Creating a diverse and inclusive work culture doesn’t happen overnight. However, some actions can be taken to motivate the coming generations and improve diversity in the long term. Doing so increases the potential that youth will explore the many benefits of joining the construction industry. One way organizations can make efforts to ensure the industry’s… Continue reading.
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Construction Inclusion Week: Day 4
A work environment that fosters respect is not only more inclusive but also helps employees feel valued. BMWC is proud of the culture that has helped shape the company over the last 67 years. The newly formed Diversity and Inclusion Committee comprises leaders within the company that help provide insight into best practices that should… Continue reading.
Construction Inclusion Week: Day 3
What is Supplier Diversity? Supplier diversity is a business practice that refers to the inclusion of businesses owned by diverse individuals or groups in the procurement of goods and services. Why is it important? Supplier diversity is critical to the growth and success of the construction industry, and organizations that embrace supplier diversity do so… Continue reading.
Construction Inclusion Week: Day 2
Inclusion has become a buzzword in recent years, but what exactly does Inclusion mean? Inclusion is a feeling of belonging. An inclusive workplace exists when employees are valued, respected, accepted and encouraged to fully participate in their organization. People who feel included perform better and have fewer accidents, creating a more productive and safer workplace… Continue reading.
Construction Inclusion Week: Day 1
Construction Inclusion Week is the first effort to harness the collective power of general contractors, specialty contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers. Our objective is to build awareness of the need to improve diversity and inclusion in the construction industry by providing content and resources. We recognize and understand that each of our firms may be at… Continue reading.
BMWC Teams Up With Rebuilding Together Indianapolis to Improve Local Community
Last month, BMWC sponsored and participated in Rebuilding Together Indianapolis’ Spring Rebuild Day for National Volunteer Week. Their mission is to provide assistance to people who, because of physical or financial limitations, need home repairs. Actions speak louder than words and BMWC volunteers were ready to get down and dirty to help their fellow neighbors… Continue reading.
Mother-Daughter Duo Represent Minority in the Construction Industry
Whitney and Kerry Estes, a mother-daughter duo working for BMWC, specialize in orbital welding for BMWC out of UA Local 440. Women are a minority in the construction industry, making this combo especially rare. Kerry brings 34 years of experience and dedication to the field. Whitney, a third-generation construction worker, quickly learns the trade as… Continue reading.
Women in Construction: Featured Project
As Women in Construction Week comes to an end, we reflect on the industry’s progress. BMWC is currently working on a project in Fishers, IN, with five women in various roles. The picture above features the women on the project. Stacy Cline is leading the team in the field as BMWC’s General Foreman. Madelyn Shanahan… Continue reading.
Celebrating Women in Construction
To celebrate Women in Construction Week, we asked some of BMWC’s hardworking women what attracted them to the construction industry and what advice they would give other women thinking about a career in construction. Nicole Bishop Regional Human Resources Manager – Gulf Coast What attracted you to the construction industry? I like the challenge of… Continue reading.
Oregonian names BMWC Top Workplace for 2021
BMWC was named a 2021 Top Workplace in Oregon and Southwest Washington by The Oregonian. Out of 119 businesses in the mid-size employer category (100 to 499 employees in Oregon and/or southwest Washington), BMWC ranked 45th.The list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage, LLC. The Top… Continue reading.