02/09/2026
Real talk with Leanne š·š¼āāļø
In this part of our chat with Leanne, she shares what it means to be a woman in the construction industry and why she loves being part of it.
āI love demolition, I love making things look pretty again after.ā
Leanne explains how she feels she can ābe herself and show that women can do just as much as the men.ā
Women made up around 15% of the UK construction workforce in 2025, but only 1 to 2% of on-site trade roles. This, alongside the skills gap in the industry, will be holding the industry back in the future. New minds and fresh perspectives are what the industry needs to continue to evolve.
āYou never know until you try it. You just have to be organised, have the right equipment, and know what youāre doing. Always ask if youāre not sure. Weāre all in the same boat, weāre all grafting and want to get home in one piece.ā