Diversity & Inclusion

Building a Culture of Belonging

A global company with global customers, helping to solve complex global challenges, Doveworth has long been home to colleagues from a multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. We believe that diverse and inclusive companies attract and retain strong talent, foster innovation and creative problem solving, better understand local customers and communities, and offer richer and more rewarding career experiences. Our Vision, Values and Commitments (VV&Cs) set a standard for respecting each other, embracing differences, seeking diverse views, listening to understand, and working together as “One Team.” This begins with ensuring that we create a culture of belonging and an equitable workplace where people feel valued, respected, welcomed, and treated fairly.

Today, we are working to embed the principles of diversity and inclusion even more deeply into Doveworth’s policies and practices. We updated our Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Action Plan, focused on three pillars: Talent, Culture, and Accountability. We also created our D&I Roadmap, setting out specific goals and objectives for each pillar of our action plan. We continue to build on these efforts with a focus on how we hire, how we promote, and how we create a sense of belonging. Doveworth Limited recognizes that diversity and inclusion (D&I) are essential components of our corporate culture and operational success. We understand that a diverse workforce brings together varied perspectives, experiences, and skills that enhance creativity, innovation, and problem-solving capabilities. Our commitment to D&I is not only a moral imperative but also a strategic advantage in the competitive construction industry.

Our Commitment to Diversity

At Doveworth Limited, diversity encompasses various dimensions including race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability status, socioeconomic background, and more. We strive to create an environment where every employee feels valued and respected regardless of their background. This commitment is reflected in our hiring practices, training programs, and workplace policies.

Recruitment Practices: We actively seek to recruit candidates from diverse backgrounds by partnering with organizations that focus on underrepresented groups in the construction industry. Our recruitment strategies include outreach programs at universities with diverse student bodies and participation in job fairs aimed at promoting inclusivity.

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs): Doveworth Limited supports the establishment of ERGs that provide a platform for employees to connect based on shared identities or experiences. These groups foster community among employees while also advising management on best practices for enhancing workplace inclusivity.

Mentorship Programs: We implement mentorship initiatives designed to support individuals from underrepresented groups within our organization. By pairing these employees with experienced mentors, we aim to facilitate professional development and career advancement opportunities.

Inclusion Initiatives

Inclusion is about creating an environment where all employees feel they belong and can contribute fully to the organization’s success. At Doveworth Limited, we promote inclusion through various initiatives:

Training & Development: We provide ongoing training focused on unconscious bias awareness and cultural competency for all employees. This training helps
foster an inclusive mindset across all levels of the organization.

Flexible Work Arrangements: Understanding that employees have different needs outside of work, we offer flexible working arrangements such as remote work options and flexible hours to accommodate diverse lifestyles.

Feedback Mechanisms: We encourage open communication through regular surveys and feedback sessions where employees can voice their opinions on D&I efforts within the company. This feedback is crucial for continuously improving our practices.

Celebration of Diversity: Doveworth Limited celebrates various cultural events throughout the year to recognize the diverse backgrounds of our workforce. These celebrations help raise awareness about different cultures while fostering mutual respect among employees.

Measuring Success

To ensure accountability in our D&I efforts, we set measurable goals and regularly assess our progress:

Diversity Metrics: We track diversity metrics related to hiring, retention rates, promotions, and employee satisfaction surveys to evaluate how well we are doing in achieving our diversity goals.

Annual Reports: An annual report detailing our D&I initiatives’ effectiveness will be published internally and externally to maintain transparency regarding our commitments.

Continuous Improvement: Based on data collected from metrics and feedback mechanisms, we will continuously refine our strategies to better meet the needs of our diverse workforce.

Doveworth Limited believes that embracing diversity and fostering an inclusive workplace is vital for driving innovation and achieving business excellence in the company’s sector. By committing ourselves to these principles through actionable strategies and continuous evaluation processes, we aim not only to enhance employee satisfaction but also improve overall organizational performance.