Posts Categorized: Employee News

Women in Construction Week

In the world of construction, where hard hats and heavy equipment rule, a new wave of women are shaking things up, and Christa is joining the movement. Her journey from college sports to entrepreneurship has landed her squarely in the heart of the construction industry, defying expectations every step of the way. “As a business… Continue reading.

Women in Construction Week

In a chat with Ashley, a proud member of Pipefitters Local Union 776 and Foreman at the Ohio Fab Shop, we got a peek into her journey to the construction world. From family roots to her favorite parts of the job, Ashley shared her insights on life in the construction industry. Ashley’s story begins with… Continue reading.

Women in Construction Week

Born and raised in Southern California, Hannah’s passion for construction blossomed during her college years at Boise State University, where she pursued a degree in mechanical engineering. Her journey began with internships, where she gained experience in seismic bracing and metal fabrication as a tube bender. However, it was a chance encounter with BMWC at… Continue reading.

Women in Construction Week

In a candid interview, construction professional Kim White shares her journey from an electronics background to becoming a Certified Weld Inspector and respected member of the Local 440 in Indianapolis, IN. Kim’s introduction into the construction industry wasn’t conventional. Armed with two associate degrees – one in electronics and another in Applied Science – she… Continue reading.

Women in Construction Week

In an industry traditionally dominated by men, Johnea has been dedicated to leaving her imprint on the world of construction. “From a young age, I’ve always enjoyed the creativity in learning,” Johnea says, reminiscing about her childhood spent exploring construction sites with her dad. Those early experiences fueled her passion and laid the foundation for… Continue reading.

Forbes ranks BMWC as one of America’s best employers

Forbes’ annual ranking is based on feedback from both current and former employees, as well as those familiar with BMWC. This year, Forbes integrated data from the past three years to highlight consistently high-performing companies. As a result of the positive response BMWC has received, we ranked #145 out of 400 midsize companies in America! BMWC has… Continue reading.

Celebrating Women in Construction

Women in Construction standing on jobsite

Did you know, women only make up 11 percent of workers in the construction industry? National Women in Construction Week aims to recognize women for their hard work in a heavily male-dominated industry. However, growth continues as data suggests since 2016, there has been an influx of 234,000 women in construction. This week, we introduce… Continue reading.

A Day In The Life: Project Engineer

Project Engineers play an integral role at BMWC. They manage various field operations, which contribute toward delivering successful, large-scale industrial projects. They gain valuable experience and are exposed to every aspect of BMWC’s construction projects. To learn more about the Project Engineer role at BMWC, find the job listing here. Q: How many years have… Continue reading.

Construction Inclusion Week: Day 5

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.