Photo of Sheryl Palmer, Taylor Morrison CEO
(Disclosure: Rose Law Group represents Taylor Morrison.)
By BUILDER
As part of Women in Construction Week, Taylor Morrison—the No. 7 company on the 2023 BUILDER 100 list—highlighted its commitment to introducing females to the construction industry.
Since 2019, the home builder has seen a 185% increase in women in construction roles within the company. As of March, women make up 44% of Taylor Morrison’s overall workforce, four times the construction industry average of 11%, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The company’s C-suite and board of directors also reflect women in prominent roles with Taylor Morrison: CEO Sheryl Palmer is part of the 10% of women CEOs on the Fortune 500, while the Taylor Morrison board of directors boasts an equal male-to-female ratio.
“While women in construction roles could be seen as unconventional by the industry’s historical standards, we are experiencing a meaningful movement of women choosing a fulfilling career in construction at Taylor Morrison,” Palmer said. “Oftentimes people need to see themselves in key roles before going after something new, and Taylor Morrison is proof that people from all walks of life, experiences, and perspectives can enjoy this rewarding career path.”
