RISE-Up Construction Leadership Program
Empower. Lead. Build.
Are you ready to take your career in construction to the next level? The RISE Up Construction Leadership Program is designed to help women and people of color gain the technical and leadership skills needed to advance and thrive in the construction industry.
Why Join?
- Build Leadership Skills: Gain tools to effectively lead teams and projects.
- Advance Your Career: Unlock opportunities for growth and recognition.
- Promote Inclusion: Be part of a movement to create a more diverse and equitable industry.
Who Should Apply?
- Women and people of color working in construction.
- Other populations that are under-represented in the industry.
- Emerging leaders passionate about driving change in the industry.
- Professionals ready to gain technical expertise and leadership insight.
Program Highlights:
- Hands-on workshops and mentorship.
- Networking opportunities with industry leaders.
- Tailored training for real-world impact.
How to Get Involved:
For Participants: Apply now to take the next step in your construction career.
For Contractors and Unions: Nominate your up-and-coming leaders and support the next generation of industry leaders.
Let’s Build the Future of Construction Together!
Program Commitment:
• March 27th - Dec 2025
• Class will be held on the last Thursday of each month
• 4:00pm - 6pm
By completing this application, you are agreeing to be available for each training session and additional certification dates.
Please email your filled out application to riseup@anewcareer.org
Application due date: March 7th
RISE Up’s Steps to diversity, equity and inclusion:
Educate Leadership
- Executive Team Training & Coaching
- Organizational Equity Assessment
- Manager Training
Form a Culture Committee
- DEI Committee Training
- Set Goals
- Create Communication Plan
Training For all Staff
- Worker Training
- Bystander Intervention
- Unconscious Bias
- Job Box Talks
Listen To Your People
- Employee Surveys
- Third-Party Reporting
Provide Mentorship & Leadership Development
- Train Mentors
- Set Accountability Requirements
Measure Results
- Set Data and Outcome Measurements
- Create DEI Dashboard
RISE Up can help you develop a plan to recruit, promote and retain a diverse workforce while increasing your bottom line. Contact riseup@anewcareer.org