Celebrating Women in Construction: JMS Engineers at Suffolk New College Event
- Anna-Maria Staines (Human Resources Director)
- 1 day ago
- 2 min read
JMS Engineers were proud to support the recent Women in Construction event hosted by Suffolk New College. This was a brilliant day focused on showcasing the growing opportunities for women across the construction and engineering sectors.
The event welcomed students, professionals, and guest speakers to inspire the next generation and explore how we can make construction more inclusive, representative, and collaborative.
A key highlight of the day was the panel discussion featuring Holly Peirson, a structural engineer from our partner company GC Robertson. Holly is part of an all-female design team and spoke about her experience delivering a recent Design and Build project. She shared powerful insights into what representation means in technical roles and how inclusive teams can drive success.
The event opened with a creative challenge using spaghetti and marshmallows to build the tallest possible structure. This hands-on task encouraged problem-solving, structural thinking, and teamwork among participants.
Attendees also heard from Katie Kelleher, the UK’s first female crane operator apprentice. Her story of determination and progress within the industry offered real inspiration to everyone in the room.
After a delicious lunch prepared by the hospitality students at Chef Whites, the afternoon panel allowed Holly and her fellow design team members to answer questions, share career journeys, and encourage more young women to step into the world of construction and engineering.
At JMS Engineers, we believe in a future where the construction industry is accessible and welcoming to everyone. Supporting events like this helps us champion that future and show what’s possible when diverse voices are heard.
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