What do you wish more women knew about the opportunities available in the construction industry today? There are endless opportunities and truly a space for everyone. From the office positions to out in the field, there is always room for growth.
What current or recently completed project, accomplishment or initiative are you most excited about, and why does it matter for your team, clients or community? The most exciting project that Auburn has completed for me is Brockton Hospital fire restoration and renovation.
Advice for women starting their careers: I encourage women beginning their careers to be intentional about finding mentors and advocates. Ask questions and seek feedback (which is hard!). Construction is built on relationships
What current or recently completed project, accomplishment or initiative are you most excited about, and why does it matter for your team, clients or community? One recently completed project I’m most excited about is the expansive exterior and interior renovation for Holy Cross
Emerging challenge or opportunity ahead: The construction industry is increasingly challenged by limited funding for public projects. As regulatory requirements grow and demand for environmental protection rises, competition
What current or recently completed project, accomplishment or initiative are you most excited about, and why does it matter for your team, clients or community? Auburn is currently working on the campus expansion of the House of Possibilities in Easton, MA.
What women should know about industry opportunities: I wish more women knew how many opportunities exist across the construction industry, not just in traditional field or office roles but in the space in between. Working in
What emerging challenge or opportunity do you see shaping the construction industry in the next few years, and how are you preparing for it? One emerging challenge shaping the construction industry is the growing need to do more with fewer resources.
What current or recently completed project, accomplishment or initiative are you most excited about, and why does it matter for your team, clients or community? A major challenge shaping construction is the severe labor shortage as much of today’s workforce nears retirement.
What current or recently completed project, accomplishment or initiative are you most excited about, and why does it matter for your team, clients or community? I’ve seen that construction is not defined by stereotypes but by opportunity, growth, and leadership.
What current or recently completed project, accomplishment or initiative are you most excited about, and why does it matter for your team, clients or community? The Ethos LINAC Project in Portsmouth, NH, is a recently completed project I’m especially proud of.
What current or recently completed project, accomplishment or initiative are you most excited about, and why does it matter for your team, clients or community? I’m most excited about the recently completed Malden Catholic Athletic and Academic Center
Emerging challenge or opportunity ahead: Increasing regulatory pressure around nitrogen removal and emerging concerns like PFAS are reshaping wastewater construction, especially on Cape Cod and the Islands. Stricter limits are
Boston, MA Groom Construction, Co., Inc. has hired Brett Standish as senior superintendent. Standish brings more than 20 years of construction management experience, with a proven track record delivering complex projects
What do you wish more women knew about the opportunities available in the construction industry today? Many people underestimate the range of interior design roles in construction. Beyond furniture and finishes, interior designers coordinate with MEP systems, detail materials, resolve clashes, and collaborate directly with trades on site.
What women should know about industry opportunities: I wish more women knew that construction is a dynamic field with a vast range of career opportunities. Beyond the job site, there are rewarding paths in project
Beverly, MA Connolly Brothers Inc., a construction management firm serving private commercial, industrial and institutional clients, has completed a design-build fit-up project for CrossCountry Mortgage, a new tenant at 138 Conant St.
Boston, MA The Workforce Opportunity Resource Center (WORC² or WORC Lab), a Roxbury-based construction focused training center, has expanded its innovative workforce training program through a new partnership with the Benjamin Franklin Cummings Institute of Technology (FC Tech).
What inspired you to start your firm and how has your vision evolved as the company has grown? Iron-Lift started from a simple idea: Do complex lifting and steel work the right way – safely, transparently, and with
Leominster, MA Green Leaf Construction has promoted Liz Mason to director of preconstruction. A founding member of Green Leaf Construction, Mason has consistently exemplified dedication, leadership, and commitment to quality from her earliest days with the company.