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March is Women's History Month and is a time to celebrate the incredible achievements of women across various fields, including those who have broken barriers in industries traditionally dominated by men. In the construction sector, one standout figure is Emily Roebling, known for her pivotal role in the completion of the Brooklyn Bridge. Emily Roebling stepped into a key management role in the construction of the Brooklyn Bridge when her husband, Washington Roebling, the chief engineer, became incapacitated. With no formal training in civil engineering, she taught herself the necessary skills and effectively managed the project to completion in 1883. Her work not only proved that women could excel in engineering and construction but also laid the groundwork for future generations of women in these fields. Today, women continue to make strides in construction, a field where they once were rarely seen. From leading large construction firms to innovating in green building and sustainable design, women are reshaping the industry. Celebrating Women's History Month allows us to acknowledge and appreciate the groundbreaking contributions of women like Emily Roebling, whose perseverance and intelligence have paved the way for future generations of women in construction and engineering. #WomensHistoryMonth #WomenInConstruction #Trailblazer #EmilyRoebling #EngineeringExcellence #WomenInSTEM #BreakingBarriers #ConstructionIndustry #FemaleLeadership #EmpowermentInConstruction

“Education is the pathway to equity,” — Deryl McKissack McKissack and McKissack is committed to building safer, healthier, more connected schools. Check out this recent feature of our president and CEO Deryl in BizWomen and learn more about our work. #BizWomen #EquityinEducation https://lnkd.in/eFiSHhA4

Construction Dive put out a great list of women leading the charge in the construction industry. Take the time to read their stories to learn how they're making a difference with what they do. https://lnkd.in/gubMNS-9 #wicweek #wicweek2024 #wicweek24 #womeninconstruction #womeninconstructionweek

#wicweek2024 // It's Women in Construction Week! AND #internationalwomensday! 🔦 Meet Jessica Andryske, Senior Project Manager! ❔ What led you to a career in construction? 💭 As a child I was always curious on how things were put together. I would take things apart to find out how they worked and would help my dad with odds and ends home repair. That curiosity led me into Engineering. Through intro classes to engineering I learned about the Construction Engineering branch of the department and the rest was history.  ❔ How do we ensure women continue to be represented in our industry? Exposure and awareness. I never knew there was such a thing as Construction Engineering until that Freshman year college class. Getting into the schools early and highlighting the many career paths within construction is key - although the physical trades are very important and that representation needs improvement, I think it is important for young girls/women to know that physical labor / work is not the only option in Construction - it ranges from management, supervision, legal, accounting, human resources, safety, risk management/insurance, estimating, computer graphics/design... the list goes on of the opportunities within our industry!! ❔What makes you proud to work in the construction industry? The tangible results - physical construction & lasting connections. Driving down the street and seeing all of our hard work that has paid off. Being part of teams that are working together for a common goal.The many people from vast array of areas/industries/backgrounds that become peers and friends. The network that has grown and continued crossing of paths within the industry that helps support each other.   💭 On working motherhood: While on vacation, I couldn't miss an important meeting. At the time of the meeting was a scheduled reptile show that I was taking my daughter to. I couldn't let either down, so I put in my airpods and quietly chimed in when needed. At the time of this picture, I did have people talking to me in the meeting and although there was a delay to my response, I was still able to show my daughter that the alligator wasn't scary. I did apologize to the team for the delay and explained that I was busy holding an alligator - which led to laughter and having to share the picture to prove that I wasn't making it up. #women #construction #developingpeople #transformingcommunities

In continuation of celebrating Women's History Month, please meet Deanna Craig, one of Jezerinac Group, PLLC's Engineers! Learn more about her thoughts on the beauty of intersecting art and math in structural engineering. #WhatsOnTheInsideMatters

It's #womeninconstruction week! Construction Dive has just published our Construction Champions page, honoring 31 exceptional women leaders in the industry. Read about them here: #construction #womeninbusiness https://lnkd.in/eJqZYWWG

I loved this spotlight and the thoughful insight from Tina! Quick read with some candid useful takeaways for companies looking to attract and retain more talent in the construction and building materials industry.

Ahead of International Women's Day here is a great article from Construction Dive on 31 female's excelling in their fields in the industry. It's great to see a new batch of Role Models for the next generation of Females who will be joining the Construction Industry. https://lnkd.in/gubMNS-9

WONDER WOMEN: Women in Construction and Family Business... can be challenging and filled with opportunities! 💜 📸 My son and I, I was on a work trip in the early 2000s while in my family business - Donald A Gardner Architects. Metal Construction News article: Wonder Women ~ Three women who excel at the family business. https://lnkd.in/eGwhBiGM If you are a woman in construction working in your family business, you will love this article. Also, for others, they list out eight WOMEN's Organizations that you can get involved in. #wicorganizations AWMI - Association Of Women In The Metal Industries - International CAWIC - Canadian Association of Women in Construction The National Association of Black Women In Construction National Association of Women in Construction Professional Women In Construction - Philadelphia Chapter Women Builders Council National WCOE Women Construction Owners and Executives USA Women in Residential + Commercial Construction - or start your group. ☺️ The three women they highlight: Monica Mittel Sherri Miles Grace McGregor Kramer Few things they share: (I understand completely) 👷🏻♀️ Proving themselves 👷🏻♀️ It's more than a job - getting involved in associations and community 👷🏻♀️ Share advice for the next generation ~ "Be thankful. Be excited. Be ready." Miles. "Construction is a tremendous industry for women." McGregor Kramer. "Barriers are meant to be broken." Murphy-Mittel Family Business stats: Fortune ✔️ 87% of American Biz are Family-owned or controlled. ✔️ They represent 54% of the US GDP & 59% of employment. More facts: Cornell SC Johnson College of Business 40% of US Family biz transfer to 2nd generation, 13% are passed down to 3rd and only 3% to 4th generation. (This topic is for another day but is critical stat). I can't find a stat on how many of the construction sector businesses are considered family-owned and/or controlled. If you know, please share. 👇🏻 📝 Written by Marcy Marro 🗺️ Christi Powell (my peer) Knows how much I love family business topics, and she forwarded this article to me. Let's ALL continue to collaborate and do our part to feel valued and worthy at our workplace. 🎉 #familybusiness #constructionlife #familyowned #familylegacy Hill Electric Company, Inc Women Talk Construction Donald A Gardner Architects

Join the conversation with women leaders in construction on sustaining South Florida's future! 🏗️ Hear from experts like Anna Caruso on how AI is revolutionizing the industry. Check it out here: https://okt.to/FrJw0p