women in building award
About
The Women in Building Recognition Award recognises women who have made a positive impact in the industry. The Award was established in 2007 by the Women in Building Group, and the Award is presented each year at the Master Builders Excellence in Building Awards.
Do you work in the construction industry?
Do you feel as though you’ve made a positive impact for the construction industry?
Are you associated with any committees, boards or groups within the construction industry or an associated service?
Have you made a personal contribution to the community or are you involved in any community programs which relate to the building and construction industry?
If you can answer ‘yes’, to any of the above criteria, you could be the person we’re looking for!
The award will be presented at the...
2025 Newcastle Excellence in Building Awards
Friday 5 September 2025
6.00pm - late
NEX, Newcastle
How to enter
1. Click the button below and create an account (if you haven't got one already) through our Award Force platform.
2. Start entry > select Newcastle Excellence in Building Awards and category Women in Building.
3. Complete your nomination.
Contact the Regional Events Team on 02 4953 9400 or email newcastle.awards@mbansw.asn.au if you have any questions.
Entries close Sunday, 4 May 2025.
2024 Newcastle Women in Building Winner
ashley barnes
Ashley Barnes, 2024 Women in Building Award winner, is a construction professional with a background in architecture and project management. She has delivered projects like QT Newcastle and East Maitland Aged Care and now leads the Gunnedah Hospital Redevelopment, focusing on sustainable design and community impact.
2023 Newcastle Women in Building Winner
katherine bugelli
Katherine is Contract Administrator with a demonstrated history of working in the construction industry. She is extremely passionate about promoting female presence within the construction industry, and is interested in sharing her story to provide support to students considering a career within construction.
2022 Newcastle Women in Building Winner
joanne lever
Joanne Lever is a qualified engineer with 18 years of experience delivering landmark projects across NSW. A passionate advocate for community impact and STEM, she mentors through programs like HunterWiSE and Engineers Australia's Girls Talk.
2021 Newcastle Women in Building Winner
lauren coates
Lauren Coates has 20 years of construction experience, starting in structural steel drafting and mechanical engineering before specialising in pre-contracts at Daracon Group. She is a respected mentor and valued team member.
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