2024 Women in Construction: Lorraine Reidy,
Reidy Contracting Group

What is your favorite building in New York? The Chrysler Building holds a special place in my heart. Before founding RCG, my office overlooked it. From rural Ireland, where I saw the city in movies, to now looking at it over my desk, I sometimes had to pinch myself.

2024 Women in Construction:
Oly Nwankwo, Xeal

What do you like best about being a woman in the AEC industry? The thing I like the best about being a woman in construction is the fresh perspective I can bring to standard operating procedures. Creating a feedback loop between various parties which leads to improved processes

2024 Women in Construction: Elly Leung,
Mark Design Studios

What recent project, accomplishment or award are you most proud of? Completing the Sewanhaka CHSD - Cosmetology Building. What do you like best about being a woman in the AEC industry? Contributing a unique perspective and technical expertise in architecture

2024 Women in Construction: Kate Haas, DIGroup Architecture

What do you like best about being a woman in the AEC industry? As a creative force, I believe there is nothing more important than mentoring the next generation of interior designers and affiliated AEC professions. This includes getting in front of underrepresented high school students

2024 Women in Construction: Gianna Avallone,
Wesbuilt Construction Managers

What do you like best about being a woman in the AEC industry? Female AEC professionals are respected and appreciated. I grew up in a family of construction tradesmen and have experienced the industry and the satisfaction of completing projects early on.

2024 Women in Construction: Donna Scibetta, Champion Elevator

What recent project, accomplishment or award are you most proud of? 63 Wall Street. Undertaking the task of modernizing the elevators of such an illustrious address was not merely a project but a privilege. Elevators, being the veins of these towering structures, play a vital role

2024 Women in Construction: Joanna Aray, Wendel

What is your favorite building in New York? St. Patrick’s Cathedral has always been the one building that amazes me. It makes me feel strong and humble at the same time when looking at its architecture from across the street and then walking

2024 Women in Construction: Ginine Parrino, Metro Walls

What do you like best about being a woman in the AEC industry? The women are remarkable! Whether they’re working in the field, in the office, or driving business development, their diverse roles contribute to the greater goal. It doesn’t take just

2024 Women in Construction: Gina Rivera, Professional Women in Construction, NY

What do you like best about being a woman in the AEC industry? The possibilities! The industry offers so many opportunities for women and I’m thrilled to be able to provide resources and raise awareness. At PWC, we support and connect women, and

2024 Women in Construction: Laura Blanco Moreno, CTA Architects P.C.

What do you like best about being a woman in the AEC industry? I am fortunate to work in a firm that employs predominantly women. Seeing women working at various levels made me feel like part of the industry right away. Diversity in the field