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Women In Construction Week 2026

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Women in Construction Week® (WIC Week®) returns March 1–7, 2026, a national celebration created by The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) to highlight, elevate, and empower women across all disciplines of construction.


This year's theme, Level UP Build Strong – Communities | Careers | Futures, reflects NAWIC’s forward‑looking focus on strengthening the construction workforce, advancing women’s careers, and cultivating resilient communities through inclusive leadership and industry engagement.


Interested in construction or know someone who is?

Continue reading for insights from influential women leading across different sectors of healthcare construction.


Smiling woman with red hair and in hard hat at construction site. Text: "Brenna McLeod, Project Solutions Manager at OSSC Inc."

What drew you to the construction industry?

After a decade of working only at a computer in IT, I was ready to completely change careers and work more with my hands. I love seeing progress being made on site and following projects through their lifecycles.


What is your favorite thing about the industry?

The people. Most everyone is down to earth and communicates directly, all working together toward a common goal.


What would you say is a great first step for women looking into the construction field? 

Determine what makes you the most excited and take some time to practice. There are local classes available for drywall framing and repair, concrete, electrical work, and so much more. Get your feet wet in several areas to see what fits you the best and don't underestimate the power of networking!


Learn more about OSSC, Inc.

Smiling woman with construction cranes and building in background. Text: "Valerie Wilkins, Vice President at ADAMS, a Vertex Company."

What drew you to the construction industry?

I began my career in the construction industry because of my dad. When I was a kid, he would take us to his jobsites during construction and then after to see the finished projects. It was fascinating to see how things were built and to learn the amount of people that are needed from a concept stage to final delivery. I started in the heavy highway and water divisions. Within a few years, an opportunity opened up in healthcare construction.

Healthcare has a different impact, and I can say now that I have had healthcare projects that have had a personal connection to my life, and I know the work I am a 


What is your favorite thing about the industry?

Growth and innovation are my favorite things about the industry. There is not a day that goes by that I do not learn something new. As an industry, we are constantly looking for avenues to capture new technology, efficiencies, and modernize an ever evolving industry.


What would you say is a great first step for women looking into the construction field? 

First step, do not be afraid or intimidated. There are many avenues for women, from the trades and being in the field, to management of projects. Connecting to women established in the area of interest is a great way to learn what opportunities are out there. Also, be open to exploring. There is likely a path you were not aware of existing.


Learn more about ADAMS, a Vertex Company

Woman smiling, wearing glasses, with cranes and a building in blue tones. Text: "Stephanie Shepherd, P.E., MEP Manager at Turner Construction Company."

What drew you to the construction industry?

I was drawn to construction because it’s real, tangible work with real outcomes. I like solving problems strategically with a team and seeing the results show up in the field. I’m also drawn to large, technically complex projects where effective collaboration and communication are essential to successfully navigating dynamic environments.


What is your favorite thing about the industry?

My favorite thing would be that every project is different, so I’m always learning something new. No two jobsites are the same. No two project teams are the same. I'm always growing and learning from those around me, technically, professionally, and as a leader. 


What would you say is a great first step for women looking into the construction field? 

Be curious! Discover what, and who, inspires you and go connect with it! Build relationships, explore the many roles and disciplines, visit offices and project sites, join a construction association, and ask a lot of questions. Through exploration and relationships, you’ll start to see what drives you and where you can make the biggest impact and you can confidently shape a career that’s truly your own.


Thank you for celebrating the NAWIC Women in Construction Week, March 1-7, 2026, with us!

Text logo for "WIC Week" 2026 by the National Association of Women in Construction. Features bold black and red text on a white background.

Silhouette of a city skyline with cranes, people, and text: "Level Up Build Strong Communities | Careers | Futures" in bold black and red.

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