Stack Construction Technologies released its State of Women in Construction 2026 Report, highlighting stereotypes that hinder women's advancement in the industry despite eagerness to grow.
Key findings
While women's visibility in the field reached a two-decade high last year, Stack found 35% of C-suites in the sector think construction will never be a job ideal for women to participate in. 73% of women in construction surveyed also cited experiencing various forms of bias in the industry.
Key findings from women in the field:
- 45% of Gen Z women and 27% of Millennial women have had a task they’re qualified for “mansplained” to them
- 1 in 5 (20%) female respondents cited feeling most unsafe when not reporting harassment and/or safety concerns, out of fear of losing their jobs
- 32% of Gen Z women and 28% of Millennial women have been forced to wear equipment that doesn’t properly fit them
- 72% of Gen Z and 65% of Millennial women in construction reported struggling to advance in their careers
- 41% of women in the C-suite and 30% of women in Senior Management said they were perceived as “bossy” or “aggressive” by coworkers based on their gender