Summary:
In Episode #15 of Construction Talk, we are celebrating International Woman’s Day 2023! This year's theme, #EmbraceEquity, highlights the difference between equity and equality. Although the terms are often used interchangeably, equity is the means to achieve equality, which is the end goal.
For this very special podcast, we are joined by Claire Hendrick and Katy Robinson, who are both accomplished professionals, dedicated to promoting equality and diversity in their workplaces.
Claire, an IT Project Manager at SISK Group, and is responsible for delivering projects across Ireland, the UK, and Europe. She has a successful track record in her field and is passionate about promoting careers in technology to young women.
Katy, Regional Co-Chair at the National Association of Women in Construction, is a multiple award-winning Project Manager from East Yorkshire with experience in Quantity Surveying and Construction Project Management. Both are excellent role models for women in the construction industry and we are delighted to have them on this episode.
IT Project Manager
Sisk Group
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IT Project Manager
Sisk Group
Claire Hendrick is an accomplished IT Project Manager and Senior Delivery professional with over 16 years of experience in the industry.
Her passion for promoting equality and diversity in the workplace is evident through her previous involvement with Connecting Women in Tech Ireland. Claire's efforts in encouraging girls to pursue careers in IT have been particularly noteworthy, as she has participated in school visits and graduate recruitment fairs to promote the field to young women.
At Sisk Group, she is responsible for delivering projects across Ireland, the UK, and Europe, and she has a proven track record of successful project management.
Regional Co-Chair
National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) UK & Ireland
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Regional Co-Chair
National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) UK & Ireland
Katy Robinson is a multiple award-winning Project Manager from East Yorkshire with experience in Quantity Surveying and Construction Project Management. Her projects have ranged in value up to £20m, and she has worked on both construction and civil engineering projects.
Katy's dedication to her profession has not gone unnoticed, as she was recognised as a Top 30 Under 30 winner last year.
Aside from her role at East Riding of Yorkshire Council, Katy has also been an active member of NAWIC, serving as the Regional Co-Chair for the UK & Ireland. NAWIC is an international not-for-profit association that is dedicated to the advancement of women in the construction industry.
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Peter Haddock is a journalist, influencer content creator and communications professional with over 16 years' experience in the construction sector.
He runs Content With Media and is a correspondent for Construction Manager, Earthmovers Magazine, Plant and Civil Engineer and other titles in the industry.
[00:20] Peter kickstarts the podcast
[00:34] Peter explores this year’s theme #EmbraceEquity.
[01:11] Peter introduces Katy
[01:23] Katy reveals what inspired her career in construction
[03:18] Peter introduces Claire
[03.33] Claire talks about her technology experience and her role at Sisk Group
[05:20] “We don’t all have the same circumstances”
[05.55] “Everybody has a role to play”
[06:50] Understanding equity and equality
[09:01] Katy talks about her Top 30 Under 30 win
[10:55] Claire talks about how IT project management fits into the construction
[12:15] harnessing data can benefit construction businesses
[13:10] Claire talks about her current role at SISK Group
[14:30] The construction industry is managing a huge amount of data
[15:45] Katy shares her thoughts on data and construction
[16:40] “Bringing in the right solutions”
[17:15] Encouraging the construction sector to embrace technology
[19:20] “Making jobs more valuable”
[21:04] Katy reveals how her role at National Association of Women in Construction came about
[23:00] Learn more about the National Association of Women in Construction
[24:58] “If you can’t see it, you can’t be it”
[25:34] More visibility is needed within both the IT and construction sectors
[26:09] The future is looking bright for the construction sector: new technologies and the increasing number of women joining the workforce
[27:19] How will the construction sector change over the next few years: data sharing will become more prevalent, and sustainability will take centre stage
[27:40] Construction industry contributes to 40% of pollution
[28:20] Building a sustainable future
[28:38] “Equity isn’t just a nice to have – it’s a must-have”
[29:35] Peter wraps up the podcast
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NAWIC
East Riding Council
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