The construction industry is experiencing a fundamental shift as a looming labor shortage is creating fierce competition for workers. In addition, technology is transforming the way projects are designed and delivered, and diversity is becoming an increasingly important focus for the industry, expanding beyond race and gender to include diversity of thought, background, and experience…. Read more
It is no secret that the construction industry is male-dominated. Just look around any jobsite in America and you’ll likely find that most of the management and field staff are male. Even on the corporate side, women are typically underrepresented and more often hold administrative positions than operational roles. I am frequently asked what it is like to be a female in the construction industry, so I’m sharing my story…. Read more
Contractor joins National Association of Women in Construction in promoting awareness of opportunities for women in the construction industry
Birmingham, Ala. (March 1, 2016) – Brasfield & Gorrie today announced that the company is joining with the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) in observing Women in Construction Week March 6-12, 2016…. Read more
Increasingly, the construction industry is beginning to embrace the tenets of diversity and inclusion. This shift is propelled by a business case that highlights projected shortcomings related to talent and skilled labor.
A recent industry report lays out the factors driving this trend. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the U.S. unemployment rate has dropped to a seven-year low of 5.1 percent. Simultaneously, U.S…. Read more
Company aims to raise awareness, share best practices as part of commitment to building strength through diversity and inclusion
Birmingham, Ala. (October 7, 2015) – Brasfield & Gorrie today announced that the company is observing Diversity and Inclusion Week as part of its commitment to building strength through diversity and inclusion…. Read more