Thriving As A Woman In a Male-Dominated Industry

Courtney Severy and Sydney Mendoza Of Kingsbury Companies On The Five Things You Need To Thrive and Succeed as a Woman In a Male-Dominated Industry

An Interview With Kelly Reeves
Originally Published by Authority Magazine November 10, 2024

What do you think it takes to succeed and thrive in a male-dominated industry like construction?

That very question what posed to Kingsbury's own Courtney Severy and Sydney Mendoza in a recent interview with Authority Magazine. These two project managers, with a combined decade-long experience, stand-out in our company for their exceptional leadership and we are thrilled they contributed to this interview.

So, what does it take for women to succeed in male-dominated industries like construction? For Severy and Mendoza, it is all about confidence, assertiveness, strong communication, a willingness to challenge stereotypes, integrity, and continuing to learn on the job.

What can companies do to attract more women in male-dominated industries? "Companies could make more of an effort to have a diverse leadership team and showcase that to potential candidates," Mendoza said in the interview.

Kingsbury Companies is proud of all our female staff for their contributions to our company. We strive to create an inclusive work environment and encourage more women to join the fast-paced and rewarding construction industry. We'd love to have you!