In celebration of Women in Construction Week, we’re highlighting the talented women of Gilcrest Jewett. Learn more about their roles, skills, and impact in the industry!
Bailey is a Residential Designer/Drafter at Plum Design in Waukee, Iowa.
- Years Employed at Gilcrest/Jewett: 7 years
- What is one of the favorite parts of your job:
Collaboration between designers, builders and our clients.
- What is one design trend you like right now?
Transitional Exterior Design
- Describe some skills your job needs:
- Constant attention to detail.
- Prefacing how MEP and structure are all going to simultaneously work cohesively and fit within the parameters of your design.
- Trendsetting
Working in the construction industry
- How long have you been working in the building industry? 10 years
- What initially drew you to a career in the construction industry?
Watching my dad build my childhood home.
- What advice would you give to other women considering a career in this industry?
Go all-in and learn as much as you can! Bring your individuality and it will set you apart from the rest.
- What skills or attributes do you believe are essential for women to succeed in the construction/building industry?
- Determination, drive and direction, and personality.
- You need to be able to adapt to anything and try to keep in front of changes before they’re needed.
- Come in confident and willing to learn.