behind
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Meet the women shaping the future of construction

You can't be what you can't see.
That's why we're committed to sharing the stories of incredible women who are breaking down barriers, smashing stereotypes, and creating wonders in the construction world.

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Whether you want to be a creative Shaper, a go-getter Driver, a hands-on Maker, or a powerhouse Supporter we've got the tea from over 100 women on what these jobs actually look like.

THE 
 SHAPERS
The creative and technical minds who shape the buildings themselves, 
like designers, architects, and engineers.

THE 
MAKERS
They are the builders, 
the crafters, the ones bringing buildings to life, often on site. They could be tradespeople like carpenters, or working 
for a builder in office-based roles.

THE 
 DRIVERS
They are the project managers and developers taking charge, leading 
the way and often funding the projects. They are the ones who bring big visions to reality, making sure everything stays 
on track.

THE  
 SUPPORTERS
The support squad running construction businesses - from HR, legal, operations 
and finance - these are the team players who keep everything running like a well-oiled machine behind the scenes.

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Superintendents Representative

"The coolest thing I have done so far is a construction job out in the mines. They use explosives to get the minerals out of the ground and they let me press the button which blew up a bunch of explosives and we got to watch it all from a hill close by. The shockwave was massive!" - Ivana

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Senior Project Manager

"My first job was at a RAAF Base building a new building for the F-35 Jets. This project was so much fun and high paced - it was exactly the career for me. I have since worked on some pretty cool projects... which keeps proving to me why I love being in construction." - Jen

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Technical Director

“You are good enough and worth the new opportunities. Be in it to win it!” - Jenny

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Head of Design

“Women are very detail focued and accountable which is an invaluable attribute to bring to large multi-million dollar projects.” - Mona

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WHS&E Advisor

“I’m passionate about positively changing people’s attitudes, behaviours and decision making when it comes to safety and the environment.” - Mivvi

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Quantity Surveyor

"We're the budget ninjas, hunting down the best sources of materials and build methodologies while always reviewing the overall development cost" - Sabrina

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Senior Analyst

“I am playing a part in solving one of the world’s biggest challenges yet - the fight against climate change.” -Anastasia

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Project Director

“I led a significant project for the defence force, which created transformational outcomes for young people training in the ADF in regional Australia. It was exciting and meaningful”-Kirby