Job Description

The future you want is within reach.At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We\'re a community of builders committed to building better communities. That\'s why we\'re always looking ahead, and not just to the next project or what\'s next in our industry.We\'re also looking at what\'s next for you and how we can help you build a career you\'re proud of.Here\'s how a(n) Workforce Supervisor for our Ottawa office contributes to our team:Responsibilities

• Works closely with project team to review and understand project demands and needs and facilitates the placement of skilled labour.
• Extends offers and completes all related correspondence and onboarding requirements for skilled craft employed by PCL through labour unions.
• Provide 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.
• Investigates and evaluates union complaints to determine viability. As a key liaison with union representation, works with union and management to resolve grievances.
• Analyzes, understands, and manages labour agreements.
• Advises management on matters related to the administration of contracts or employee discipline procedures.
• Works proactively with unions on ways to promote and improve the safety culture, seeking a collaborative approach to improving productivity.
• Collaborate with building trade unions and government in support of apprenticeship programs and other development initiatives within the skilled trades in the community.
• Supervises, directs, coaches, trains and mentors team, including direct and indirect reports.
• Effectively communicates with internal and external stakeholders, as required.
• Develops and maintains strong, customer-focused relationships with key stakeholders and all decision makers.
• Values, models and coaches the solution provider and profitability culture.
• Other project/ site duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Journeyman certificate 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 labour relations or a related field preferred.
• Proven experience working within a union environment, understanding union agreements and coordinating with labour relations representatives.
• Ability to tactfully and diplomatically deal with people and act with discretion when handling confidential information.
• Strong business acumen with an understanding of industry practices and new developments
• 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.
• Understands and comprehends all labour-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.
• Demonstrates conflict-resolution skills, problem-solving abilities, and professional judgement.
• Intermediate skills using Microsoft Office Suite and other applicable systems.

PCL is an innovative, employee-owned company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our work powers the infrastructure and utilities that are essential to daily life and our projects are the scene of vacations, careers, education and healing. We are consistently ranked among the best companies to work for because we are committed to supporting and developing our teams.The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.PCL combines numerous pay and benefit strategies to provide a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package. Any salary range displayed by a job board is an estimate. Your salary, which considers your unique qualifications and experience, is just one component of the robust total rewards you\'ll enjoy at PCL. This may include an employee share purchase offering, discretionary annual performance bonus, comprehensive benefits and wellness programs, retirement plan plus matching, and career development programs.Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at with the position and location you are interested in.Together, we can build success and a better future. Let\'s get started!Employee Status: Regular Full-TimeCompany: PCL Constructors Canada Inc.Primary Location: Halifax, Nova ScotiaJob: Workforce SupervisorRequisition: 5669

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