Labour Administrator Student

PCL Construction; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Labour Administrator Student in Edmonton, AB for a 4-month internship starting May 2026. This role involves assisting with the recruitment process, maintaining documentation, and coordinating safety training for new hires. Ideal candidates will be pursuing a degree in Human Resources and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills. The company is renowned for fostering a supportive environment for professional growth and diversity.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a degree or diploma with a Human Resources Major preferred.
• Must demonstrate initiative and the ability to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assists with screening resumes and conducting interviews.
• Maintains an accurate database of potential workers.
• Files necessary documentation related to applications.
• Communicates compensation package to new hires.
• Coordinates safety training for new hires.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Proactive in anticipating needs

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Education

Pursuing a degree or diploma in Human Resources

Job description

Overview

The future you want is within reach.

At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We’re a community of builders committed to building better communities. That’s why we’re always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what’s next in our industry.

We’re also looking at what’s next for you and how we can help you build a career you’re proud of. As a student at PCL, you will get the opportunity for challenging work assignments in a supportive work environment which promotes personal and professional growth.

We are seeking a Labour Administrator Student for our Canadian Industrial Division in Edmonton, AB that is available for 4 months starting in May 2026. This position will be under the direct supervision of the Workforce Manager. As a Labour Administrator Student, you will contribute to our team by:

Responsibilities

• Assists with screening resumes and conducting interviews for available job opportunities.
• Maintains an accurate database of potential workers.
• Files necessary documentation: resumes, jobsite information, apprenticeship, safety tickets, etc.
• Assures constant contact with the labor pool to recruit, interview, and hire the best qualified candidates available to fill job requirements.
• Treats all documentation, wage information, personal information in a confidential manner, and in accordance with PCL policies and guidelines.
• Communicates the compensation package to new hires.
• Confirms technical qualifications with various provincial apprenticeship boards and other certificate issuing authorities.
• Works with team to collect apprenticeship documents.
• Coordinates safety training for new hires as per job requirements.
• Works with team to understand requirements for workers on site.
• Answers daily phone calls and emails from candidates or potential candidates.
• Assists with various department administration tasks when necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

What you will bring to the role:

• Pursuing a degree or diploma with a Human Resources Major preferred.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of various computer programs such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook).
• Must be proactive in terms of anticipating needs and follow-up items for the project team.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality required of work assignments and is independent and resourceful to accomplish day- to-day tasks and assignments.
• Must demonstrate initiative and the ability to handle multiple tasks and changing priorities under tight deadlines, while maintaining a high-degree of accuracy and professionalism.

Next Step

Please note that candidates who have been selected to move forward to the next stage of the recruitment process will receive an email to complete a short online video interview.

PCL is an innovative, employee-owned company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education, and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.

The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants.We make employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] with the position and location you are interested in.

Together, we can build success and a better future. Let’s get started!

Employee Status: Internship Full-Time

Company: PCL Industrial Constructors Inc.

Primary Location: Edmonton, Alberta (Ind Mgmt)

Job: Labour Administrator Student

Requisition: 11055