PCL Construction reviews

4.0

80% would recommend to a friend

(138 total reviews)
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Chris Gower

91% approve of CEO

74% positive business outlook

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5.0
Mar 19, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Employee Ownership – PCL is 100% employee-owned, meaning employees have a stake in the company's success and can benefit from profit-sharing and stock ownership. Strong Company Culture – PCL fosters a supportive work environment with a focus on safety, innovation, and teamwork, making it a great place to build a long-term career. Career Growth & Development – The company invests in its employees through training, leadership programs, and opportunities for career advancement. Competitive Compensation & Benefits – PCL offers strong salary packages, retirement plans, healthcare benefits, and other perks that support employees’ well-being. Diverse & Exciting Projects – Employees get to work on large-scale, high-profile construction projects in various sectors, providing valuable experience and job satisfaction.

Cons

Demanding Workload & Long Hours – Construction projects often require extended work hours, tight deadlines, and occasional weekend work, leading to work-life balance challenges. High-Stress Environment – Working in construction comes with pressure to meet deadlines, manage budgets, and ensure safety compliance, which can be stressful. Frequent Travel or Relocation – Depending on the role and project locations, employees may need to travel frequently or relocate for job assignments, which can be disruptive for families. Physically & Mentally Challenging Work – Construction roles, especially on-site, can be physically demanding, and office roles may involve managing high-pressure situations and coordinating with multiple teams. Project-Based Job Security – While PCL is a stable company, the construction industry is cyclical, meaning job stability can sometimes depend on project availability and economic conditions.

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PCL Construction Response
1y
Thanks for your review! Construction can be challenging but a very rewarding industry. We appreciate your hard work and flexibility in accommodating project needs to help us build a better future for our community.
5.0
Mar 17, 2025

Good

Recommend
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Pros

Good work, good pay, good insurance

Cons

Consistently very late and sometime not professional

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PCL Construction Response
1y
Thank you for your review- our total rewards package really is one of the many great things about working with PCL! If you'd like to provide additional information about your experience, please reach out to your supervisor or our confidential hotline at 1-800-461-9330.
4.0
Feb 7, 2025

Well Established

Recommend
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Pros

I have worked across several districts and found that the majority of folks employed are typically knowledgeable and team players. The benefits package seems to be pretty on par with many other companies of this size. The ESOP program has been quite profitable in my time with the company and helps offset a potentially lower salary when compared to other companies. Lots of opportunity for career growth but need to be willing to make sacrifices (Relocation and Work Hours primarily).

Cons

It seems the base pay is typically below marker average with the idea that the benefits and ESOP programs will bring employees within and possibly exceeding competitions total compensation. Long work hours seem to be an industry norm but work-life balance would use improvement.

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PCL Construction Response
1y
Thanks for your review. At PCL, we use a total rewards compensation strategy consisting of base salary, discretionary performance bonuses, flexible benefits, employee share ownership opportunities, and more to ensure we compensate our employees fairly and reward them for going above and beyond. We also complete research annually to ensure employees are rewarded fairly based on the region. Thank you for helping us build better futures!
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