Bewley Homes is championing ‘Women in Construction Week’ (2 March to 8 March) by continuing its year-round engagement program with primary schools, secondary schools, and six form colleges. The initiative aims to introduce young girls to the diverse and rewarding career opportunities available in the construction industry.
The initiative will feature school assembly talks, site visits, and work experience opportunities at Bewley’s headquarters in Tadley, offering insights into the diverse roles involved in building new homes and communities.
Bewley staff have recently visited Benson Primary School which is just a short distance from its latest new housing development in the village and talked about the wide range of roles in housebuilding including sales and marketing, ecological, interior design, customer service, commercial, technical, land, finance, HR, IT as well as the more site-based jobs.
Andrew Brooks, Managing Director of Bewley Homes, is keen the campaign reaches out to all ages. He said: “We are looking to build on from what we achieved last year with a wider remit to reach out to older children as well as younger ones whose parents or relatives might be in the industry.
“Women in Construction Week provides an ideal platform to inspire the next generation of female talent. Bewley has always recognised the importance of breaking down stereotypes and fostering an inclusive environment within the construction industry.”
Andrew added: “There is a huge variety of positions and roles that all housebuilders need and that’s the exciting message. The industry has to find a way of grabbing the attention of younger children before they decide on a different career path that might not suit them as much.
“We are now attracting female talent in all areas of our industry and it’s crucial to keep pushing out the message about the wide range of roles on offer in housebuilding. It really can be a fulfilling career for the right person – both male and female. Our campaign has been designed to help inspire a future generation of female professionals in the construction industry.”
