Workforce Supervisor

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

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

At PCL Solar Constructors USA 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 it with. That includes you. We are not only investing in what’s next in construction, we are investing in what’s next for your career.

As a Workforce Supervisor for PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc. in Katy, Texas, you’ll have the opportunity to build, support, and inspire high-performing craft teams while ensuring the right people are in the right place to deliver exceptional results.

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
• 401(k) with company match
• Industry-leading medical, dental and vision benefits
• Prescription drug coverage and telemedicine services
• Life, AD&D and disability insurance
• Paid parental leave and family care support
• HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care and transportation
• 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 Supervisor for PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc. within Solar USA contributes to our team:

Responsibilities

• Works closely with project team to review and understand project demands and needs. Facilitates the placement of skilled labor, including transfers between projects, and updates labor tracking systems accordingly.
• Actively sources candidates through a variety of channels to improve candidate quality and maintain a healthy pipeline of candidates for hard-to-fill roles.
• Extends offers and completes all related correspondence and onboarding requirements for skilled craft.
• Coordinates (and may deliver) required safety training for new hires on each jobsite and conducts new-hire orientation that includes compliance with pre-employment testing be complete.
• Provides guidance, coaching, and training on all aspects of career management and evaluations for skilled craft personnel.
• Works with appropriate project and field team members to determine training needs and coordinates safety training for new hires on each jobsite.
• Guides and coaches supervisors through progressive disciplinary process for skilled craft personnel, including the development and delivery of performance improvement and/or progressive disciplinary strategies on employee-relations issues up to and including termination.
• Investigates and evaluates union complaints to determine viability. As a key liaison with union representation, works with unions and management to resolve grievances
• Analyzes, understands, and manages labor agreements.
• Presents the position of the company during arbitration and/or other labor negotiations.
• Works proactively with unions on ways to promote and improve the safety culture, seeking a collaborative approach to improving productivity.
• Assists workforce manager with developing sourcing strategies that support short- and long-term recruitment needs based on project demands.
• Supervises, directs, coaches, trains, and mentors team, including direct and indirect reports.

Qualifications

• Journeyman certificate or postsecondary diploma / degree in a related discipline preferred. Certificate in negotiation or equivalent experience preferred.
• 8 years of progressive experience in lead hand / foreman role and/or labor relations or a related field preferred.
• Ability to tactfully and diplomatically deal with people and act with discretion when handling confidential information.
• Demonstrated track record of industrial craft and professional recruiting.
• Strong business acumen with an understanding of industry practices and new developments.
• Understands and comprehends all labor-agreements and government legislation, and PCL policies and procedures.
• Extensive knowledge of the local and regional apprenticeship and labor programs with all provinces, including up-to-date wage rates.
• Knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE), Workers Compensation, and alcohol and drug testing protocol and laws.
• Extensive experience conducting formal investigations and providing appropriate recommendations.
• Intermediate knowledge of the procedures, practices, and techniques used in collective bargaining and labor management negotiations.
• Experience with litigation and/or mediation for complex employee-relations issues.
• Previous experience working through Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications.
• Ability to mentor and coach craft recruiters and workforce specialists.
• Seen as a trusted advisor with the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to negotiate and present content and ideas that influence a favorable outcome.
• Demonstrated planning, organization, and time-management skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and delegate.

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 PCL Solar Constructors USA 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.

Company: PCL Solar Constructors USA Inc.

Primary Location: Katy, Texas

Job Title: Workforce Supervisor

Requisition ID: 13741