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YASMIN MERWOOD

TE WHANGANUI-A-TARA /  WELLINGTON CHAPTER CO-CHAIR

What is your current title for work?

Project Manager


Your current organisation for work:

The Building Intelligence Group (TBIG)


How many years have you been in the construction industry:

15


When did you decide working in construction was the thing you wanted to do:

High school


What are you most passionate about?

Communication and scoping (workwise). Art n books (outside work). Getting females into the construction industry in any role and leading roles (NAWIC)


Why did you join NAWIC?

Getting females into the construction industry in any role and leading roles. And for the fun and camaraderie.


What would you like to see for the future of women in construction?

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Words of wisdom or tips for women at the start of or considering a career in construction:

Join NAWIC. Creepy people be creepy, don’t tolerate it - report to NAWIC if needed we can point ya to help or help ourselves. You’ll get to experience things in this industry and go places you never would normally. Have fun with it.


What is your favourite thing to do for fun:

Read books, hang with friends, play indoor netball, travel

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