Pension and Benefits Manager

**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. We are seeking a Pension and Benefits Manager based out of our North American Head Quarters in Edmonton. The Pension and Benefits Manager works closely with the Compensation Manager and is responsible for leading the development, execution and monitoring of total rewards programs (pension and benefits) in alignment with sector and company strategies and priorities. Reporting to the Director HR Services this role requires an individual who thrives on challenge, is analytical and organized with a passion for HR and Total Rewards, with a proven track record of successfully partnering with stakeholders at all levels of the organization, to position PCL as an employer of choice.

Here's how a Pension and Benefits Manager for our Edmonton NAHQ office contributes to our team:
Provides leadership and guidance in all areas of Total Rewards. Leads a team in the development, implementation, and evaluation of company-wide programs and initiatives in alignment with PCL strategy and priorities to position PCL as an employer of choice.

**Responsibilities**:

- Oversees a team of benefits specialists and portfolio and aligns team vision, strategy, and outcomes with organizational goals and business needs.
- Develops and prepares all analysis for pension and benefits materials for approval by stakeholders.
- Oversees the research, analysis, and communication for areas of Total Rewards, including retirement savings, benefits, expatriate benefits, disability, and employee assistance programs; and recognition programs.
- Manages relations with vendors, consultants, and regulatory agencies. Evaluates vendor performance, provides improvement feedback, and makes changes as necessary.
- Designs programs and policies focusing on cost-effectiveness as well as market competitiveness.
- Oversees all education, documents, analysis, and reporting requirements related to Total Rewards. Operates as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for PCL, providing education, analysis, and other support as needed.
- Oversees the analysis of market trends, best practices, and the programs and plans of other institutions in the specific construction industry and general market.
- Manages the reporting and analytics function for pension and benefits.
- Supervises, directs, coaches, trains, and mentors a team, including direct and indirect reports.

**Qualifications**:

- Postsecondary diploma or degree in human resources or related discipline.
- 3+ years of supervisory experience preferred; 8+ years of progressive experience preferred; generalist HR experience an asset.
- Exposure to leading edge Total Rewards (pension and benefits) concepts and systems preferably within a large and sophisticated organization
- Demonstrated leadership skills and superior interpersonal and influencing skills
- Demonstrated understanding of principles, practices, procedures related to Total Rewards (pension and benefits) and applicable legislation.
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills, with the ability to communicate complex ideas and concepts clearly and concisely.
- Advanced analytical skills, with the ability to conduct program assessment, market data analysis, and program-related trend statistical analysis.
- Ability to understand and interpret stakeholder needs and make recommendations that support the project objectives.

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, retiremen