Celebrating Women in Construction: Steph & Emma at IWEC Electrical Services 

As we mark Women in Construction Week, CCTAL is proud to celebrate the talented professionals across its member companies. This week is an opportunity not only to recognise achievement but also to highlight the diverse and rewarding opportunities the construction sector offers women at every stage of their careers. 

At IWEC Electrical Services, Stephanie and Emma highlight the breadth of roles and the significant contributions women make to our sector. 

Stephanie, Office Manager, plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth delivery of projects from start to finish. Acting as a central coordination point between site operatives, management, wholesalers, and customers, she ensures project details are clearly communicated, accurately recorded, and consistently followed through.  

Her responsibilities include managing purchase orders, entering supplier invoices, processing customer billing, and overseeing project workflows. She coordinates with site managers to track project progress, supports operational decision-making, and ensures documentation is accurate and auditable. Through these tasks, Stephanie minimises delays, strengthens working relationships, and helps maintain the efficiency and reliability of the business. 

Emma, Director, has built her career through strategic leadership, professional development, and broad industry experience covering management, finance, compliance, quality systems, and health and safety. She leads the development and ongoing management of ISO Quality and Environmental Management Systems, embedding them into daily operations to support continual improvement, as well as HR responsibilities. 

Emma also participates in external audits, collaborates with consultants and industry professionals, and ensures compliance with health and safety standards. Additionally, she applies her financial knowledge to support business decision-making and sustainable growth. Her academic and professional qualifications, including an MSc in Management and NEBOSH certification, complement her hands-on experience, allowing her to combine strategic insight with practical application across the business. 

Together, Stephanie and Emma demonstrate that construction success relies on far more than what happens on-site. Project coordination, administrative support, compliance, financial oversight, and leadership are all essential – and women are making an increasingly vital impact in these areas. 

Women in Construction Week is an opportunity to show why women are vital to every part of the sector. With ongoing skills shortages, the need for sustainable building practices, and the rise of new technologies, women are helping fill critical roles – from specialist trades, to project managers, operations leaders, and compliance experts. Their expertise improves efficiency on-site, ensures projects meet quality and safety standards, and drives innovation in how work is planned and delivered. By taking on these roles, women are shaping the future of construction and opening the door for the next generation to pursue rewarding and varied careers. 

At CCTAL, celebrating role models like Stephanie and Emma shows what is possible. Their careers demonstrate that construction is not only accessible to women but is full of pathways to growth, leadership, and long-term success. 

This Women in Construction Week, we recognise the women helping shaping our sector – and encourage the next generation to see construction as a place where they can build not just projects, but careers and confidence.