Women in the Industry Love Their Jobs, Per Survey
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.
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