The Shift is Real

Women in the UAE’s construction sector are no longer just participants—they’re leaders, decision-makers, and catalysts for change. In the past decade, female representation in the industry has surged by 45%, with 56,000 women stepping into construction roles in 2024 alone. Leadership is also seeing a transformation, with 39% of women in key positions.

Inclusion is Infrastructure

The industry is evolving—from site design to leadership pathways and even PPE standards—to better accommodate and empower women. This inclusivity isn’t just about fairness; it’s about better retention, higher project quality, and a stronger industry overall.

Women in Leadership

Nearly 1 in 3 ministerial seats in the UAE belongs to a woman, and women occupy half of the Federal National Council. Female engineers, project managers, and consultants are leading projects and driving smarter risk management and collaborative work models.

Smart Workplaces, Smarter Outcomes

Construction firms are adapting to the realities of modern work by offering flexible schedules, remote project oversight, and family-friendly policies. These changes aren’t just perks—they’re key to attracting and retaining the best talent for the UAE’s ambitious development pipeline.

Breaking Barriers, Building the Future

Gender-specific PPE regulations, sustainability-linked career paths, and pay equity measures are ensuring that inclusion isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a business advantage. With the gender pay gap shrinking by 16.8% from 2023 to 2024, the UAE is setting global benchmarks for equity in construction.

The Road Ahead

Stonehaven is leading the way, through conscious hiring, leadership development, and policy shifts. But lasting change requires a collective industry effort—one that ensures every voice is heard, every leader is visible, and every opportunity is open.

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