The 2024 Inspiring Women in Construction & Engineering Awards recognised the extraordinary achievements of women in the industry.
- Hollie Taylor was commended for her influence on gender diversity at Amey, exemplifying passion and leadership.
- Rebecca Daykin made significant strides in overcoming challenges on the Colwick Fish Pass project, showcasing resourcefulness.
- Teni Ladipo was honoured for her groundbreaking work in reducing embodied carbon in engineering.
- The awards ceremony highlighted the essential role of diversity and inclusion in shaping the future of the industry.
The 2024 Inspiring Women in Construction & Engineering Awards celebrated women’s remarkable contributions to the industry, with an event in London acknowledging various categories of excellence among individuals and organisations.
Hollie Taylor of Amey was distinctively praised for her role in advancing gender diversity. Her statement, ‘I’m not fixing it for me; I’m fixing it for the person who will do my job next,’ captured her proactive spirit. Her initiatives, such as surveys on women’s personal protective equipment (PPE), have yielded significant benefits, aligning employees’ purposes with broader company objectives, thereby impacting senior leadership and her colleagues.
Rebecca Daykin’s impressive contributions to the Colwick Fish Pass project underscored her foresight in financial matters, particularly addressing unforeseen inflation issues. Her adeptness in solving defects beyond her designated role resulted in time and cost savings, marking her as a role model. Daykin’s recognition of the project’s social benefits further illustrated her comprehensive understanding of both business and community impacts.
Teni Ladipo, from Buro Happold, excelled in technical excellence by pioneering new methodologies to calculate and reduce embodied carbon in facade engineering. Her emphasis on refurbishment initiatives promises to drive future industry practices. Ladipo is both strategic and entrepreneurial, committed to enhancing industry standards while also acting as an inspiring figure to future construction professionals.
The awards also underscored the industry’s need to integrate diversity and inclusion, with winners across categories demonstrating significant contributions to these areas. Winners were recognised not only for individual achievements but for promoting broader cultural shifts within their organisations, ensuring sustainable and impactful growth.
The awards successfully celebrated the outstanding achievements of women, highlighting the crucial role of diversity in the industry.
