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Construction has never been known as an easy industry for women.
Representation remains low across the sector, and many women still face barriers to building long-term careers.
Which is why Renascent being named one of Australia’s Top 50 Best Workplaces for Women by Great Place to Work® for 2026 stands out.
The recognition is based entirely on employee feedback. How people experience the workplace day to day.
And at Renascent, that experience is reflected in the results.
The numbers tell part of the story.
98% of women at Renascent say they feel supported, respected and able to thrive. Women represent 27% of the workforce, significantly above the construction industry average of 18%.
But statistics alone don’t explain culture.
What sits behind the result is something simpler: the everyday behaviours that shape how people work together.
“That 98% isn’t just a number,” says Jennifer, National People and Culture Manager.
“It represents meaningful everyday moments. Managers who listen, colleagues who collaborate, leaders who back flexible arrangements and a culture where people genuinely feel they belong.”
Construction projects are fast-paced environments, defined by deadlines, coordination and constant decision-making.
Yet employees consistently point to the way teams support each other under pressure.
“I love coming back to this job because the team works calmly together,” says Saskia, Design Manager.
“We have supportive leadership that creates a culture of trust, and everyone feels empowered in the contributions they make on the project.”
For many employees, those everyday interactions are what make the difference.
“I had a text message from a site manager just checking in to see how I was doing,” says Beaumont, WA General Manager.
“That kind of interest in people’s wellbeing is typical throughout the company.”
Small actions like these build the kind of environment where people feel confident to grow their careers.
Leadership commitment has been a key factor in changing the experience for women across the business.
“Creating a safe and empowered place for women to work in construction really matters,” says David, VIC General Manager.
“We trust people, empower them and give them the platform to continue developing their careers and achieving their goals.”
That focus is helping more women step into leadership and technical roles across the organisation, something still uncommon across much of the industry.
For the leadership team, the recognition is both a milestone and a responsibility.
“To see Renascent recognised like this makes me incredibly proud, not just personally but professionally,” says AJ, Chief Operating Officer.
“It tells me the work we’re doing is having a real impact on our people and our culture.”
The recognition also raises the standard for the future.
“We’ve set the bar now,” AJ adds. “The focus is continuing to build an environment where people feel they belong.”
For an industry still working to improve representation and inclusion, this recognition signals something important.
Not a policy.
Not a target.
But a workplace where belonging is part of the everyday experience.
And where more women can see a long-term future in construction.
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