Why you want to work here

PCL employees make up the strongest team in the construction industry. They help solve the most complex construction challenges and bring the most ambitious engineering and architectural visions to life. PCL is owned entirely by its employees, which creates an unparalleled team environment focused on achieving common goals.

Who we are

Established in 1906, PCL is a group of independent construction firms carrying out work across Canada, the U.S., the
Caribbean and Australia. 

What we make

PCL is a construction partner providing specialized services related to construction management, design-build, general contracting, integrated project delivery, virtual design and construction, as well as public-private partnerships.

Our top customers 

Algonquin College, Bank of Canada,
Cadillac Fairview, Defence Construction Canada, Infrastructure Ontario, Ivanhoe Cambridge, Morguard, National Arts Centre, Ottawa International Airport, Public Services and Procurement Canada, University of Ottawa.

Our workplace culture

PCL’s employee-ownership model is unique in the construction industry and gives us a strategic advantage. It allows us to directly benefit from the success of the business and provides futher incentive for us to do our best work. Additionally, PCL values people from diverse cultural, educational and experiential backgrounds, and strives to operate a safe and healthy work environment.

Career advancement 

PCL employees have the opportunity and freedom to direct their own career. We offer a broad range of learning opportunities to support our employees’ growth and development. We offer more than 2,000 courses in technical and behavioural areas, and have customized guides to help employees achieve both short and long-term career goals.

Meet the team

Position: Special projects manager

Name: Jordan Latimer

Age: 36

Years at company: 14

Educational background: Bachelor of civil engineering

What do you do on a day-to-day basis at your job?

I prepare and oversee all job submissions and am responsible for staff management and operations of the special projects division. I am also responsible for all active construction projects as well as identifying and pursuing new work.

How did you arrive at your current position? What was your professional or career path?

While I was a student at the University of Ottawa, I completed four consecutive co-operative education terms with PCL as a junior field coordinator. After graduating, I joined the company full time and worked my way up.

What is the best part about your job?

Some of my best memories are the challenges I've faced, and friendships and relationships I've built. Another amazing part about my job is being a part of exciting and meaningful projects in my hometown. These projects are tangible achievements that our team can be proud of and that  I can show my children and hopefully inspire them to follow a similar career path one day.

Name: Justin Houle

Age: 41

Years at company: 16

Educational background: University of British Columbia and Northern Alberta Institute of Technology

What do you do on a day-to-day basis at your job?

I plan and manage construction activities alongside key construction partners and our trades. Through all these activities we always work to promote a safe and collaborative work environment.

How did you arrive at your current position? What was your professional or career path?

I started off at PCL as a summer student and quickly climbed the ranks after completing university. I worked my way up from a field coordinator to superintendent. Through PCL, I was able to try new things and learn new skills.

What is the best part about your job?

Working with incredibly talented people and unlimited resources to effectively complete some of the most challenging projects in the industry .

Perks

• Employee share program

• Paid employee training and development

• Performance bonuses

• Group pension with company match

• Geographic mobility

• Flexible benefits (medical, dental and life insurance)

• Lifestyle spending account / fitness credit (supports personal well-being)