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Professional Women in Construction

PWC is a national nonprofit organization founded in 1980 to support, advance, and connect women and promote diversity in the architecture, engineering, construction, and related fields. Fourteen industry leaders in Chicago came together in 2021 to extend that mission to the first midwestern chapter. Our vision is implemented by actively engaging our members in career development, hosting events that facilitate connection and foster open conversation, and providing leadership opportunities on member-driven committees. We welcome all genders in our membership - together we can do more to support women in our industry!

We support, advance, and connect women and promote diversity within the architecture, engineering, construction and related industries.

Member Spotlight

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Amy Mayer

Vice President, Construction

Amy Mayer (she/her) is Vice President of Construction at Related Midwest. Since joining the company in 1996, Mayer has worked on projects in Illinois, Michigan, and Colorado and held several roles including project manager, senior project manager and assistant vice president before ultimately ascending to her current position as vice president. She has been integral to the success of numerous luxury residential and mixed-use developments including Landmark West Loop, 500 Lake Shore Drive, the Residences on Lake Shore Park, Park Tower, the Town of Fort Sheridan and the Mayfair.

Mayer is committed to supporting women in construction by providing guidance and mentorship to young women entering the field, helping them to navigate the industry. She is a founding board member of Professional Women in Construction (PWC) Chicago Chapter and PWC National, and a city council member in Geneva, IL.

Mark Your Calendar

Candid Convo

Wednesday, April 9th

8:00 - 9:30am

The DEI Committee and Gold Sponsor Bulley & Andrew's Women's Group host a conversation on How to by an Ally: Leading with Empathy.

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Member Connect

Wednesday, April 23rd

8:30 - 10:00am

Join fellow PWC Members for our Member Connect co-hosted by Cullen CM and Mavrek Development.

This is a PWC Members-Only Event - join today!

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Upcoming Events

Learn more about PWC Chicago and how we support, advance, & connect women & promote diversity within the architecture, engineering, construction & related industries.

PWC Winter Social 2023. Photo © Tipping Point Photography.