KAI Build’s Women Share Their Unique Experiences in Construction
There’s an old adage that says, “women can do anything men can do,” and for the 1.2 million U.S. women currently employed in the male-dominated world of construction, that statement couldn’t be any more true. And why wouldn’t women want to work in construction—a career that offers competitive salaries and benefits, opportunities to advance, and a wide range of roles and responsibilities.
According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, since 2012 the number of women employed in construction has increased 54.7% from 802,000 to 1.2 million in 2021, with the majority of women holding sales and office positions. Although there are still challenges for women to overcome, the number of women pursuing careers in construction is increasing at a steady pace.