Women in construction – advice for young women entering construction related roles
3 min read | Published April 11th 2025 | Updated October 9th 2025 | Liz Scott
Our latest blog explores key advice for young women in construction, with help from the wonderful women in our team here at Thurston

While the number of women in construction in the UK currently stands at around 325,000, more and more firms are starting to champion the need for more diversity across the industry.
As a leading UK company in offsite modular construction, Thurston Group is committed to championing women in the construction and manufacturing industries.
We aim to provide the support that all of our staff need to thrive, succeed, and build long-serving modular construction careers, helping with training, mentoring, and continuous improvement and skill building.
With this in mind, we’ve put together some advice for women looking to enter the construction industry, with help from the amazing women in our team, working across all areas of the business.
Our HR director Liz Scott, proposals manager Lindsay Griffin, HR advisor Jia Ali, and head of procurement Elizabeth Addy have been speaking about their biggest tips.
Advice for young women in construction
From embracing learning opportunities, to having confidence in yourself, we’ve broken down the key pieces of knowledge you need to carry as you enter the construction industry.
Looking for a career in modular construction? At Thurston Group, we’re always excited to hear from talented people looking to enhance their knowledge and learn new skills – visit our careers page for more information.
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