The low participation of women in the construction industry in Chile highlights persistent gender gaps, shaped by stereotypes and prejudices regarding women's skills. This study explores the gaps and challenges faced by female civil construction students at the Federico Santa Maria Technical University, addressing an existing knowledge gap. A systematic review following the PRISMA methodology was conducted, analyzing eight relevant articles. This was complemented by a qualitative survey applied to 47 female civil construction students and ten semi-structured interviews with key female students. The findings reveal that cultural stigma, and the lack of female role models are significant barriers to women's involvement in construction. Nevertheless, factors such as family support, personal interest, and the presence of female professors positively influence their decision to pursue and remain in the field. Despite experiencing harassment, many women feeling supported in their professional environment. This study provides an evidence-based understanding of these disparities and suggests targeted action to foster greater inclusion of women in the industry. Future research should examine the impact of female role models on the recruitment and retention of women in construction careers and develop educational and institutional strategies to close these gender gaps.