Inaugural Women In Construction Summit To Take Place In Belfast

A construction summit focused on women in the industry has been announced for Northern Ireland in an attempt to inspire change and shatter stereotypes.

The inaugural Women in Construction Summit will take place in Belfast on Thursday 05 March 2020.

CITB NI will host the event, which will feature a full day of inspirational stories, business advice and career development for women currently working in the construction industry, those thinking of joining and for employers who support diversity or best practice in the industry.

Barry Neilson, Chief Executive CITB NI said: "We are delighted to host our very first Women in Construction Summit in Northern Ireland and looking forward to an enjoyable and entertaining day. CITB NI run and facilitate the Women in Construction Network in Northern Ireland which is made up of a group of friendly, inspiring and dedicated women working in a wide range of roles within the construction industry. This summit was inspired by the network to help to support and promote diversity within the growing construction industry.



"With an ageing workforce, a skills shortage and the increasing use of new technologies, there has never been a better time to encourage more diversity in construction. Increasing the talent pool and making it easier for women and other underrepresented populations to not just join the industry but to remain in the industry, is common sense for any employer. Given that it has been proven that more diversity in the workforce and particularly in leadership positions, can lead to higher profits and more innovation, it makes good business sense too. We look forward to a great event and we hope this summit will be the first of many on a local level."

Sarah Travers will host the summit, which will also feature leading industry names from local construction firms like Arup, Clanmil Housing, Farrans, Gilbert-Ash, GRAHAM, GRAHAM-BAM, Henry Brothers, McAleer & Rushe, Nicola McCracken Safety Services,  NIFRS, Scottish Water, Turner & Townsend, White Ink, and Women'sTEC.

Anyone interested in booking a spot for the event can do so here.

(CM/MH)