“I am playing a part in solving one of the world’s biggest challenges yet - the fight against climate change.” -Anastasia

"I was always creative when I was younger, but being able to compliment this with technical interests led me” - Annika

“The industry is so social, it’s great getting out and seeing new products being launched at events” -Claudia

“Whatever you think the construction is about, I can assure you that it is so much more. There is such a large variety of roles required in the construction industry that I didn’t even know existed.” -Koozee

“Don’t be afraid that you will get stuck with something that you don’t like, as the opportunities and career pathways are endless in this industry.” -Noura

“Working in Construction requires strong communication and multi-tasking skills, both of which women are good at.” -Vanessa

“It is great to see the building go from 2D to 3D, and then seeing what you built in Revit come to fruition from the ground up in real life.” - Annalise

“I led a significant project for the defence force, which created transformational outcomes for young people training in the ADF in regional Australia. It was exciting and meaningful”-Kirby

“I never thought I would be in the construction industry with a Law and Arts degree, but here I am! My part-time reception role opened so many doors for me and I now have a job I love and a great network of friends at work.” -Julia

“I realised “construction” was more than brick and mortar. It brings together people with different strengths and expertise to create or transform places where people live, learn, work, and play.” -Daisy

“I didn’t realise you could have a career in problem solving! I have always loved architecture, but after doing a stint of work experience in a studio, I wasn’t sure it was for me.” -Isabel

"I was always creative when I was younger, but being able to compliment this with technical interests led me to problem solving” - Kat

“Look beyond the surface of what you perceive the construction industry to be and you will find an incredibly fun, exciting, diverse, challenging, rewarding, complex, collaborative and relevant industry.” -Amy

“I’m excited about building things that matter, and leaving a great legacy for the next generations to come.” -Amy

“A career is a marathon - if you don’t like what your are doing, no amount of money is going to make it better.” -Angela

“I love being the hub of the office - no question too small, no task too big.” -Crystal

“What’s the best part of your job? Making a difference in building cool things.” - Daisy

“For a 15-year-old interested in architecture, the cool factor lies in bringing imaginative ideas to life, the hands-on creation of tangible structures, and the potential to make a lasting impact on the built environment.” -Hope

“I went to the UNSW open day and found all these degrees within the Built Environment faculty. I ended up liking the sound of Construction Management the most and ran with that and am so happy with my decision.” -Lily

“The first thing a lot of people say to me when I tell them I work in construction is “are you a lollipop lady? Umm no… I’m in the office mainly, I reply. Ohh so you’re a receptionist. No.” -Mia