WBEC-Pacific Supplier Readiness Series: Construction

Building Real Opportunities: A Construction Readiness Session with Skanska, UW Ascend, Cochran and other Construction companies.
About this Event

Join us for a workshop that brings together leading construction companies for a collaborative conversation on supplier diversity, procurement opportunities, and what it truly takes to work with large firms in today’s market.

Designed for women-owned businesses looking to enter or grow within the construction industry, this discussion goes beyond theory. Attendees will gain real insight into upcoming project needs, expectations of suppliers, and how to position their businesses for long-term success with major industry players.

When :
August 27th @ 8:30-10:30 AM

Where:
Skanska USA Building
400 Fairview Ave North
Suite 1000
Seattle, WA 98109

What You’ll Gain

• A clearer understanding of current and upcoming scope opportunities in the construction space
• Insight into how large companies identify, evaluate, and engage diverse suppliers
• Practical guidance on prequalification, readiness, and operational expectations
• Strategies for building strong, sustainable partnerships with larger construction firms
• Direct access to industry leaders who influence supplier engagement and sourcing decisions

What Will Be Covered

Through a panel discussion and interactive workshop format, participating companies will collectively address:

• Supplier diversity in the Seattle and regional construction markets
• How scope needs are defined and communicated
• What WBEs should understand before pursuing opportunities
• Common challenges small businesses face — and how to overcome them
• How operational infrastructure impacts readiness and scalability

Key Takeaways

Attendees will leave with:

• A clear understanding of the pre-qualification process and what large construction firms look for in potential partners
• Practical insight into how to prepare your business for successful partnerships in construction
• Actionable steps to strengthen your operations, credibility, and competitiveness
• Greater confidence navigating relationships with large corporate clients

Bottom Line

This session is ideal for WBEs who want clarity, transparency, and actionable guidance on how to work with major construction companies. If your goal is to be better prepared, better positioned, and more competitive in this space, this conversation is not to be missed.

Seating is limited to 40 seats, get your spot today!

Look forward to seeing you there!