment to reflect on the amazing progress of recognition of women in the industry.
National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) launched the idea of Women in Construction Week as a way to bring visibility to women working in construction. WIC Week supports NAWIC's core purpose: "To enhance the success of women in the construction industry." In the early years WIC Week was mainly promoted and supported by the more than 100 local NAWIC chapters across the US. Today WIC Week is celebrated by just about everyone in the industry. :Less than 5 years ago, it would be rare to see a LinkedIn post from anyone other than NAWIC acknowledging WIC Week. Wow, have times changes. This past week, LinkedIn and Facebook were flooded with social medial posts from some of the largest General Contractors in the US, such as The Walsh Group, Mortenson, Gilbane, Barton Malow and more highlighting the women who work in their organizations with photos, personal success stories and testimonials. And it wasn't just large contractors; regional mid-size general contractors, specialty contractors and suppliers all showcased the women in their organizations. Partner association such as ABC and AGC added their considerable social media presence to the mis as well as companies such as Procore. And all NAWIC chapters stepped up their game this year with great events celebrating all week long. Why is this so important? Because there is so much opportunity in the industry, yet women only comprise 9% of the construction workforce. The looming labor shortage in the industry makes it imperative that we find a way to attract and retain women. Highlighting the success of women across many aspects of the industry is a great way to start. Continued efforts to encourage girls high school age and younger are vital as well. NCCER's Build Your Future campaign, Camp NAWIC and MAGIC Camp and Women in Trades outreach activities are all working to ensure the next generation sees a career in construction as a viable option. Let's continue to celebrate the amazing women who build! Rewritten with permission by Constructing Opportunities https://www.constructingopportunity.com/
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"Construction has traditionally been a male-dominated industry but offers family-sustaining careers for women as well. The challenge construction firms has been to show women the opportunities that are available to them and to demonstrate that they have company cultures that are inclusive and supportive. In honor of Women in Construction Week (March 4-10), The Milwaukee Business Journal recently assembled a panel of experts to explore what construction companies are doing to educate women about the opportunities in the construction industry today and to create career pathways for them." Check out this Special Edition article from the March 2, 2018 Milwaukee Business Journal. Table of Experts speak about the opportunities and challenges for women in construction. Moderator: NAWIC member Dawn Flitz, Milwaukee, Chapter 105 Vice President 
In honor of Women in Construction week, we salute Emily Warren Roebling, perhaps the first female project manager in the U.S. Emily took over supervision of the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge when her husband became ill. #nawic #womeninconstruction #WICWeek2018 #NAWICMWRWICWeek2018 Post by Peggy Newquist, Principal at Constructing Opportunity, LLC and member of the Chicago Metro Chapter #325   This week, March 4 through 10, the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) is celebrating their annual Women in Construction (WIC) Week. Follow this link to a great article published by BuiltWorlds.
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