As a Black woman in a traditionally male-dominated field and a leader from a non-construction background, induction to NAC is a testimony to Washington’s extraordinary leadership and innovation in the engineering, design and construction industry.
Beverly Willis FAIA, born February 17, 1928, an American architect who played a major role in the development of many architectural concepts and practices that influenced the design of cities and buildings, died Sunday morning Oct. 1st, in Branford, Connecticut, due to complications of Parkinson’s disease.
The flagship event was held at the Doubletree by Hilton Somerset in Somerset, NJ, to recognize those who have demonstrated a strong commitment to supporting and elevating women in New Jersey.
The camp is a free week-long camp designed for middle and high school age girls to explore the construction trades, architecture, engineering, and construction materials manufacturing through hands-on experiences and field trips.
Founded on a commitment to combat inequality within the architecture, construction and engineering professions, DIGroup Architecture (DIG) is being recognized with NJBIZ’s 2023 Empowering Women Award for its efforts to lead the way in supporting and elevating women.
Exemplifying excellence in the industry, Alumicor’s architectural representative Jennie Lamoureux, CTR/RTC, CSI, FMPC was elected to serve as director of Devis de construction Canada-Construction Specifications Canada Section de Montréal.
Building Enclosure was joined by a handful of leading AEC industry females to speak on issues women have faced in the construction fields and how the younger generation can continue to break down barriers.
In anticipation of Women in Construction Week, the National Center for Construction Education & Research conducted interviews with 176 tradeswomen and analyzed 770 responses to a survey directed to women in the industry.