article thumbnail

“Once-in-a-Generation” Opportunity for Women in Construction: Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Chicago Women in Trades has been helping women move into jobs in the construction industry since 1981. Lauren Sugerman, Director at Chicago Women in Trades. Women make up only 4.5% of all construction laborers and 3% of all construction equipment operators, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. .

article thumbnail

Top 25 Finalists for Ivory Innovations' Housing Affordability Prize

Pro Builder

In the Finance category, finalists include organizations focused on construction financing, shared-equity models, and renter programs that support increased savings and equity. Diamond Age is currently building entry-level homes for the 9th largest homebuilder in the U.S.