<p data-block-key="3yvmo">Women still only represent around 15% of the construction workforce, according to Office for National Statistics data. Marking Women in Construction Week and International Women’s Day, <i>Housebuilder</i> reports on the women working across a range of roles in housebuilding, why they love their jobs and the advice they would give to those looking to join them.</p><p data-block-key="3ne09">“Don’t let being the only woman in the room intimidate you,” Abigail Pickering, Owl Homes&#x27; quantity surveyor, advises any girl or woman contemplating a career in housebuilding. “The industry needs different skillsets and life experiences to bring originality and fresh insight. Take all the opportunities you can.”</p>