Meet Marissa Alverson, safety coordinator at Rockford, Bachelor of Science Occupational Health & Safety – Grand Valley State University. "There is a misconception that construction jobs are too strenuous for women and that we are not capable of performing in this industry. However, there are so many different jobs in this industry that women excel at, such as drywaller, electrician, plumber, welder, engineer, architect, safety – just to name a few. Companies need to be more conscientious of advertising to both men and women. The skills and talent of a construction worker shouldn’t be based on their gender but their willingness to be a team player, learn and lead.