Woman in Construction: What Must Change – Episode #25
No Fluff. Just Real Industry Conversations
The construction and property sectors have made progress in creating more inclusive workplaces, but important questions remain around culture, flexibility, leadership and long-term career progression.
In this episode of The Hard Hat Talks, Kenneth Martin is joined by returning guest Pamela Cunningham of Growth & Performance Solutions and Laura McGuigan of Kier Construction for an honest discussion on the realities facing women across construction and property today.
From career pathways and workplace culture to flexible working, site environments, leadership expectations and the role of male allies, this conversation explores what still needs to change – and what the industry must do to attract, support and retain future talent.
No fluff. Just real industry conversations.
What you’ll discover from the podcast
- Why construction still faces challenges attracting and retaining women
- How outdated perceptions continue to affect the industry’s future talent pipeline
- Why leadership behaviours are evolving across construction and property
- The practical changes that can create more inclusive site environments
- How male allies can help drive meaningful industry progress
- Why the wider skills shortage demands broader cultural change
- The importance of better visibility around career routes and opportunities
- How networking culture can become more inclusive and commercially effective
- What construction businesses must do to build stronger future teams.
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