PCL Construction reviews

4.0

80% would recommend to a friend

(1,279 total reviews)
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Chris Gower

90% approve of CEO

73% positive business outlook

PCL Construction has an employee rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, based on 1,279 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).

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1K reviews
5.0
Mar 19, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Employee Ownership – PCL is 100% employee-owned, meaning employees have a stake in the company's success and can benefit from profit-sharing and stock ownership. Strong Company Culture – PCL fosters a supportive work environment with a focus on safety, innovation, and teamwork, making it a great place to build a long-term career. Career Growth & Development – The company invests in its employees through training, leadership programs, and opportunities for career advancement. Competitive Compensation & Benefits – PCL offers strong salary packages, retirement plans, healthcare benefits, and other perks that support employees’ well-being. Diverse & Exciting Projects – Employees get to work on large-scale, high-profile construction projects in various sectors, providing valuable experience and job satisfaction.

Cons

Demanding Workload & Long Hours – Construction projects often require extended work hours, tight deadlines, and occasional weekend work, leading to work-life balance challenges. High-Stress Environment – Working in construction comes with pressure to meet deadlines, manage budgets, and ensure safety compliance, which can be stressful. Frequent Travel or Relocation – Depending on the role and project locations, employees may need to travel frequently or relocate for job assignments, which can be disruptive for families. Physically & Mentally Challenging Work – Construction roles, especially on-site, can be physically demanding, and office roles may involve managing high-pressure situations and coordinating with multiple teams. Project-Based Job Security – While PCL is a stable company, the construction industry is cyclical, meaning job stability can sometimes depend on project availability and economic conditions.

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PCL Construction Response
1y
Thanks for your review! Construction can be challenging but a very rewarding industry. We appreciate your hard work and flexibility in accommodating project needs to help us build a better future for our community.
1.0
Mar 11, 2025

The Click

Recommend
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Pros

At least it's a union.

Cons

Working on the guise of safety but then rushing employees that aren't valued to do work without filling in safety assessments. So typically just anything to save their cheeks. It's quite a joke working directly for this company. It would likely do you better to have your experience and training with any other company when on a PCL site. Good luck putting in the effort you do and hoping to see retirement from it. The workplace is also highly stimulated by word of mouth. Disinterested. Management should be lucky I'm rushing through this reveiw and not putting better words into it. This company pretends to value its employees, and even that's an understatement.

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PCL Construction Response
1y
We're sorry to hear you feel that way. The situation you described does not align with PCL's culture and values. If you'd like to provide additional details, please contact us at glassdoor@pcl.com or our confidential hotline at 1-800-461-9330.
2.0
Mar 6, 2025

Not Fulfilling Long-Term

Recommend
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Pros

Nice office, good benefits, some beneficial training courses

Cons

Insufficient training, workload overload so quickly, inauthentic culture

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PCL Construction Response
1y
Thank you for providing a review via glassdoor. PCL's learning and development culture is important to us, and we continue to develop new and innovative ways to keep our teams ahead of the curve. We recommend reaching out to your supervisor, the confidential ethics helpline at 1-800-461-9330, or glassdoor@pcl.com with your concerns.
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