Women in Design and Construction

"A woman is like a tea bag—you can’t tell how strong she is until you put her in hot water.”?– Eleanor Roosevelt

Probably the first things that come to mind when you think of a construction site are the equipment, such as a hard hat, safety goggles, and large machinery. Who do you envision using each of these tools? You probably envision a group of men assuming the helm. Although this may be a widespread belief, it is not a lasting one.

This enormous gender disparity is explained by a number of factors, including unconscious gender bias, a lack of appropriate training, and the unfavorable views of women working in the construction industry. Women continue to carve their own paths in business despite these obstacles.

And the gender ratio in the contemporary building sector is steadily improving.

Roles women can take in Design and Construction Industry

Although nothing is impossible for women, there are some recommendations based on current trends and market requirements:

Building Information Modeling (BIM):

• BIM Manager
• BIM Coordinator
• BIM Modeler
• BIM Developer
• VDC Specialist
• BIM Software Expert (Autodesk, Bentley etc.)

Construction Professional (CP):

• Project Manager
• Project Coordinator
• Construction Estimator
• Construction Technician
• PMO Specialist
• PM Software Expert (Primavera, MsProject etc.)

Suggestion for Construction Companies

To completely integrate women into the construction industry, much work remains to be done. Companies must recognize and eradicate gender bias from their workplace cultures, create training programs and regional mentorship groups that are tailored to the needs of women, include more women in the hiring process, and support women in becoming role models for other women. Schools and educational programs need to emphasize the value of construction jobs for women and young girls so that they can see the industry as a feasible career path.

Conclusion

In the male-dominated construction business, women who exhibit strong work ethics, assertiveness skills, and clear boundaries are very successful. Women in the construction industry would do well to develop qualities like attention to detail, negotiation prowess, emotional intelligence, and organizational skills to increase their chances of having a highly lucrative and fruitful job! Women in the building industry are continuing to demonstrate their aptitude and progress into management and even company ownership.

In the construction business, women can work in any position. To join a competitive and dangerous field like construction, women must have access to resources that address their specific needs in the business. Fortunately, groups and businesses are working harder to promote women within their ranks and inform young women of the advantages of a career in the sector. Many organizations are working to advance more women into leadership roles, and those who are already employed in the field are serving as role models for the next generation.