April Stewart CONTROLLER | REGENCY CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

As a Controller, I don’t just manage budgets I help build the financial foundation that allows the entire company to succeed. 
 

Twenty years ago, I didn’t just take a job in construction I found an industry that would shape me both professionally and personally. 
Early on, I realized construction is about so much more than materials and schedules. It’s about coordination, leadership, financial discipline, risk management, and teamwork. It requires you to think strategically while still being ready to solve practical, real-time problems. That balance of structure and adaptability fit me perfectly. 
Construction has challenged me to be resilient, decisive, and solution-oriented. It has strengthened my leadership skills and taught me how to stay calm under pressure. This industry demands excellence and I thrive in environments where high standards matter. 
What keeps me passionate after 20 years is knowing the work we do serves a real purpose. We’re not just completing projects; we’re creating spaces where people work, live, and grow. There is pride in building something that lasts something that will impact others long after we’re gone. 
Even now, I’m still learning every day. Construction never stands still. There is always a new challenge, a new regulation, or a new way to improve processes. Growth is constant, and that’s one of the things I love most about this career. 

And to the women entering this industry: construction is demanding, fast-paced, and sometimes high-pressure. There will be moments when you feel tested or underestimated. Embrace those moments. They are not barriers they are building blocks. 
Have confidence. Speak up. Ask questions. Own your expertise. You don’t need to know everything on day one, but you do need to believe in your value. Competence builds credibility, and consistency earns respect. 
Develop resilience. Stay solution focused. Let your work ethic speak for itself. 
Most importantly, build relationships and find mentors who challenge and support you. Construction is built on teamwork and trust and there is absolutely a place for strong, capable women at every level of this industry. 

One of the greatest strengths is communication. Construction requires constant coordination between field teams, project managers, vendors, executives, and clients. Many women naturally excel at clear, direct communication and relationship-building, which helps prevent misunderstandings and keeps projects moving efficiently. 

Construction is demanding, fast-paced, and sometimes high-pressure. There will be moments when you feel challenged or even underestimated. Don’t let that discourage you let it motivate you. Prepare yourself, learn your craft, and stand confidently in your knowledge. Competence builds credibility, and consistency earns respect. 
 
Be willing to ask questions and never stop learning. This industry evolves constantly, and growth comes from staying curious and adaptable. You don’t need to know everything on day one, but you do need to be willing to step forward and take ownership of your role.