2025 Women in Construction: Rebecca Wehrle, PROCON

What is one project or achievement in your career that you are most proud of, and how did it impact your organization or community? The Artisan Hotel in Tuscan Village, my first project after graduating from college, has without a doubt been the most impactful of my career thus far. I was on-site daily for 2+ years where I feel like I gained 5+ years of experience. The scope was challenging & was derived from extremely complex framing & finish details. My involvement in this project has & will continue to pave the way for my career. The Artisan Hotel, being just a piece of what makes up Tuscan Village, has proved to be a huge success for Southern NH communities & I am proud to have been a member of the project team.

Who or what has inspired you most in your career, and what advice would you share with the next generation of women entering the A/E/C industry? My dad is a huge reason I find myself in this industry. As a young kid, I was his shadow. Every Home Depot trip he went on, I went on with him. Every project he was working on, I was there to ask why he was doing it “that way and not this way.” My advice to women thinking of joining the industry: #1. Never be afraid to ask WHY. It’s the most powerful question. #2. You are more than capable of being a part of the A/E/C industry. You may face adversity, but you will grow immensely from it. #3. Step outside your comfort zone often, there is a lot to learn when you challenge yourself.

What’s your favorite way to recharge or get inspired outside of work? I LOVE home renovations projects! It inspires me to continue to absorb as much as I can at work so I

Do you have a hidden talent or a surprising fact about yourself that most people wouldn’t know? I am a CrossFit Level 1 Trainer at a local gym & have been doing CrossFit for 10+ years.