Director Compliance position at PCL Constructors Inc. responsible for leading the compliance strategy for enterprise-level governance and ethics framework.
Responsibilities
Lead PCL's enterprise compliance strategy and governance framework, aligning priorities with business objectives and risk management needs.
Drive the ongoing evolution of PCL's compliance program by monitor emerging regulatory developments and industry trends, driving continuous improvement of compliance programs and advising executive leadership on priorities, risks, and opportunities.
Lead enterprise compliance risk assessments and monitoring programs, with a focus on identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks in high-risk areas.
Work with internal and external subject matter experts to monitor evolving laws and regulations across Canada, the U.S., and international jurisdictions and implement appropriate compliance controls.
Partner with Legal to interpret regulatory requirements and integrate them into operations, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Promote a culture of integrity through communications, leadership engagement, employee awareness initiatives, and ethical decision-making practices.
Partner with Human Resources to embed compliance and ethics into talent lifecycle programs, employee learning, workplace conduct, and culture initiatives.
Align investigation protocols, employee relations practices, and policy enforcement processes, leading internal investigations as required.
Support U.S. government contracting compliance programs and ensure compliance requirements are embedded into project governance and execution processes.
Requirements
Undergraduate degree required; Law degree, CPA, or relevant certification (e.g., CCEP) considered an asset.
10+ years of progressive experience in compliance, legal, risk, or a related discipline, ideally within construction, engineering, or project-based industries.
Proven experience building, leading, or maturing enterprise compliance programs.
Strong knowledge of Canadian and U.S. regulatory environments; international regulatory exposure is considered an asset.
Experience leading internal investigations and working cross-functionally with Legal and Human Resources.
Strong Artificial Intelligence literacy and the ability to understand emerging compliance considerations related to technology and evolving business practices.
Excellent judgment, communication, influencing, relationship-building with the ability to support ethical decision-making and practical business outcomes
Benefits
Employee ownership opportunities that build long-term value
Annual discretionary performance bonuses
RRSP, TFSA, Pension Contribution Options
Flexible medical, dental and vision benefits
Prescription drug coverage and virtual care services
Life, AD&D and disability insurance
Paid parental leave and family care support
Health and lifestyle spending account options
Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
Career growth pathways, leadership development and mentorship programs
Access to world-class training through PCL's College of Construction and professional development courses
Ongoing opportunities to learn new skills, explore different roles and grow your career across sectors and regions
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