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 do you wish more women knew about the opportunities available in the construction industry today? Construction covers far more ground than many people realize; it is both hands-on skilled trades and professional roles that keep the projects moving.
Project or accomplishment you’re most excited about: I worked on numerous design-build projects with New England Center and Home for Veterans a few years ago. It was rewarding to see the tenants directly benefit from
What do you wish more women knew about the opportunities available in the construction industry today? There are so many different opportunities in the industry. From working in the office to being out in the field. There is always a new project and you are learning new things every day.
Holliston, MA A leading electrical contractor throughout New England and the Southeast for nearly five decades, Wayne J. Griffin Electric, Inc. (Griffin Electric) understands that its success would not be possible without its people.
Project or accomplishment you’re most excited about: Passive House principles have been used abroad for years and are becoming more common in new construction here in Massachusetts. What’s especially exciting now is
Emerging challenge or opportunity ahead: Of course, the first thing that comes to mind is AI. While construction hasn’t adopted it as quickly as some other industries, that also means there’s a lot of
Advice for women starting their careers: You don’t need to be an expert to start. In construction, you learn as you go; your team (and Google) will help you navigate challenges as they arise. All you truly need to begin is
Project or accomplishment you’re most excited about: My team and I are currently designing a new animal hospital for the greater Boston area. As an avid animal lover with a dog of my own, I know that taking a pet to
Advice for women starting their careers: Take advantage of networking opportunities as much as possible. Join professional societies and participate in industry events and seminars at the local chapter level and beyond. The
Emerging challenge or opportunity ahead: Emerging technology is playing a key role in shaping how a project evolves from design through construction. As with any advancement, there is always a price to pay. In this case,
Project or accomplishment you’re most excited about: I am especially proud of the work I have been leading in elevator modernizations and building infrastructure upgrades for public housing and municipal facilities