Interesting Construction Facts: Women in Construction Edition

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Erin Stephenson

September 13, 2021

Women are a powerhouse workforce in the construction industry. Here are 5 amazing facts about women in the construction industry.

1) Growing Women in Construction

The number of women in registered apprenticeships tripled between 1996 and 2007.

2) The Average Age of Construction Workers

The average construction  worker is 42 years old.

3) Growing Workforce Getting Bigger

As of 2020, women account for 25% of the construction workforce.

in 2020 women account for 25% of the construction workforce

4) CEOs and Boss Ladies

Women own 13% of construction companies.

5) Women in Power is Good for Business

44% of the top 100 construction companies have women in executive positions. The average tenure for a woman leader in construction is 15 years.

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Erin Stephenson

Erin Stephenson is COO and co-founder of DOZR. Prior to starting DOZR, Erin helped leaders across technology and construction build and execute their strategic plans, with a focus on talent, leadership, and change management. Erin has been breaking down barriers in the construction industry and believes that technology is the key to building a more efficient industry.