"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

"I feel strongly for sustainability, having found myself becoming increasingly conscious of my own carbon footprint" - Claire

"I am the link between the design, and the construction of the building in its final state." - Alex

"A few years ago I gave birth to my daughter in a hospital that I was part of building! That was a very cool experience." - Bonnie

"If an office isn’t for you, this is the rest of your life so go for it. If you love being outdoors and physically moving, than a trade is perfect." - Kassy

"My children are only young for a short period so I want to be there for the moments that are important to them." - Ghazaleh

"Do as much work experience as possible. Even if you are at Uni and not at school anymore, still ask to go to someone's office for a week." - Annabel

"My school marks weren't high enough for an engineering degree but UTS were offering bonus points for women going into engineering and they also had bonus points for non-school leavers. I ended up really loving it - I worked hard and graduated with the university medal at the end!" - Pip

"During the HSC study period I watched endless episodes of Grand Designs and decided to pursue construction management." - Stephanie

"Thinking how much I now understand about how construction works, and how I do my job is actually pretty insane!" - Claudia

"Getting to work with such an amazing team, it even feels like school sometimes because of the amazing work culture. Having a view of the harbour bridge and getting to work with fun, like minded people." - Sabrina

"The Block and Selling Houses Australia is required viewing in our house." - Kerri

"I love seeing where each day will take me." - Nikki

"I always loved looking at plans, and building houses in the Sims!" - Lauren

"I played the sims and to be completely honest I think this was an 'ah ha' moment!" - Stephanie

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

"Every female that joins the industry is a win for the industry.” - Alice

“There are so many other options to pick from that aren’t your usual Architect, Planner, Engineer etc. I never realised the obscure opportunities and pathways that would lead me to this spot in my career.” - Lucy

“My favourite project is the Western Harbour Tunnel. My learning curve has been steep!” - Annaleise

“You don’t need to do maths and science to have a career in construction. It’s all about the skills of teamwork, problem soving and critical thinking.” - Kat