The Construction Industry Federation (CIF) had called for sustained strong leadership to further grow the number of women employed in the sector.
The CIF said it is essential to support the drive to meet Ireland's housing, infrastructure and climate challenges.
According to the federation, just 11% of those employed in construction in Ireland are women.
"We can’t afford, economically or socially to draw from only half the population," said CIF CEO Andrew Brownlee.
"The challenge is too big, and the opportunity to attract and retain the best talent to our industry is too important," Mr Brownlee said.
The CIF is hosting an International Women’s Day Summit in Co Meath today.
The event is focussed on highlighting pathways to careers in construction for women including via STEM subjects and construction-related apprenticeships.
"Our industry is changing and evolving every day and we will become even stronger as our workforce diversifies," said Joanne Treacy, Southern Regional Director with CIF.
"Our International Women’s Day Summit, which this year has the theme 'Give to Gain’, will showcase an exceptional line-up of leading female experts to illustrate to women and girls from school-age onwards the vast opportunities a career in construction can bring," Ms Treacy said.
