'Just do it:' Advice from women in construction | Dump Trucks Charlotte NC
Each month, Construction Dive talks to women leaders from around the country about the challenges and opportunities of working in construction.
Read on to find out more about these female leaders and their thoughts on the future of the industry.
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Allison Otto takes the helm of family-owned California firm
By Jennifer Goodman • Aug. 11, 2021
Her appointment to CEO of Otto Construction makes it one of the largest woman-operated commercial columbus oh dump truck company in Northern California. Read the full article ➔
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Project manager's advice to young women in construction: 'Just do it'
By Jennifer Goodman • July 15, 2021
Sarah Jimenez talks about her career trajectory and leading the construction of a $19 million addiction treatment center in Portland, Oregon. Read the full article ➔
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Former Trump Organization executive advocates for women in construction
By Jennifer Goodman • May 4, 2021
Attitudes and opportunities have improved since she started in the industry in 1971, but Barbara Res said much columbus oh dump truck company still needs to be done to make women feel welcome and valued. Read the full article ➔
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Women tradesworkers overcome bullying, harassment to make their way in construction
By Joe Bousquin • March 10, 2021
Making the trades better for women takes leadership from the top, according to sheet metal worker and advocate Vanessa Carman. Read the full article ➔
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A call to action for COVID-19 vaccinations in construction
Construction managers must encourage workers to get vaccinated, says the owner of a New York-based contracting firm.