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27/09/2024

McLaughlin & Harvey Wins Prestigious Industry Award

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McLaughlin & Harvey has been honoured with the prestigious Inspiring Women – Company of the Year award at the 2024 CN, GE & NCE Inspiring Women in Construction & Engineering Awards.

The award ceremony at the Royal Lancaster Hotel celebrated the achievements of women in the construction and engineering industry. McLaughlin & Harvey was recognised for its outstanding commitment to inspiring and empowering women within its organization.

The company's dedication to gender diversity and inclusion is evident in its Responsible Business Strategy, which aims to achieve a 30% female workforce by 2030. Through various initiatives, McLaughlin & Harvey has made significant strides in addressing the gender pay gap, promoting female leadership, and creating a welcoming and inclusive work environment.
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The award is a testament to McLaughlin & Harvey's efforts to foster a culture that encourages and supports women in the construction and engineering industry.

Shauna Young, Head of Responsible Business at McLaughlin & Harvey, said: "Choosing a career in quantity surveying and the construction industry has been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I’m honoured to be surrounded by my peers tonight at the Inspiring Women in Construction & Engineering Awards. To the incredible women who’ve paved the way and the allies who support us—you inspire me every day to push boundaries, break glass ceilings, and work toward greater equity in the workplace, not only for ourselves but for the young women following in our footsteps."









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