We are thrilled to announce that SWCA has been honored with two prestigious awards from AEC Advisors in their 2024 State of the Industry Report. SWCA secured top positions in both the Total Combined Index and the Gender Index for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) efforts. This recognition is a testament to our unwavering commitment to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace, aligning perfectly with our North Star of building the best workplace.
ABOUT AEC ADVISORS AND THE AWARDS
AEC Advisors is a renowned organization that provides strategic consulting services to architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) firms. Their annual State of the Industry Report is highly regarded, and in 2024, the report featured data from 340 participating AEC firms that collectively represent $184 billion in gross revenue. DE&I awards are a significant part of this report, highlighting companies that excel in fostering diverse and inclusive environments. The Total Combined Index award recognizes firms that have demonstrated exceptional performance across multiple DE&I metrics, while the Gender Index award specifically honors those that have made significant strides in promoting gender diversity within their workforce.
Quantifying success
- 16% Increase in non-white hires YoY*
- 16 Total Employee Resource Groups
- 11 Inclusion and diversity theme months celebrated
- 55% Percentage of women in workforce*
- 54% Leadership roles held by women*
- 40% Senior leadership roles held by women*
*Metrics represented in SWCA’s 2023 Sustainability Report
WHAT THIS ACHIEVEMENT MEANS FOR SWCA
Winning these awards is more than just a badge of honor; it reflects our Core Values and our #OneSWCA spirit. While we celebrate this incredible achievement, we recognize that our journey is far from over #NeverSettle. We will continue to build on this momentum and strive for even greater heights in DE&I. We have our sights set to make SWCA not just the best workplace, but also a beacon of inclusivity and diversity in the AEC industry #AlwaysLearning #GivesBack.
LOOKING AHEAD
As we celebrate this milestone, we’re committed to harnessing this momentum and pushing for even greater strides in DE&I. This recognition isn’t just a finish line—it’s a launching pad.
For more information on our DE&I commitments, visit our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion page.