Does PCL Construction pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, PCL Construction employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.8 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at PCL Construction. This rating has decreased by 5% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at PCL Construction?

80% of PCL Construction employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated PCL Construction 3.1 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 3.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at PCL Construction?

Project Coordinator (88) , Field Engineer (78) , Project Manager (68) , Project Engineer (57) , Engineering Student (53) , Estimator (48) , Field Coordinator (47) , Administrative Assistant (28) , Field Engineer Intern (25) , Intern (23) , Carpenter (21) , Laborer (18) , Superintendent (17) , Accountant (16) , Engineer (11)

What are the pros of working at PCL Construction according to real employee reviews?

"Very good benefit program at PCL" ((in 107 reviews)); "The majority of the people who do the day to day tasks are great people." ((in 105 reviews)); "great culture and company promotion" ((in 71 reviews)); "And good pay" ((in 69 reviews)); "Great team and learning environment" ((in 34 reviews))

What are the cons of working at PCL Construction according to real employee reviews?

"Long hours and lots of unpaid overtime (supposed to be compensated with bonus)." ((in 79 reviews)); "No work life balance" ((in 52 reviews)); "And then they will fabricate a story to devalue your skills to keep you in your place and to justify paying you a low salary." ((in 42 reviews)); "Long hours to be expected for a promotion." ((in 39 reviews)); "Upper management is a bit top heavy." ((in 18 reviews))

What are employees saying about PCL Construction layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about PCL Construction layoffs and their outlook for job security at PCL Construction in 2026.

PCL Construction reviews

4.0

80% would recommend to a friend

(1,283 total reviews)

Chris Gower

91% approve of CEO

74% positive business outlook

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PCL Construction has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 1,283 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The PCL Construction employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Servicios de construcción, reparación y mantenimiento industry (3.7 stars).

Reviews by job title

1K reviews

5.0

Apr 13, 2022

Good job

Carpenter

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Lots of work to go around

Cons

I have no bad things to say

PCL Construction Response

4y

Thanks so much for your reivew!

1.0

Apr 13, 2022

I didn't enjoy working in PCL

Project mansger

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

good Benefits and retirement program

Cons

very aggressive culture. everyone is playing something at your back

PCL Construction Response

4y

We are sorry to hear about your PCL experience. If you are comfortable, please provide us with more information at glassdoor@pcl.com.

1.0

Apr 10, 2022

PCL California Buildings Marketing Department Leadership

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Plenty of challenging projects to pursue.

Cons

Super toxic environment in the BD and Marketing group starting from department director and managers.

PCL Construction Response

4y

We appreciate your feedback and will pass this information on to the leadership and HRPD team in California. We will also ensure that those leaders are committed to making a difference and following appropriate OT regulations. If you’d like to provide any additional information please reach out to glassdoor@pcl.com.

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