Top 100 most influential women in construction 2024
What and who are the Top 100 most influential women in construction?
The Top 100 most influential women in construction was launched in 2022 and intended to showcase the influential women that work in the sector, making female and non-binary role models more visible and accessible.
Now in its 3rd year, we continue to see real changes within the industry and need nominations to help shine a light on those that are working to support Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Equity across the industry through their actions and support of others.
Why make a nomination?
Becoming one of the Top 100 most influential women in construction will highlight dedication, hard-work, and ongoing support for the industry. As well as celebrating successes and achievements in an ever growing dynamic and exciting industry!
You can nominate yourself, a colleague, a rising star, a mentor or someone that has influenced you across a number of categories, all of which are listed below.
The organisers of the Top 100 most influential women in construction believe that trans-women are women, and as such we welcome nominations from anyone who identifies as such, regardless of the sex they were assigned at birth. We also welcome nominations from non-binary people who feel comfortable to do so in this regard.
All entries must be in by: Midnight on 7th June 2024
The categories
In this category we are looking for exceptional women in your local region who are currently working at an operational or site level role in construction.
We want to recognise 'that person' local to you, who is making a real impact within your community - this could be you or someone you know!
From hosting an event, implementing a positive change, to creating and running an initiative or even creating a community, we want to hear from nominees who have/are doing great things with EDI and deserve the recognition.
An Allie is someone within the industry, acting as a key influencer in supporting inclusion and change.
There will be no 'individual' winner for this category, instead, from the list of nominations we receive, we will create a 'list of allies' made up of 10 x individuals who will play a role in our 'Allie Programme'. This is open to all, however only the women will be eligible for inclusion in the Top 100 Most Influential Women in construction list.
Who to nominate as an Allie?
- We're looking for males who are active in their support for women in construction.
- As well as women who are working to support others in construction, but that are not directly employed within the industry.
This category will be broken down into 3 x sub-categories, all receiving recognition in their own right.
We want to recognise someone that has made a real impact within an organisation or wider industry.
From founding an event, implementing positive changes, to creating and running an initiative or even creating a community, we want to hear from nominees who have/are doing great things on a national/large scale with EDI and deserve the recognition.
- Client influencer - for women that are leading the industry whilst working for a client organisation
- Designer influencer - for women that are leading the industry whilst working for a designer organisation
- Contractor Influencer - for women that are leading the industry whilst working for a contractor
In this category we are looking for someone who is relatively new to the industry, (3-years and under).
Maybe you've transferred to the industry later in life or you're just starting out as an apprentice or graduate?
We're looking for that shining star who is leading the way in championing equality, diversity, inclusion and equity within the construction industry.
This category is for any woman that works within a specific trade, within the industry.
Are you or your nominee an aspiring groundworker or an esteemed carpenter? Woman on the tools equates to only 1% of the women in the industry, hence why we are so keen to really shine a spotlight on these special individuals.
We're looking for an exceptional candidate that has/is striving to inspire the next generation of construction workers.
The Judging
These awards are judged by an independent panel of experts, the process will consist of:
- A shortlisting round, where all the judges will score entries, identifying a shortlist for each category.
- A second round, where all the judges will review the shortlisted entries to determine the winners for each category. Those on the shortlist will be given the opportunity to provide further information or supporting evidence to their nomination.
- During the second round, the judges will also determine the list of the Top 100 most influential women in construction and the winner of the most influential overall.
All winners will receive a bespoke award and winners’ certificate.
The top 100 will receive a bespoke pin badge and award programme.
Those shortlisted will receive a complimentary ticket to the awards.
If your nomination results in someone being shortlisted, you will also receive a complimentary ticket to the gala dinner.
Cathryn Greville - Sustainability School
Roni Savage - Jomas Associates
Maria Coulter - Construction Coach
Richard Beresford - NFB
Sandi Rhys-Jones - CIOB
Siu Mun Li
Helen Hewitt - BWF
Paul Gaze - HAE
Ruth Devine - SJD Associates Ltd
Jenny Herdman - HBF
Barbara Akinkunmi - Girls under construction
Paul Porter - Being Human
Kat Parsons - ISS
Faye Allen - J.S. Held
Jo Britton - Pace Development
Zoe Brooke - Save Construction Initiative
Sam Downie - Mates in Mind
Nicola Hodkinson - Seddon Construction
Ele George - EleVate
Amanda Newman - Accenture
Lynda Thwaite - SRM
Colin Marrs - Construction News
Kari Sprostranova - Mace Group
Where and when will the Top 100 be announced?
An awards ceremony and gala dinner will be held on Monday 30th September 2024, in Birmingham. All industry will be informed and invited to attend. The Top 100 and winners will be announced at the exclusive gala event.
If you have any more questions around nominations, please email Lucy on lucy.bradley@citb.co.uk.