Construction Workforce Lead

PCL Construction; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership opportunities

Annual discretionary performance bonus

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Life, AD&D and disability insurance

Parental leave and family care support

HSA or FSA for healthcare

Mentorship programs

Job summary

PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc. in Katy, Texas is seeking a Workforce Supervisor to lead craft teams and ensure the right people are in the right place for project success. The role centers on sourcing, interviewing, offers, onboarding, and safety training across projects.

You will mentor supervisors, manage labor relations and union interactions, and coordinate with field teams to drive safety, productivity, and training initiatives in a dynamic construction environment.

Qualifications

• Journeyman certificate or related diploma preferred.
• 8 years of progressive lead hand/foreman experience or in labor relations preferred.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proven track record in industrial craft recruitment and labor relations.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of labor agreements and government legislation.
• Knowledge of local and regional apprenticeship and labor programs with wage rates.

Responsibilities

• Review project demands with the team and place skilled labor accordingly.
• Source candidates through multiple channels to maintain a healthy pipeline.
• Extend offers and complete onboarding for skilled craft personnel.
• Coordinate safety training and new-hire orientation for compliance.
• Coach on career management and performance evaluations.
• Identify training needs and coordinate safety training on each jobsite.
• Guide supervisors through progressive disciplinary processes and performance improvement.
• Investigate and evaluate union concerns and resolve grievances with unions and management.
• Manage labor agreements and participate in arbitration or negotiations.
• Promote safety culture and collaborate with unions to improve productivity.
• Develop sourcing strategies to meet short- and long-term recruitment needs.
• Supervise and mentor teams, including direct and indirect reports.

Skills

Leadership

Recruiting

Labor relations

Communication

Coaching

Safety training

Career development

Negotiation

Mentoring

Project staffing

Education

Journeyman certificate or related diploma

Certificate in negotiation (preferred)

Job description

PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc. in Katy, Texas is seeking a Workforce Supervisor to lead craft teams and ensure the right people are in the right place for project success. The role centers on sourcing, interviewing, offers, onboarding, and safety training across projects.

You will mentor supervisors, manage labor relations and union interactions, and coordinate with field teams to drive safety, productivity, and training initiatives in a dynamic construction environment.