Women Didn’t Avoid Construction. Construction Defined Them Out.
From census categories to apprenticeship gates, the industry didn’t just skew male but was structured to make women invisible.
Carina Wright Doesn’t Just Solve Problems – She Shows You What Else Is Possible
One woman’s story of building a career on curiosity, community and showing colleagues another way.
The State of Women in Construction: What the Data Says in 2026
Women now make up a larger share of the construction workforce than ever. But skilled trades, safety and retention still lag.
Building a Career in Construction: Mara Horn’s Journey to Leadership
From a determined young laborer to a construction manager overseeing multi-million-dollar projects, Mara Horn’s journey proves that perseverance and passion can break barriers in a male-dominated industry
Wonder Woman with a Wrench: How One Plumber Is Rewiring the Future for Girls
Judaline Cassidy, a veteran New York City plumber, is helping girls break into the skilled trades through her nonprofit, Tools & Tiaras
Line by Line: How a Night Owl Built Her Career on the Roads
Maine-based line striping specialist Kailyn Braddock shares how late nights, hard lessons and serious hustle helped her build a career on her own terms
Emily Warren Roebling: The Trailblazing Woman Behind the Brooklyn Bridge’s Construction
Warren Roebling’s remarkable leadership on the Brooklyn Bridge challenged 19th-century norms and left a lasting mark on engineering history
Jessica Bjork-Madrigal on Leadership, Integrity and the Future of Women in Construction
Jessica Bjork-Madrigal, vice president and co-owner of Bjork Construction, shares her journey in the construction industry, leadership insights and how integrity and respect drive success in a male-dominated field
Breaking Barriers: Women’s Pivotal Role in Transforming Construction During World War II
Women shattered stereotypes and transformed the construction industry during World War II, paving the way for a more inclusive future
Breaking Barriers: Celebrating the Legacy and Future of Women in Construction
From historic trailblazers to modern innovators, explore how women have broken barriers in construction and paved the way for a more inclusive industry
A Rising Star in AEC
Interview with engineer Katie Wood of Turner Construction
