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Women Cite Continuing Hurdles to Boosting Trade Numbers, Reports Say

ENR Construction

The North American Building Trades Union study on diversity and inclusion found work-life support lacking, while discrimination and sexual harassment remain biggest challenges in National Center for Construction Education and Research survey of 770 women.

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Women in Construction – As Told By Women

Construction Marketing

.” Sarah Liles, an estimator and project engineer, also notes that women often need to self-advocate in a way that men don’t: “You have to take responsibility for your own education. About unions…. You see very few women in [the non-union] side, and if you do see them they’re holding a stop or slow sign or flagging.

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

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The White House states that it will drive the creation of union jobs and help grow the economy in a sustainable way that makes sure all people, including under-represented communities get ahead for decades to come. In this article, we’re looking at the IIJA and its impact on opportunities for women in the industry.

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Women Cite Continuing Hurdles in Boosting Trade Numbers

ENR Construction

North American Building Trades Union study finds work-life support lacking, while discrimination and sex harassment remain biggest challenges in National Center for Construction Education and Research survey of 770 women.

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25 HR Compliance Terms to Know for 2018

Green Building Law Update

Intended to remedy the effects of past discrimination or underutilization of women and minorities. Collective Bargaining: One or more unions meeting with representatives from an organization to negotiate labor contracts. health/dental/vision insurance, vacation, retirement benefits, educational benefits, relocation expenses, etc.).

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Job Order Contracting – Best Practices Implementation

Building Information Management

The Contractor shall perform the work under this Contract on the job site in association with Owner staff, other Owner Contractors, and/or Subcontractors, per JOC stimulations (whether union / Davis-Bacon, or non-union and shall complete the work assigned in the time required.). Non-Discrimination.