Workforce Manager

PCL; Montreal; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership opportunities

Annual discretionary performance bonus

RRSP & TFSA benefits

Flexible medical, dental and vision

Life, AD&D and disability insurance

Paid parental leave and family care

Mental health and wellness support

Career growth and mentorship

Job summary

Construction PCL Inc. in Montréal, Quebec, is seeking a Workforce Manager to lead talent sourcing, onboarding, and labor relations for the Montréal district.

You will work with project teams, unions, and management to build strong staffing pipelines and ensure compliance across projects. You will coordinate safety training, performance management, and disciplinary processes, driving a proactive workforce strategy within a 100% employee-owned culture.

Qualifications

• Craftsperson certificate or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• 10 years of progressive experience in lead hand/foreperson role and/or labor relations or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of collective bargaining, labor negotiations, mediation, and investigations is preferred.
• Knowledge of HSE, Workers Compensation, and related laws is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Extend offers and onboarding requirements for crafts persons.
• Actively source candidates through multiple channels to maintain a balanced pipeline.
• Work with project teams to review project demands and needs.
• Ensure safety training and pre-employment testing are completed.
• Lead the collective bargaining team and act as spokesperson for management in labor negotiations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Labor relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Certificate in negotiation

Job description

The future you want is within reach. Let's build it together.

At Construction PCL Inc., part of the PCL Family of Companies (PCL), we don't just build projects -- we build opportunities, careers and communities. We are 100% employee-owned, every employee has a stake in our success, and that shared commitment drives how we work, grow and lead in the construction industry.

We're a team of builders who care deeply about what we create and who we build with. That includes you. We are not only shaping the future of construction, we are also committed to shaping the future of your career.

As a Workforce Manager for Construction PCL Inc. in Montréal, Quebec, you'll have the opportunity to join a fast‑growing team in the Québec market and help create meaningful impact by contributing to the delivery of outstanding projects.

Why Choose PCL?

Choose a career with rewards that matter. PCL's total rewards are designed to support your growth, well-being and future success -- because when you succeed, we all do. Our offerings could include:

• Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
• Annual discretionary performance bonuses
• RRSP, TFSA, Pension Contribution Options
• Flexible medical, dental and vision benefits
• Prescription drug coverage and virtual care services
• Life, AD&D and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave and family care support
• Health and lifestyle spending account options
• Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
• Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
• Access to world-class training through PCL's College of Construction and professional development courses
• Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions

Here's how a Workforce Manager for Construction PCL Inc. within Montreal district contributes to our team:

• Extend offers and ensures that all related correspondence and onboarding requirements for crafts persons are met.
• Actively sources candidates through a variety of channels to improve candidate quality and maintain a balanced pipeline of candidates for hard-to-fill roles.
• Work closely with project team to review and understand project demands and needs.
• Ensure that required safety training for new hires is complete and pre-employment testing is accurately completed.
• Work with appropriate project and field team members to identify training needs and coordinate safety training for new hires on each jobsite.
• Guide and coach supervisors through progressive disciplinary process for crafts persons, including the development and delivery of performance improvement plans and/or progressive disciplinary strategies on employee-relations issues up to and including termination.
• As a key liaison with union representation, work with unions and management to resolve grievances, and investigate and evaluate union complaints for viability
• Analyzes, understands, and handle labor agreements.
• Advance issues that meet predefined criteria and uses judgment to assess risk and sensitivity to discern when to bring forward to labor relations management.
• Advise management on matters related to the administration of contracts or employee discipline or grievance procedures.
• Presents the position of the company during arbitration and/or other labor negotiations. Leads the collective bargaining team as the spokesperson for the management side.
• Works with union to develop project labor agreements to establish rates, travel allowances and any other specific terms.
• Lead all aspects of the administration and implementation of the drug and alcohol programs; this includes training, compliance, and substance abuse assistance.

Qualifications

• Craftsperson certificate or bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred. Certificate in negotiation or equivalent experience preferred.
• 10 years of progressive experience in lead hand/foreperson role and/or labor relations or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience.
• Ability to effectively lead a team comprising of craft recruiters, workforce specialists, and workforce supervisors.
• Seen as a trusted advisor with outstanding relationship leadership skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with key partners and handle confidential information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to negotiate and present content and ideas that influence a favorable outcome.
• Demonstrates knowledge and experience with full-cycle recruitment and development of talent acquisition strategies and Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications.
• Knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE), Workers Compensation, and alcohol and drug testing protocol and laws.
• Extensive experience with collective bargaining, labor negotiations, mediation, formal complex investigations and providing appropriate recommendations.
• Experience building and implementing a labor relations strategy for the organization. Knowledge of the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).
• Experience with succession planning for departments and/or divisions.
• Validated critical-thinking skills.

Your Work Has Purpose Here

PCL projects are where life happens, where communities connect, careers begin, and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project, we are building something bigger: a future that's inclusive, resilient and full of opportunity.

At Construction PCL Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We value the diverse experiences, identities and perspectives our employees bring. Employment decisions are based on merit, potential and the drive to make a difference, regardless of race, gender, age, ability or background.

We know everyone's needs are different, if you require accommodation during the application process, please contact [e-mail] and include the position and location of interest.

This recruitment process does not involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.