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Posted: March 27, 2020
2020 Women in Construction: Kara Modliszewski, Senior Marketing Coordinator at Skanska USA Building
What was your greatest professional achievement or most notable project in the last 12 months? Leading our pursuit for the Terminal C Canopy and TNC Garage project was very rewarding. We were awarded the job and I couldn’t be more proud.
When I’m not working I am… Watercolor painting.
What are you doing differently in 2020 that has had a positive impact on your career? I always try to challenge the “standard” mindset of how things have been done in the past.
What trends are you seeing in your field this year? Green technology. There’s an ongoing effort to create resilient and sustainable buildings that align with new building regulations.
Who or what inspired you to join the construction industry? The design intent around projects while understanding the greater economic impact it may have on the surrounding community fascinates me. It’s a great feeling to collaborate with our team to overcome obstacles and help build something people depend on.
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