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?

"The majority of the people who do the day to day tasks are great people." ((in 106 reviews)); "Great benefits and an awesome work portfolio in Los Angeles" ((in 100 reviews)); "And good pay" ((in 69 reviews)); "great culture and company promotion" ((in 65 reviews)); "Great team and learning environment" ((in 37 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 75 reviews)); "No work life balance" ((in 52 reviews)); "Long hours to be expected for a promotion." ((in 43 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 41 reviews)); "Poor management by HR Department and District Management." ((in 39 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

(1,281 total reviews)

Chris Gower

91% approve of CEO

74% positive business outlook

Company ratings over time

Ratings trend for the last 6 months (1,281 reviews)

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PCL Construction has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 1,281 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

Dec 9, 2021

Amazing

Foreman

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Great job amazing job loved that job

Cons

No cons great company all good super good

PCL Construction Response

4y

Thank you so much for your review!

3.0

Dec 8, 2021

Benefits are amazing

Superintendent

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Awesome benefits and great salary

Cons

Overload of work, management passes work around a lot instead of working on it themselves

PCL Construction Response

4y

We appreciate your feedback. Construction can be a very rewarding and demanding industry. If you require further support, make sure to speak to your manager or your HRPD team.

3.0

Dec 4, 2021

Pretty good company,

Account manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Benefits - extensive and good value Shares - something that makes you want to stay

Cons

Culture - too many people have stayed in the same positions for too long and don’t want change. Management- too many senior managers with little wish to make real change.

PCL Construction Response

4y

Thank you for your feedback. Our benefits and employee ownership program are a couple of things that make PCL a great place to work. There are several processes and resources available regarding career development and goal setting.

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