The Construction Industry Training Board is urging more women to consider a career in construction and continue the upward trend

The lack of women in leadership roles is not a pipeline issue, argues Yanmo Adetula. The truth is more nuanced.

A recent survey from Holcim UK is shedding light on women’s experiences in construction and the opportunities for employers to unlock untapped leadership potential.

Anna Rzepczynski, founder of WeBuildToo, outlines the action the construction industry must take to address gender inequality and create a fairer, more inclusive future for the entire workforce.

In her latest column, Desiree Blamey from the Considerate Constructors Scheme explains how the new Construction for Women National Site Standard works

Wates Group and Premiership Women’s Rugby have extended their partnership to continue promoting inclusion and equal opportunity in both the built environment and elite sport.

Training provider Women in Construction: The Power Within Her has developed a new programme for women working in the built environment sector.

A recent roundtable event brought together leaders from the built environment and women’s rugby to challenge gender misconceptions and promote inclusion in both sectors.

Balfour Beatty has shared its plans to encourage more women into the trade occupations needed to deliver the Lower Thames Crossing.

Think Circle, The Coders Guild and the West of England Combined Authority have joined forces to launch the Women in Leadership initiative.

The Home Builders Federation (HBF) has launched its seventh cohort of the Women into Home Building programme. 

Seddon is encouraging construction employers to create workplaces supportive of breastfeeding women coming back to work.

Progress remains slow when it comes to creating a clear pathway for women into management and leadership in construction.

Almost a third of female construction workers have been sexually assaulted in the workplace, according to a new survey from trade union Unite.

Construction needs inclusive leaders, but everyone has a role to play in driving positive change.

The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has announced the shortlist for the Top 100 Most Influential Women in Construction Awards 2025.  

When women step away from work to have children, we often speak about what the industry loses. But we should also ask what it gains when they return.

IPAF’s Women in Powered Access initiative is building a network of mentors and mentees across the industry, providing invaluable support and guidance for women throughout their careers. Here, three participants share their experience.