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!

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

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Member Spotlight

Heather Rice, Smart Concrete Technologies

"As a woman in the industry I often found myself as the only woman at company meetings and at conferences. It was a male dominated industry, but having 7 brothers and having played on all boys teams as a young girl, this didn't bother me too much."

After many years working for major manufacturers, Heather made the decision to branch out on her own and begin offering Independent Moisture Testing for concrete slabs. Once manufacturers realized Heather had become a “free agent,” she began receiving opportunities to represent various product lines.

Smart Concrete Technologies is a company committed to assisting with all flooring needs - from mitigation and installation to project management. Led by Heather, who is considered an expert by her peers in all things flooring prep, Smart Concrete Technologies does it all with integrity, on-time scheduling, and on-budget competency. Heather's extensive knowledge of the industry and what manufacturers have to offer make her a resource throughout the AEC community.

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Jan 22 I Prospective Member Event

Jan 28 I Member Connect

Feb 5 I Winter Social

2026 events to be shared in mid-December!

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