If you are are a white man, this is the place for you! - Project Engineer PCL Construction Employee Review

1.0
4 Oct 2019
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

I wish I could say more here, but every opportunity I have allowed this company, I have been disappointed (disappointed, but not surprised).

Cons

Just take a look at the Senior Leadership profiles and you will see exactly what is represented at PCL...a lot of white men. This company preaches diversity and inclusion, but does not live it. It is VERY apparent in the population, in addition to the raises, bonuses, and opportunities. I am shocked they are able to operate this way in 2019, but just hang around for a while and you will see it instantly. The few minorities are definitely exploited, not rewarded appropriately and the management team just keeps rewarding themselves. Not a place I would recommend working if you are not on board with inequality. Also beware...PCL tries to sell the shares and "employee ownership" as a benefit and it is their excuse for not meeting rival companies salaries. IT IS NOT WORTH IT unless you plan on staying with PCL for 20 years (and maybe even not worth it given the current climate of the company) - do your research! PCL used to be on the Forbes Best companies list, but their rating kept getting worse and of course, they are no longer on the list!

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PCL Construction Response
6y
Thank you for your feedback. At PCL, we recognize the value of diversity and have an ongoing commitment to cultivating and advancing a diverse leadership pipeline. We are working diligently to ensure that our workforce continues to grow and evolve to match the growing diversity of our clients and the communities in which we build. As a company, we are invested not only in ensuring equality, but in advancing equity in our development and succession efforts. Our goal is to not only increase the diversity across the company (at all levels), but to promote a culture of inclusivity, where all employees have the opportunity to participate and contribute their unique skills. We encourage you to discuss any specific concerns and/or ideas you might have about diversity and inclusion at PCL with your district manager and/or your district or regional HR manager.

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