Overview

Are you a woman working in construction who has been overlooked for a promotion, bullied at work or harassed on site, without redress or resolution? Are you a man who’s felt pressured to join in with ‘site banter’ to fit in or seen women mistreated at work but didn’t know how to help? The industry is failing women – but it’s failing men too.   Building Women is a call to action, showing how we can all work together to promote gender equality, improve the culture in construction and make things better for everyone. Based on research conducted with over 1,000 participants, it illustrates women’s lived experiences and workplace challenges and offers tangible solutions to bring about change. Read this book to discover: Why the industry is struggling to recruit and retain women What issues women in construction face and how they affect men too What allyship is, how it can help and how to put it into practice What actions you can take right now to create more inclusive and supportive work environments

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 ‘Faye Allen has been indefatigable in her efforts to raise awareness around, and support for, women working in construction, in all roles and at all levels. Read this book and get on board with helping to create the construction industry of the future – more diverse, more sustainable and consistently building a product of which every industry participant can be proud.’ — David Savage, Partner, Head of Construction, Engineering and Projects, Charles Russell Speechlys LLP ‘Faye’s research shows how far we still have to go for true equality. This book is a powerful reminder of the strength, resilience and determination of women in construction. It shows the challenges they face and celebrates their unwavering commitment to breaking down barriers and building a more equal and inclusive future. It’s a must-read for anyone who wants to make our industry fit for the future.’ — Steffan Battle, Managing Director, Wates Construction ‘This book tackles a crucial issue with clarity and impact, presenting the challenges women face in construction, and providing solutions, in ways that are both compelling and accessible. It equips readers with the knowledge and insight needed to drive meaningful change, empowering everyone to take action and improve the industry for the better.’ — Amy Bonczyk, Chartered Quantity Surveyor and Adjudicator, MCMS Limited ‘Building Women is a long overdue book that not only highlights the historic and persistent challenges for women in the construction industry, but delivers recommendations on how to tackle them in ways that enable everyone to thrive. Faye Allen makes a deliberate point of bringing those that don’t identify as women into the conversation, because meaningful change for everyone requires everyone to get involved and lead in ways both big and small. This book isn’t just about women or for women, it should be read and actioned by everyone.’ — Sybil Taunton, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Leader, Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors ‘What flows through this whole fascinating book is how much Faye cares about the industry she has worked in for three decades. Combining groundbreaking research, input from other prominent voices and her own unique insights, the result is more than just a book; it’s a manifesto for a better vision for everyone who works in the built environment.’ — Jeremy Stockdale, CEO, Ylead  

Author Information

Faye Allen is a chartered quantity surveyor and Fellow of the RICS with over thirty years’ experience working in construction across various sectors. She now supports construction and engineering clients to avoid, mitigate and resolve disputes. She is an RICS Accredited Expert Witness, a practising member of the Academy of Experts, a member of the Worshipful Company of Arbitrators, a Global Steering Committee member of the Equal Representation of Expert Witnesses (ERE) and Patron of Women in the Built Environment (WITBE) GLOBAL. Faye is passionate about improving conditions in the industry so everyone in construction can win.

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