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These Female Construction Workers Are Fighting Discrimination

Pro Builder

These Female Construction Workers Are Fighting Discrimination. Business Management. cbroderick. Mon, 09/13/2021 - 09:49. Launched earlier this year, the Lean In Circle for Tradeswomen aims to help women in construction battle harassment and bias on jobsites. Read More. . Construction. Women at WIRC. Construction.

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These Female Constructions Workers Are Fighting Discrimination

Pro Builder

These Female Constructions Workers Are Fighting Discrimination. Business Management. cbroderick. Mon, 09/13/2021 - 09:49. Launched earlier this year, the Lean In Circle for Tradeswomen aims to help women in construction battle harassment and bias on jobsites. Read More. . Construction. Women at WIRC. Construction.

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Behind the Build: Interview with Maggie Farrell, Diversity & HR Manager at S. M. Wilson & Co.

Autodesk Construction Cloud

A study by Boston Consulting Group found that firms led by diverse management teams see higher revenues. Maggie Farrell , Diversity & HR Manager at S. is a full-service construction management, design/build, and general contracting firm. Walk us through your career and what led you to become Diversity & HR Manager.

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Rooney Rule Revised Provides ESG Opportunity

Green Building Law Update

As companies, most that are far afield from the NFL, look to have a positive impact on the world, in increasing numbers addressing ESG governance factors, many businesses are striving to address inequality, including matters of unequal access, historical racism, gender discrimination, lack of inclusion and more.

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Less Than Half of Black Households Were Homeowners in 2021

Pro Builder

Housing discrimination has hit Black buyers the hardest during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly as a foreclosure crisis disproportionately impacted communities of color. . Mortgage rates have dropped, but even with that, Black buyers have not reaped the benefits,” says George Ratiu, manager of economic research at Realtor.com.

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OSHA Compliance Enforcement Under President Biden

FDR Safety

Expect an increase in discrimination enforcement and possible expansion of limits on drug testing following an accident or injury. Employers who are most successful managing workplace safety and health are those who make it a value. Expect an increase in inspections that result in large penalties.

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These 5 essential traits in your team are the secret to a successful construction project

Fieldwire

Mutual respect Respecting another person includes acknowledging their talents and abilities, and not discriminating against them because of their race or social background. Effective project management Successful subcontracting relies on effective project management. Don’t take sides or blame one person.