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Posted: March 30, 2018
2018 Women in Construction: Melissa Sierra Senior Associate WSP USA
Name: Melissa Sierra
Postion: Senior Associate
Company: WSP USA
Years in the A/E/C Industry: 17 years
Why the A/E/C Industry? I went to school to be an engineer because I loved math and science. Which allowed me to find a career in the A/E/C industry. I chose this industry because I loved the concept of putting pen to paper then being able to go to the buildings to see my work being built.
Advice/Keys to Success: In this industry you need to be determined and hard working.
Are you aware of the film Hard Hatted woman? If so, what does a film like this mean to you? No, I am not.
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