Construcciones Yamaro: Building leadership opportunities for women in construction
A recent study by the National Association of Women in Construction has unveiled a significant gap in female representation within leadership roles across the industry.
By the National Association of Women in Construction.
As part of our ongoing advocacy priorities, the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) has recently conducted research into the top 20 construction companies and developers in Australia. The findings reveal that, on average, fewer than 20 per cent of leaders in these companies are women. While companies are aware of this issue and are working to address it through targeted programs and initiatives, there is still much work to be done.
Creating opportunities for women to advance into leadership roles is crucial for encouraging their entry into the construction industry and retaining them within it. Many of our members express concerns that they do not always see a path to leadership in their current workplaces.
To address this, NAWIC is developing a solutions framework to share with both corporate members and small businesses, aiming to highlight collaborative strategies for improving outcomes.
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In July, we asked the CEOs and managing directors of these top 20 companies about the actions they are taking to move women into leadership and the programs and initiatives they have in place. Based on the responses we received, we are excited to share some of the initiatives designed to support women, hoping that businesses and organisations of all sizes can draw inspiration from them:
- Sponsorship programs for women that pair senior leader sponsors with mid-senior women;
- Leadership programs where participants complete modules on risk management, communication, culture and more;
- Mentoring programs aimed at empowering early-career female professionals through mentorship;
- Partnerships with business schools to deliver leadership and business programs;
- Programs for current leaders offering advanced growth opportunities and knowledge;
- Graduate programs focused on job readiness and career pathways for future leaders; and
- Apprentice development programs designed to boost retention and completion rates, ensuring female retention.
You can follow our Women in Leadership Spotlights for inspiration on programs you can establish in your workplace by visiting our social media platforms @nawicau or heading to our website to learn more. NAWIC is a peak membership body for women working in the construction industry. Our members are strong advocates for gender equality in the workplace and support driving changes that will aid in the increased recruitment, retention and vocational development of women across all facets of the construction industry.
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