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CRYSTAL VISION AWARDS
FOR EXCELLENCE
25 Years and Beyond:
Celebrating the Blossoming of NAWIC into
a New Era...
2021 - 2022 ACT CHAPTER ENTRY HANDBOOK
NAWIC
THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF
WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION
AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
TABLE OF CONTENTS
About NAWIC 1
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS Welcome from the NAWIC ACT President
A Message from our Platinum Sponsor
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About the Awards 4
Awards Writing Workshop 6
Crystal Vision Award 7
Construction Businesswoman of the Year 9
Leadership in Construction 11
PLATINUM
Emerging Leader 13
Capital Region Student of the Year 15
Tradeswoman of the Year 17
Mentor of the Year 19
Innovation in the Construction Industry 21
Diversity and Inclusion Award 23
Achievement in Engineering 25
Achievement in Design 27
Entry Guidelines 29
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Conditions of Entry 30
Become a Member 31
2021-2022 NAWIC ACT Award Key Contacts
For any questions, please contact:
Peita de Boer Alex Smith
ACT Chapter President ACT Chapter Events Chair
p.deboer@manteena.com.au alexandra.smith@wsp.com
0403 452 494 0402 194 611
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Awards Force Contact
Siti Mustaffa
siti.mustaffa@bse.com.au
0433 441 350
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2021-2022 NAWIC ACT Awards for Excellence Entry Handbook iii
ABOUT NAWIC WELCOME FROM THE NAWIC ACT
PRESIDENT
NAWIC is a not-for-profit organisation formed to promote OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES 2021 has been another unusual year for the Industry, with More than ever before, we think it’s important to celebrate
and improve the construction industry through the some sectors powering and busier than ever, but others role models; companies, men and women who contribute
advancement of women. ONE suffering from uncertainty and ongoing lockdowns. This to change and help our industry achieve great things.
Breakdown stereotypes to ensure a career is taking its toll on everyone, but the ongoing support
NAWIC offers members an opportunity to expand pathway into the construction industry is NAWIC has received from the local construction industry Everyone involved in the NAWIC Awards leaves with a win.
their personal networks, maintain awareness of accessible for women and students and is has been unwavering. Being nominated is a win, it’s a win to acknowledge your
industry developments, improve skills and knowledge promoted by people who influence their own achievements, it’s a win for the organisations who
and contribute to the advancement of women in the decisions. Thank you to all of our industry partners. We could not do now have more confident and empowered employees.
construction industry. any of this without you. By being a partner of NAWIC ACT,
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you are allowing greater access for your staff and leaders
We achieve this through a variety of professional events, Provide our stakeholders with support, to be part of our programmes, and you are publicly
awards, educational series’, mentoring programs and guidance, networking opportunities, and promoting that you care about creating a culture that is
scholarships. The ACT Chapter is recognised by both professional development initiatives that equal for men and women.
the local government and professional industry as a key align with their needs.
contributor and effective change agent for diversity and The full impact of COVID-19 is yet to be known;
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inclusion. however, the data is revealing that women have been
Build sustainable recruitment and disproportionately affected by unemployment and
Our voice is continuing to grow, and our traction is gaining membership by promoting and economic consequences. ABS reports that the “change in
momentum in the local construction industry within the delivering clear purpose and value to our employee jobs” between 14 March and 18 April 2020 saw
Canberra region. NAWIC ACT aligns with key advocates stakeholders. a decrease of 6.2 per cent for men, against a decrease
PEITA DE BOER
who share the same mission and vision, affording our of 8.1 per cent for women. Women are more susceptible
NAWIC ACT President
members guaranteed support and opportunities, giving FOUR to economic shock, because of concentrated insecure
them a voice on key issues. Collaborate with industry on NAWIC employment arrangements (e.g. casual, contract or part-
initiatives that drive change and deliver time arrangements). As a big driver of the economy,
OUR VISION tangible outcomes. construction can stimulate opportunities for women.
An equitable construction industry where women fully FIVE On the upside; many organisations have witnessed
participate. Develop strong relationships with the an increase in productivity from working from home/
ACT and Commonwealth Government flexible arrangements and the construction industry as a
OUR MISSION to facilitate lasting change through policy whole has benefited from a renewed focus on our most
outcome in the support of the NAWIC important assets, our people.
NAWIC is the advocate for positive change for women in mission.
the construction industry.
2021-2022 NAWIC ACT Awards for Excellence Entry Handbook 2
A MESSAGE FROM OUR ABOUT THE AWARDS
PLATINUM SPONSOR The annual NAWIC ACT Crystal Vision Awards showcases industry advancements and
achievements of women, and for women, in the construction industry.
This partnership between Lendlease and NAWIC ACT helps celebrate our advocacy for a All nominations must be submitted via the online submission process. In order to nominate for an award, the
gender diverse workforce in the building and construction sector nominee must be a current NAWIC member for 2021-2022 financial year. Nominations can either be by the
nominee or for someone else. All entries are judged by high profile judging panel of industry experts.
With a 70-year history in the Australian Capital Territory*, Lendlease
has delivered more than 150 projects that have helped shape the
2020-2021 NAWIC ACT Crystal Vision Awards for Excellence
history and landscape of our region. With each new project, we create
roles and opportunities for increasing diversity and upskilling our
Categories
workforce.
By partnering with NAWIC, we can amplify our voice to advocate CRYSTAL VISION Lendlease
for gender diversity in the building and construction workforce. As
CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS WOMAN OF THE YEAR Construction Control
part of this commitment, we provide our female employees with a
supportive space to grow and develop their knowledge and skills in LEADERSHIP IN CONSTRUCTION Built
the construction industry.
Lendlease Construction Manager and previous NAWIC Award winner, EMERGING LEADER Morris Legal Group
Elyse Howard, encourages her fellow Canberrans to participate in this CAPITAL REGION STUDENT OF THE YEAR Manteena
year’s NAWIC Crystal Vision Awards:
“It has been exciting to see the NAWIC ACT Chapter grow so significantly TRADESWOMAN OF THE YEAR Ginninderry
over the nine years I have been in the Construction Industry. This
MENTOR OF THE YEAR AMA Projects
growth is highlighted by the increased number of award categories
and outstanding nominees for the NAWIC Crystal Vision Awards for INNOVATION IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY Norman Disney & Young
Excellence each year.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION AWARD Monaro Windows
The Awards are the perfect opportunity to celebrate the amazing
women and men in our industry who are knocking down barriers and ACHIEVEMENT IN ENGINEERING Elvin Group
striving for success and equality. I encourage you to participate in the
2021 Crystal Vision Awards by nominating yourself, your team, your ACHIEVEMENT IN DESIGN Aon
colleagues or people you admire within our industry.”
Nominations close 15 October 2021
ELYSE HOWARD
Construction Manager, Lendlease
NAWIC Outstanding Achievement Award Winner - 2019
*since the incorporation of Civil and Civic in 1951.
2021-2022 NAWIC ACT Awards for Excellence Entry Handbook 4
Key Dates for 2021
NOMINATIONS OPEN 26 August
WRITING WORKSHOP 9 September (online)
NOMINATIONS CLOSE 15 October
AWARDS CEREMONY 19 November
Awards Ceremony AWARDS
DATE Friday 19 November 2021
WRITING Member: Free
Non Member: $30
WORKSHOP
TIME 6:30pm - Midnight
Student: Free
VENUE National Arboretum
DRESS Black Tie/Formal RSVP 2 September 2021
admin@nawic.com.au
3pm - 5pm
Thursday 9 Online event
September 2021
understand the awards process and
Learn how to write exceptional award
requirements
submissions for the NAWIC Crystal Vision
uncover your individual talents
Awards.
develop your confidence
create a personal brand statement, and
This workshop will help you:
learn how to stand out.
Sponsored by
2021-2022 NAWIC ACT Awards for Excellence Entry Handbook 6
CRYSTAL VISION ELIGIBILITY
The following conditions apply for who can be entered
JUDGING CRITERIA
Nominations will be assessed in accordance with the
For advancing and furthering the interests of women in the construction industry. into this award category: nominee’s ability to meet the following assessment criteria
and respective weightings:
• Open to any individual, female or male, within
PURPOSE the construction industry • Outline the nominee’s relevant biography and
• Candidates must be based and working in the contributions to the construction industry (i.e.
This award recognises a woman or man, who actively promotes and encourages participation and career progression Capital Region your role, project, organisation, company) (10%)
of women in the construction industry. • Candidates can nominate themselves or be • Demonstrate how the nominee has achieved
nominated by someone else one or more of the following (60%):
Promotion may be by way of establishing policies, supporting legislation and/or creating supportive organisational • Candidates must read and agree to be bound by • Encouraged and empowered women in
structures. the Conditions of Entry the construction industry by establishing
company policy or by initiating legislative
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REQUIRED changes or other changes to an
organisational structure, benefiting
Nominees are required to provide the following as an
women in construction
attachment:
• Achieved a position of significance and
• A summary profile (100 words or less) about authority which has enabled them to
PREVIOUS WINNER PROFILE yourself influence and/or make policy decisions
• A minimum of two written references confirming that are beneficial to women in the
REBECCA POWER the nominee’s contribution to the construction construction industry
2020 CRYSTAL VISION industry and the way in which the contribution • Shown leadership in implementing
is significant initiatives for the betterment of women in
Having to go back to work when her daughter was • A minimum of two photos of the nominee and construction
12 weeks old due to no paid parental leave in the one photo of projects (for use in marketing • Successfully broken barriers with a ‘first’
private sector, Rebecca is dedicated to promoting the material) for women in the construction industry
achievements of women today, to make journey for • Any endorsements/approvals required for the • Describe any lessons learnt and what advice the
women in the future less difficult. photos provided nominee would give to others (15%)
• Describe how the nominee is perceived by their
Rebecca is the first female executive branch manager of colleagues as a positive role model or mentor to
Commercial Infrastructure at Major Projects Canberra. women (15%)
Through this position, she has been instrumental in
enabling female promotions while on parental leave
and increase the proportion of women in a government
branch to over 40% female employees.
2021-2022 NAWIC ACT Awards for Excellence Entry Handbook 8
CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS ELIGIBILITY
The following conditions apply for who can be entered
JUDGING CRITERIA
Nominations will be assessed in accordance with the
WOMAN OF THE YEAR into this award category: nominee’s ability to meet the following assessment criteria
and respective weightings:
• Candidates must play a substantial role within
For the businesswoman who directly contributes to the industry. the organisation • Outline the nominee’s contributions to the
• Candidates must be based in the Capital Region industry and describe their role (20%)
PURPOSE • Candidates must be individual and female • Describe any challenges the nominee has faced
• Candidates can nominate themselves or be and how they overcame them (20%)
This award recognises an outstanding businesswoman who is in a pivotal role in a company, partnership or organisation
nominated by someone else • Describe how the nominee is a role model for
directly related to the construction, infrastructure and development industries.
• Candidates must read and agree to be bound by other women in the industry (20%)
the Conditions of Entry • Describe how the nominee has
A businesswoman who makes a significant contribution to the creation, development or growth of a construction or
contributed to the achievement of the
development related business.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REQUIRED business/organisation addressing the
following as relevant (20%):
Nominees are required to provide the following as an • The nominee’s contribution to the ongoing
attachment: business planning and development of
the organisation
PREVIOUS WINNER PROFILE • A summary profile (100 words or less) about • How the nominee has provided
yourself opportunities for women in their business
TUSH GEREBTZOFF • At least one written reference from a colleague • Demonstrates expansion or increased
2020 CONSTRUCTION BUSINESS WOMAN OF confirming the nominee’s contribution to the turnover of a business
business/organisation and the way in which the • Demonstrate the nominee’s ability to build
THE YEAR
contribution is significant relationships with key stakeholders and how
As the founder of two businesses, in design and • A minimum of two photos of the nominee and they have supported the continual improvement
construction, Tush is one of the only females who owned one photo of projects (for use in marketing of the business/organisation (20%)
and lead construction companies in Canberra. Queen Bee material)
Constructions has grown recently to include large scale • Any endorsements/approvals required for the
projects at the Calvary Hospital. photos provided
Tush also provides opportunities for women within her
business by promoting and providing work experience for
females entering into the construction industry
2021-2022 NAWIC ACT Awards for Excellence Entry Handbook 10
LEADERSHIP IN CONSTRUCTION ELIGIBILITY
The following conditions apply for who can be entered
JUDGING CRITERIA
Recognising exceptional initiative throughout their 5 to 15 years of industry Nominations will be assessed in accordance with the
into this award category:
experience. nominee’s ability to meet the following assessment criteria
and respective weightings:
• Is open to any occupation within the
PURPOSE construction, property, civil or related industries
• Outline the nominee’s contributions to the
is eligible to enter for this award
This award recognises a women with 5 to 15 years of experience in any areas of the construction, property, civil or industry and describe their role (20%)
• Candidates must have between 5-15 years
related industries; who demonstrates exceptional initiative in their fields, communities and places of work. • Describe any challenges the nominee has faced
experience
and how they overcame them (20%)
• Candidates must be based in the Capital Region
• Highlight the nominee’s key skills that will assist
• Candidates must be individual and female
them in being successful in the construction
• Candidates can nominate themselves or be
industry (20%)
nominated by someone else
• Provide an example of the nominee’s commitment
• Candidates must read and agree to be bound
to the construction industry (20%)
by the Conditions of Entry
• Provide an outline of the nominee’s aspirations
and goals for future participation in the
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REQUIRED construction industry and what the nominees
hope to achieve (20%)
PREVIOUS WINNER PROFILE Nominees are required to provide the following as an
attachment:
JILLIAN RHEINBERGER
2020 LEADERSHIP AWARD • A summary profile (100 words or less) about
yourself
• At least one written reference from a colleague
As a senior project manager, Jillian has lead domestic and
confirming the nominee’s contribution to the
international projects in the health, education and vjustice
business/organisation and the way in which the
sector including a projects for the Justice Department in
contribution is significant
New Zealand.
• A minimum of two photos of the nominee and
one photo of projects (for use in marketing
Jillian is passionate about diversity as a past president of
material)
NAWIC Canterbury, a committee chair of NAWIC ACT and
• Any endorsements/approvals required for the
being on panels promoting gender issues for women in
photos provided
the construction industry.
2021-2022 NAWIC ACT Awards for Excellence Entry Handbook 12
EMERGING LEADER ELIGIBILITY
The following conditions apply for who can be entered
JUDGING CRITERIA
Nominations will be assessed in accordance with the
For women in any roles who are demonstrating leadership early in their career. into this award category: nominee’s ability to meet the following assessment criteria
and respective weightings:
PURPOSE • Is open to all women who have worked within
the construction industry in any role for less than • Outline the nominee’s contributions to the
This award recognises and celebrates a woman who is in the first five years of their career and demonstrates exceptional 5 years industry and describe their role (20%)
leadership in her role and personal life. • Candidates must be based in the Capital Region • Describe how the nominee is as a role model
• Candidates must be individual and female for other women in the industry (such as
A woman that is seen as a model for others within the industry, overcomes adversity and utilises her skill and passion • Candidates can nominate themselves or be achievements in chosen field, working with
to influence change within the construction industry. nominated by someone else community, entering a field with limited number
• Candidates must read and agree to be bound by of women etc.) (20%)
the Conditions of Entry • Describe any challenges the nominee has faced
in their role and how they overcame them (20%)
• Describe the nominee’s involvement in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REQUIRED
community and industry activities and any
Nominees are required to provide the following as an opportunities they have had to act as a leader
attachment: (20%)
PREVIOUS WINNER PROFILE • What developments or changes does the
• A summary profile (100 words or less) about nominee want to implement in the industry and
SATOMI HONDA yourself how? (20%)
2020 EMERGING LEADER • At least one written reference from a colleague
confirming the nominee’s contribution to the
Satomi Honda is qualified Geotech engineer and Site business/organisation and the way in which the
Engineer for Kane Constructions, working on mulit-million contribution is significant
dollar projects in Queanbeyan and the ACT. • A minimum of two photos of the nominee and
one photo of projects (for use in marketing
She has dedicated her career to changing perceptions and material)
is an active role model in the industry; challenging barriers • Any endorsements/approvals required for the
faced by women who choose a career in engineering. photos provided
Satomi is hands-on member of NAWIC, Engineers Australia
and is currently a mentor to two young female electricians
at her workplace.
2021-2022 NAWIC ACT Awards for Excellence Entry Handbook 14
CAPITAL REGION ELIGIBILITY
The following conditions apply for who can be entered
JUDGING CRITERIA
Nominations will be assessed in accordance with the
STUDENT OF THE YEAR into this award category: nominee’s ability to meet the following assessment criteria
and respective weightings:
• Candidates must be studying in the Capital
A demonstrated commitment to lifelong learning. Region. • Provide details of the nominee’s commitment to
• Candidates must currently be studying and/or their own lifelong learning (25%)
PURPOSE working in industries that can include, but are • Provide details of the nominee supporting others
not limited to: building, carpentry, plumbing, in their skill development (25%)
This award recognises females in the construction industry who have demonstrated a commitment to lifelong learning
electrician, landscaping, glazier, building design, • Describe a learning experience or project which
through the ongoing development of skills.
civil construction, interior design, construction developed the nominee’s skills (15%)
education, etc. • Describe a particular achievement/challenge
The award encourages women to pursue education and training pathways in broad areas of the industry and mentor
• Candidates must be individual and female the nominee has overcome through the
others down the path of lifelong learning.
• Candidates can nominate themselves or be demonstration higher skill (15%)
nominated by someone else • Provide an outline of the nominee’s aspirations
• Candidates must read and agree to be bound by and goals for future participation in the
the Conditions of Entry construction industry and what the nominee
hopes to achieve (20%)
PREVIOUS WINNER PROFILE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REQUIRED
ASHLEIGH JOHNSTON Nominees are required to provide the following as an
2020 CAPITAL REGION STUDENT OF THE YEAR attachment:
• A summary profile (100 words or less) about
Ashleigh started as a receptionist at the Ginninderry
yourself
project, but when exposed to the construction industry
• At least one written reference from a colleague
and a supportive working environment, she was inspired
confirming the nominee’s contribution to the
to commence a Bachelor of Construction management at
business/organisation and the way in which the
the University of Canberra.
contribution is significant
• A minimum of two photos of the nominee and
Ashley has shown continued dedication and enthusiasm
one photo of projects (for use in marketing
while completing her degree by participating in mentoring
material)
programs, workshops and construction-based events
• Any endorsements/approvals required for the
which has led to her recent promotions at her Ginninderry
photos provided
2021-2022 NAWIC ACT Awards for Excellence Entry Handbook 16TRADESWOMAN OF THE YEAR ELIGIBILITY
The following conditions apply for who can be entered
JUDGING CRITERIA
Nominations will be assessed in accordance with the
Recognising the valuable contribution of a female tradesperson to the industry. into this award category: nominee’s ability to meet the following assessment criteria
and respective weightings:
• Candidates must hold or be in the process of
PURPOSE applying for an ACT trade license, or be a fourth • Give an outline of the reasons the nominee was
year apprentice, and be currently working in the inspired to undertake a trade in the construction
This award recognises the achievements of a female tradesperson who has excelled and significantly contributed to Capital Region in a relevant construction field
the construction industry. industry (25%)
• Trades can include, but are not limited to: • Provide details of the nominee’s industry
builders, carpenters, plumbers, electricians, involvement (25%)
The objective of the award is to encourage women to pursue and establish their careers within the industry. landscapers, bricklayers, machine operators, etc. • Describe an experience or project which
• Candidates must be individual and female developed the nominee’s trade skills (15%)
• Candidates can nominate themselves or be • Describe a particular achievement/challenge
nominated by someone else the nominee has overcome through the
• Candidates must read and agree to be bound by demonstration of higher skill by the nominee
the Conditions of Entry (15%)
• Provide an outline of the nominee’s aspirations
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REQUIRED and goals for future participation in the
PREVIOUS WINNER PROFILE construction industry and what the nominee
Nominees are required to provide the following as an
hopes to achieve (20%)
ANITA HAC attachment:
2020 TRADESWOMAN OF THE YEAR
• A summary profile (100 words or less) about
yourself
Anita is a carpenter who has made an outstanding
• At least one written reference from a colleague
contribution in the construction industry. This includes
confirming the nominee’s contribution to the
her participation in the ‘Women in Trades Program’ and
business/organisation and the way in which the
role in the short film ‘Redraw the Balance ACT’.
contribution is significant
• A minimum of two photos of the nominee and
Anita was the 2019 award recipient from the Construction
one photo of projects (for use in marketing
Industry Training Council for her dedication and effort in
material)
her carpentry apprenticeship.
• Any endorsements/approvals required for the
photos provided
2021-2022 NAWIC ACT Awards for Excellence Entry Handbook 18MENTOR OF THE YEAR ELIGIBILITY
The following conditions apply for who can be entered
JUDGING CRITERIA
Nominations will be assessed in accordance with the
into this award category: nominee’s ability to meet the following assessment criteria
A mentor that has encouraged professional growth of women in the construction industry. and respective weightings:
• Open to individuals, male or female
PURPOSE • Candidates must be based and working in the • Describe the mentoring and demonstrate how
Capital Region this assists employees/trainees/apprentices
This award recognises an individual, man or woman, that is a mentor, assisting and encouraging women in the • Candidates can nominate themselves or be develop skills and leadership qualities (30%)
construction industry. nominated by someone else • Provide details of how the mentoring program/
• Candidates must read and agree to be bound by mentor relationship provides a forum to share
This award promotes investment in the development of women in the construction industry; it acknowledges the the Conditions of Entry experiences, business skills and expertise
outstanding contributions made by the mentor to the professional growth, guidance and betterment of their female to benefit others, particularly women in the
mentees. construction industry (20%)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REQUIRED
• Provide details of successful experiences where
Nominees are required to provide the following as an mentees have gained professional growth
attachment: and guidance in career development or how a
mentor has utilised expertise and networks to
• A summary profile (100 words or less) about assist others and resolve challenges (20%)
PREVIOUS WINNER PROFILE yourself • Provide details of how organisational change
• A letter of reference or endorsement from a has occurred and how the mentor program has
LUCIE HASSALL trainee or mentee in the program benefited women in the construction industry
2020 MENTOR OF THE YEAR • A minimum of two photos of the nominee and (30%)
one photo of projects (for use in marketing
Lucie Hassall is the General Manager for the Centre material)
for Invasive Species Solutions and was nominated by • Any endorsements/approvals required for the
Lendlease for her outstanding commitment to furthering photos provided
others.
Lucie founded the Women in LendLease program - a
female led network focussed on progression and retention
of women within all roles in Lendlease.
Lucie has mentored female colleges over many years,
many whom have gone on to take leadership roles within
the construction industry and driving impact and change
in their own right.
2021-2022 NAWIC ACT Awards for Excellence Entry Handbook 20INNOVATION IN THE ELIGIBILITY
The following conditions apply for who can be entered
JUDGING CRITERIA
Nominations will be assessed in accordance with the
CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY into this award category: nominee’s ability to meet the following assessment criteria
and respective weightings:
• Candidates are to be either based in the Capital
Demonstrated innovation in any implemented ideas that harness change. Region or the innovation must be within the • Describe the context of the innovation and how
Capital Region best practice was achieved (10%)
PURPOSE • Candidates may be either an individual or a • Describe the innovation, focusing on the
company nominee’s contribution (30%)
This award recognises innovations undertaken by women and companies in the construction industry.
• Candidates can nominate themselves or be • Describe the key challenges/technical complexity
nominated by someone else that were faced and how the nominee overcame
The Innovation category will be considered for any implemented ideas that have harnessed change within the
• Candidates must read and agree to be bound by them (30%)
construction industry including but not limited to projects, programs, processes, systems or sustainability.
the Conditions of Entry • Explain how the innovation benefits the
construction industry, the organisation, the
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REQUIRED community, the client or women in construction
(30%)
Nominees are required to provide the following as an
attachment:
PREVIOUS WINNER PROFILE
• A summary profile (100 words or less) about
VANESSA BRADY yourself
2020 INNOVATION IN THE CONSTRUCTION • A Letter of Endorsement from someone involved
INDUSTRY in the innovation who can attest to the nominee’s
role and contribution
As the Project Director for the COVID-19 Surge Centre, • A minimum of two photos of the nominee and
Vanessa was integral in the seven-day turnaround on one photo of projects (for use in marketing
design, partnering with the World Health Organisation. material)
• Any endorsements/approvals required for the
Vanessa’s work on the COVID-19 centre, enabled the ACT photos provided
to deliver the surge centre in record time. The COVID-19
Centre can be demobilised and mobilised quickly and was
built with heavy duty refrigeration panels for durability and
to withstand constant abrasive chemical cleaning.
2021-2022 NAWIC ACT Awards for Excellence Entry Handbook 22DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION AWARD ELIGIBILITY
The following conditions apply for who can be entered
JUDGING CRITERIA
Nominations will be assessed in accordance with the
Demonstrated commitment to increasing diversity and inclusion. into this award category: nominee’s ability to meet the following assessment criteria
and respective weightings:
• Open to any individual, firm, partnership,
PURPOSE company, or organisation within the construction • Outline the nominee’s contributions to the
industry industry and describe their role (20%)
This award recognises an individual (female or male) or an organisation, that has demonstrated a significant commitment • Candidates must be based and working in the • Describe any challenges the nominee has faced
to increasing diversity and inclusion in their workplace or organisation. Capital Region in their role and how they overcame them (20%)
• Candidates can nominate themselves or be • Provide a detailed description of how the
nominated by someone else nominee has demonstrated significant
• Candidates must read and agree to be bound by commitment to increasing diversity and inclusion
the Conditions of Entry in their workplace or organisation through any
one or more of the following (60%):
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REQUIRED • Establishing and implementing a company
policy
Nominees are required to provide the following as an • Developing a diversity and inclusion
attachment: program or initiative
• Championing the transformational change
PREVIOUS WINNER PROFILE • A summary profile (100 words or less) about in organisational culture to increase the
yourself diversity and inclusion of a workplace; or
KANE CONSTRUCTIONS • A Letter of Endorsement from someone in the • Actively promoting diversity and inclusion
2020 DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION AWARD organisation who can attest to the nominee’s in a construction project or organisation
role and contribution wide
Kane Constructions are a multi-award winning, privately • A minimum of two photos of the nominee and
owned commercial construction company in the ACT. one photo of projects (for use in marketing
material)
Over the past two years, Kane has undertaken significant • Any endorsements/approvals required for the
changes to their management team, resource structures photos provided
and culture, focusing on two strategic pillars - gender and
equity.
Through determination and strategic recruitment
strategies, Kane have increased the proportion of female
employment from 6% in 2018 to 44% in 2020.
2021-2022 NAWIC ACT Awards for Excellence Entry Handbook 24ACHIEVEMENT IN ENGINEERING ELIGIBILITY
The following conditions apply for who can be entered
JUDGING CRITERIA
Nominations will be assessed in accordance with the
Recognised achievements in engineering or civil works construction. into this award category: nominee’s ability to meet the following assessment criteria
and respective weightings:
• Open to all women who have worked within the
PURPOSE Engineering industries • Outline the nominee’s contributions to the
• Candidates must be based in the Capital Region industry and describe their role (20%)
This award recognises a woman’s significant achievements through their career path in design engineering, site • Candidates can nominate themselves or be • Describe any challenges the nominee has faced
engineering or civil works construction. This includes both technical and leadership roles. nominated by someone else or an improvement initiated which has changed
• Candidates must read and agree to be bound by the outcome of the project (20%)
the Conditions of Entry • Describe how the nominee is a role model for
other women in the industry (20%)
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REQUIRED • Describe the nominee’s achievements on the
project. Provide measurable examples of these
Nominees are required to provide the following as an achievements (20%)
attachment: • Demonstrate how the nominee has achieved
best engineering practice on the project (20%)
• A summary profile (100 words or less) about
PREVIOUS WINNER PROFILE yourself
• A Letter of Endorsement from someone involved
MICHELLE DIMOSKI in the project who can attest to the nominee’s
2020 ACHIEVEMENT IN ENGINEERING role and contribution
• A minimum of two photos of the nominee and
one photo of projects (for use in marketing
Michelle is a senior geotechnical engineer and is known
material)
for her prompt and precise consulting ability.
• Any endorsements/approvals required for the
photos provided
She is currently working on achieving her charter ship
and works on many large infrastructure projects across
Canberra.
As a NAWIC mentor and NAWIC committee Chair, Michelle
has been instrumental in driving educational courses and
opportunities for women in the construction industry
2021-2022 NAWIC ACT Awards for Excellence Entry Handbook 26ACHIEVEMENT IN DESIGN ELIGIBILITY
The following conditions apply for who can be entered
JUDGING CRITERIA
Nominations will be assessed in accordance with the
Delivering innovative design that responds effectively to the client brief. into this award category: nominee’s ability to meet the following assessment criteria
and respective weightings:
• Candidates should have a significant role in
PURPOSE design and delivery of the project • Provide relevant details of the project, including
• Candidates must be based in the Capital Region any unusual or unique features, restrictions,
This award recognises women in the Capital Region who have made a significant contribution to the design of a project • Candidates must be individual and female technical complexities and other relevant
that has reached practical completion. • Candidates can nominate themselves or be information (20%)
nominated by someone else • Provide details of the successful application of
This award recognises achievement in delivering innovative design, which responds effectively to the client brief. Design • Candidates must read and agree to be bound by innovation to the design of the project (20%)
contributions may include architecture, interior design, landscape architecture, urban design, transport design, artistic the Conditions of Entry • Provide details of the nominee’s role in design
design, heritage design or engineering. of the project, including the nature and extent
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REQUIRED of nominee’s contribution to the design, with
particular emphasis on (20%):
Nominees are required to provide the following as an • The nominee’s application of sound design
attachment: practices and principles
• Any exceptional design outcome achieved
• A summary profile (100 words or less) about • Describe how the nominee achieved satisfaction
PREVIOUS WINNER PROFILE yourself of the client’s functional and aspiration brief
• A letter of reference or endorsement from a for the project, as well as effective consultation
BELINDA BARNES client or someone in the organisation confirming and liaison with the user and other parts of the
2020 ACHIEVEMENT IN DESIGN the nominee’s contribution industry (20%)
• A minimum of two photos of the nominee and • How did the nominee take a considered
Belinda led the design process for Stromlo Leisure one photo of projects (for use in marketing approach to principles of ecologically sustainable
Centre which incorporated careful planning for future material) development and the beneficial impact of the
development within the established Stromlo Forest Park • Any endorsements/approvals required for the design upon the consumer, owner, environment
Master Plan. photos provided and surrounding communities? (20%)
Her insight into the history, context, and future aspirations
as well as championing the use of Glulam timber into the
design has led to the outstanding design outcome for the
Stromlo Leisure Centre project
2021-2022 NAWIC ACT Awards for Excellence / Entry Handbook 28ENTRY GUIDELINES CONDITIONS OF ENTRY
ENTRY PROCESS GENERAL 1. All nominations must comply with the rules stated 10. All winners are required to make a speech upon
on the online awards nomination website. receiving their award.
• Set up a profile, if you don’t already have one, on • References to Capital Region within this Entry 2. Nominees may be self-nominated or nominated 11. NAWIC reserves the right to use any entry in the
the Crystal Vision Online Awards Platform (there Handbook refers to Canberra, Goulburn, Cooma, by another person. (If nominating another person, Awards for promotional and marketing purposes.
is a How To available on the NAWIC website Bungendore, Yass and surrounds. it is recommended that their endorsement is NAWIC will use its best endeavours to avoid, but
under Awards > ACT Awards). • The 2021-2022 Crystal Vision Awards for obtained for privacy reasons). will not be responsible for, any error, omission or
• Start a new entry on Awards Force. Excellence (Awards) are conducted by the ACT 3. Nominees may enter more than one award misrepresentation made in such cases.
• Fill out the required fields in the entry form which chapter of the National Association of Women in category. 12. Nominees are requested to consent to their
include nominee details and written responses Construction (ABN 66 070 113 192), an Australian 4. Nominations are encouraged from both the public contact details being provided to NAWIC’s
to each of the Judging Criteria. public company limited by guarantee (NAWIC). and private sectors who are employed by small, public relations consultants for the purpose of
• The entry needs to address each of the Judging medium or large organisations or those who any Awards-related or general public relations
Criteria, which are detailed under each award JUDGING PROCESS are self-employed. Nominees will be assessed activities (e.g. newspaper articles, television or
category. primarily by reference to their own achievements radio appearances, etc.).
• Upload any additional required documents. The judging process will be as follows: (i.e. their contribution to a project). 13. The judges reserve the right to request further
• Submit entry. 5. Nominees should address all the selection criteria information and documentation from a nominee
• All entries will receive a confirmation email after • The ACT Chapter Council will appoint a panel of described in the nomination form and submission if required.
the nominations close in October 2021. judges document and may provide further information if 14. The judges reserve the right to determine the
• All nominees will be featured on-screen • Each Award will be judged by three judges it is relevant to their submission. eligibility or otherwise of each nomination.
throughout the Awards Ceremony evening. • Judges will independently review the submissions 6. Nominees should be prepared to attend an 15. The judges reserve the right to consider a nominee
• Winners will be announced at the Awards in the Awards Force program and will individually interview and site inspection with the judges from any other award category regardless of
Ceremony. score each Judging Criteria if required, regardless of which category has whether the nomination has been submitted for
• You must be a NAWIC ACT member or become a • Judges may request further information from been entered. This will enable the nominees that award.
member before entering. a nominee and/or may interview nominees if to demonstrate to the judges any unique or 16. Winning entries from past NAWIC Awards may not
required outstanding features of their work and to explain be resubmitted, however, previous entries that
AWARDS FORCE ENTRY SUPPORT • The various panels will be carefully constituted any other relevant matters. did not win may be resubmitted providing the
to ensure that no conflict of interest exists, or is 7. All winners are encouraged to attend at least two nomination complies with the criteria listed for
For queries and support relating to Awards force, please seen to exist additional NAWIC events in your state during the each category.
contact: • The judging panel may consider entries for an financial year. 17. NAWIC reserves the right to extend the final date
alternate award in addition to the nominated 8. The Crystal Vision Award winner in each state will of entry submission, or at its discretion provide
Siti Mustaffa category, if they deem that an entry meets the be expected to speak at at least one NAWIC event extensions to one or more nominees.
siti.mustaffa@bse.com.au requirements for that category. in their state. 18. NAWIC is under no obligation to provide an
0433 441 350 9. All nominees are encouraged to attend the Awards extension to all nominees or publish any extension.
Ceremony.
2021-2022 NAWIC ACT Awards for Excellence Entry Handbook 30BECOME A MEMBER
The National Association for Women in Construction TYPES OF MEMBERSHIP
(NAWIC) is an Australian not-for-profit organisation formed
in 1995 whose mission is to champion and empower NAWIC offer three levels of membership to suit your
women in the construction and related industries to reach individual needs:
their full potential.
• Students/Apprentices
Our members meet and share knowledge, ideas and • Individual
HBDI
solutions in a supportive space, expanding their personal • Corporate
and professional industry networks. Our members are
diverse and varied, they’re like-minded women and men HOW TO JOIN
from all walks of life who have one main thing in common,
WORKSHOP Member: $250
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www.nawic.com.au/membership and select the Non Member: $400
As a NAWIC member, you’re boosting your foundation in membership option that suits you best and follow the
the construction industry and expanding your network. prompts. Student: $200
Membership benefits are diverse and NAWIC is working FOLLOW US
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different areas. NAWIC ACT admin@nawic.com.au
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS Tuesday 14
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• Receipt of the monthly e-news, issued nationally
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• Invitations to Members Only events e.g.
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• Discounted rates to attend NAWIC events We celebrate women. We are bold and brave. your individual thinking preferences across each of
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COMMITTEE THANK YOU
For volunteering your time, energy and skills.
NAWIC ACT only achieves great things because of you.
PRESIDENT Peita de Boer
VICE PRESIDENT Katherine Harris
SECRETARY Tayla Bennett
TREASURER Krystal Hamlyn
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT CHAIR Ingrid Gillingham
EDUCATION CO-CHAIR Emma Sckrabei
EDUCATION CO-CHAIR Nolita Ryan
MARKETING AND MEDIA CHAIR Alannah Andreini
SPONSORSHIP AND INDUSTRY ENGAGEMENT CHAIR Mike Smith
MEMBERSHIP CHAIR Sarah Ackerly
EVENTS CO-CHAIR Amy Bryan
EVENTS CO-CHAIR Alexandra Smith
EVENTS CO-CHAIR Dionne Field
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