Rachael Baresh leads BNBuilders’ Special Projects Group.

By RACHAEL BARESH
BNBuilders

In the mid-90s, I was a student at the UW, considering a major in construction management, so I took a job as a student helper in their construction offices to get a taste of the work, where I split my time between jobsites, filing and performing other administrative duties.

One morning, I walked into the trailer as a meeting was starting; a man asked if I was there to make coffee. I was taken aback — while the question was fairly innocuous, the tone of delivery made it clear that I did not belong. As a young woman, this small incident made me wonder if I could be taken seriously in this industry. So, I left the UW to rethink my career options. It took a few years, but I came back to it.

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By JOURNAL STAFF

The National Association of Women in Construction says this year's theme for Women in Construction Week, "Keys to the Future," celebrates the strength and knowledge of women, and the vital role they play in shaping the future of the construction industry.

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By DARLENE SEPTELKA
University of Washington

Women in Construction Week is a time to celebrate and raise awareness of women's contributions to this traditionally male-dominated industry. At the University of Washington, a dynamic cohort of women majoring in construction management within the College of Built Environments are embarking on their journey to enter the construction industry. Their vision, leadership, and determination serve as inspiring examples to other young women considering majoring in CM.

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By MADELINE GELLER
Skanska

The construction industry is evolving. Today, we see more and more women at the forefront of this traditionally male-dominated industry, steering us into a more gender-inclusive future. Since 2010, the number of women in construction across the United States has grown by nearly 53%. While a notable increase, significant barriers remain on the path to a more equitable future, as today women represent just 10.4% of the overall industry.

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By JESSICA PASSMORE
Harts Services

What was once a male-dominated field is now seeing more and more women join, and businesses are eager to have them in their ranks. The skilled trades of plumbing, electrical, and heating and cooling offer a solid career path and are essential to keeping our communities safe and healthy.

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