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Women in the Industry Love Their Jobs, Per Survey

Levelset's “Survey of Women in Construction” combines responses from 1,001 women in the industry.
By Construction Executive
May 11, 2021
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Levelset, a payment and document processing platform, conducted a survey of 1,001 women. The result, “Survey of Women in Construction,” combines the responses of women in architecture, general contracting, subcontracting and other areas.

Here are some of the findings:

  • 78% of women surveyed said they love their job.
  • 81% said leaders at their companies encourage respect toward women.
  • 70% said their role in the industry is changing for the better.
  • 4 in 10 have experienced discrimination because of their gender.

With just 9% of the construction workforce today comprised of women, the construction industry is demonstrating a high need and potential for women to advance into various leadership roles. For more articles and suggestions on creating diverse workplaces, visit constructionexec.com.

by Construction Executive

Construction Executive, an award-winning magazine published by Associated Builders and Contractors, is the leading source for news, market developments and business issues impacting the construction industry. CE helps its more than 50,000 print readers understand and manage risk, technology, economics, legal challenges and more to run more profitable and productive businesses.


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