Strategic Workforce Manager — Solar Projects (Employee-Owned)

PCL Construction; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership opportunities

Annual discretionary bonuses

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Prescription drug coverage and telemed

Life, AD&D and disability insurance

Paid parental leave

HSA or FSA for healthcare

Mental health and wellness support

Career growth pathways and mentorship

Training through PCL College of Constr

Job summary

PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc. in Katy, Texas seeks a Workforce Manager to lead workforce strategy, planning, and compliance across U.S. Solar projects.

You will forecast staffing needs, guide craft recruiting, and ensure regulatory adherence, while developing scalable processes and talent pipelines. The role offers exposure to apprenticeship programs, sector-scale workforce development, and opportunities to partner with Operations, HR, and Legal.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business, Construction Management, or related field, or equivalent experience preferred.
• 10 years of progressive experience in workforce management, construction workforce operations, human resources, labor compliance, or related field.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience with demonstrated ability to lead and develop multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong knowledge of craft recruiting, workforce planning, construction trades, job classifications, and wage/rate structures.
• Knowledge of IRA, Davis-Bacon Act, prevailing wage, fringe benefits, and apprenticeship requirements.
• Experience researching and applying federal, state, and local workforce requirements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Working knowledge of labor relations, collective bargaining agreements, union environments, employee relations, and applicable labor and employment laws.
• Strong business acumen and ability to translate workforce requirements into practical business solutions.
• Strong analytical, critical-thinking, communication, negotiation, and relationship-management skills.
• Experience developing scalable workforce processes across multiple projects or geographic markets.

Responsibilities

• Lead workforce strategy and planning for U.S. Solar, forecasting workforce needs and supporting project pursuits.
• Lead workforce readiness assessments for new and existing markets, including licensing and local requirements.
• Evaluate labor market conditions and regional wage structures to identify risks and develop staffing strategies.
• Provide leadership for crafting recruiting, onboarding, and workforce administration across U.S. Solar projects.
• Oversee wage structures, job classifications, and rate distribution in partnership with Operations and HR.
• Oversee compliance with Inflation Reduction Act, Davis-Bacon Act, and apprenticeship requirements.
• Lead apprenticeship and workforce-development strategies to support project needs.
• Monitor evolving labor laws and assess impacts on workforce practices and operations.
• Provide guidance on labor relations, performance management, and union-related matters.
• Partner with HR, Legal, Operations on complex workforce and regulatory matters.
• Lead workforce team and ensure consistent execution across projects.
• Analyze workforce metrics to identify risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Lead continuous improvement of workforce programs and controls, including drug and alcohol programs.

Skills

Workforce management

Labor relations

Staff recruitment

Compliance knowledge

Data analysis

Negotiation

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR

Tools

Labor compliance tools

Job description

PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc. in Katy, Texas seeks a Workforce Manager to lead workforce strategy, planning, and compliance across U.S. Solar projects.

You will forecast staffing needs, guide craft recruiting, and ensure regulatory adherence, while developing scalable processes and talent pipelines. The role offers exposure to apprenticeship programs, sector-scale workforce development, and opportunities to partner with Operations, HR, and Legal.