About

South West Women in Construction is a supportive network for women working in, studying or connected to the construction and built environment sector across the South West.

We bring together women from across the industry to meet, network, share knowledge, build confidence and create opportunities. Our members and supporters come from a wide range of disciplines, including construction, architecture, engineering, surveying, project management, trades, consultancy, education, supply chain and business support.

Whether you are just starting out, developing your career, leading a team or supporting others in the sector, SWWIC offers a welcoming space to connect with people who understand the industry.

SWWIC exists to support, connect and champion women across construction and the built environment.

We want to help create a more visible, inclusive and supportive industry by providing opportunities for women to build relationships, share experiences, access industry insight and feel part of a wider professional community.

Through events, site visits, networking opportunities and collaborative activity, we aim to celebrate the contribution women make to construction while encouraging more women to see the sector as a place where they can belong, grow and succeed.

SWWIC is open to women from any discipline, trade or organisation connected to construction and the built environment.

This includes those working in construction, contracting, architecture, design, engineering, surveying, project management, trades, property, development, consultancy, professional services, education, training, supply chain, manufacturing, marketing, business development, finance, HR and operational support.

You do not need to have a specific job title or level of experience to be part of SWWIC. If you work in, study, support or have an interest in construction, you are welcome.

SWWIC creates opportunities for women across the South West construction community to come together.

Our activity includes networking events, behind-the-scenes site visits, industry talks, panel discussions, opportunities to share knowledge and experience, and collaboration with businesses, education providers and industry bodies.

Our events are designed to be friendly, useful and accessible, helping members to grow their network, learn from others and feel supported within the industry.

Throughout the year, SWWIC organises a varied programme of events, including informal networking, breakfast meetings, site visits, guest speakers and presentations on topical issues affecting the industry.

Our site visits offer members the chance to see projects up close, hear from the teams involved and gain behind-the-scenes insight into construction activity across the region.

We are also happy to promote events and activities organised by other groups within the sector. If you have an idea for an event, or if your organisation would like to host, sponsor or support a SWWIC event, please contact us with your ideas.

Being part of SWWIC is about more than attending events. It is about building a supportive professional community where women can connect, share experiences, ask questions and champion one another.

Our networking events provide a relaxed and welcoming space for members, non-members and supporters to meet others across the sector, develop relationships and discuss ideas, opportunities and challenges.

Construction is a broad, varied and exciting industry, but women are still underrepresented across many areas of the sector.

By creating space for women to connect, share experiences and support one another, SWWIC helps strengthen the regional construction community and contributes to a more inclusive industry.

We believe visibility matters. When women are seen, heard and supported within construction, it helps open doors for others and shows the next generation that there is a place for them in the industry.

There are lots of ways to get involved with SWWIC. You can attend an event, become a member, host a site visit, sponsor an event, share your experience or encourage women in your organisation to join the network.

Whether you are joining us for the first time or have supported SWWIC for many years, we would love to welcome you.

Join SWWIC, view our upcoming events or get in touch to find out more.