5 Awards Celebrating Women in Construction

The construction and Lumber & Building Materials (LBM) industries are changing fast. More women are stepping into leadership roles, running projects, and driving innovation across jobsites, offices, and supply chains.

If you’re a woman working in the trades—or know someone who deserves recognition—these awards can be a great way to highlight achievement and open new doors.
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Here are 5 well-known awards programs that celebrate women in construction and LBM:

​1. Top Women in Hardware & Building Supply Awards

Hosted by: HBSDealer (Hardware + Building Supply Dealer magazine)
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This program recognizes women in the LBM, hardware, distribution, and retail space. It highlights top leaders, innovators, and rising stars across the building supply industry.

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​2. QXO Female Roofing Professional of the Year

Hosted by: QXO, Inc.
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A high-visibility roofing industry award that recognizes standout women in roofing across North America. It includes public voting and a cash prize to support career development.

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​3. SunRay Top Women in Construction Awards

Hosted by: SunRay Construction Solutions

This program honors women in critical construction roles like project management, contract administration, credit management, and legal support—recognizing the people who keep projects moving behind the scenes.

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​4. NAWIC Awards and Recognition

Hosted by: National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC)
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One of the most established organizations in the industry, NAWIC recognizes excellence across all areas of construction—from fieldwork and safety leadership to company-wide impact and innovation.

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​5. Construction Dive’s Construction Champions

Hosted by: Construction Dive (Industry Dive)
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This editorial program highlights standout women in construction leadership, mentorship, and field operations, selected by the publication’s editorial team from hundreds of nominations.

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