PCL Construction Interview Questions
Updated Mar 2, 2021
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Interviews at PCL Construction
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- Finance/Accounting Co-op (1)
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Anonymous Interview Candidate in Canada
Declined Offer
Neutral
Experience
Application
InterviewI interviewed at PCL Construction (Canada)
It was a video interview via SparkHire where you are recording your answers yourself. For PCL's video interview, only one attempt was allowed and the time limit for each question was also pretty short.
Interview Questions
- What are your top three locations that you want to work at?

Anonymous Interview Candidate in Canada
No Offer
Positive Experience
Average Interview
Application
InterviewI interviewed at PCL Construction (Canada)
It was a very nice process, it was an in person interview where I interviewed with 2 managers and got to know the company well and the managers. It wasn't difficult, I didn't get the position because someone more qualified had applied and got the job.
Interview Questions
- Are you willing to re locate?
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Anonymous Employee in Canada
Accepted Offer
Positive Experience
Average Interview
Application
InterviewI applied through college or university. I interviewed at PCL Construction (Canada)
It had 2 steps, one was a automated on, virtual and then there was another long one with the HR. They were very friendly. one person was asking questions and one was writing notes
Interview Questions
- General questions such as tell me about your self and what are your weaknesses

Anonymous Interview Candidate in Azerbaijan
No Offer
Positive Experience
Easy
Interview
Application
InterviewI applied online. I interviewed at PCL Construction (Azerbaijan) in Feb 2021
First step is to go through a digital interview that contains 4-5 questions. If selected, next step is a real interview (had mine through teams). All things considered the process was not that stressful.
Interview Questions
- Career plans for the future? Not too many difficult questions but it would be beneficial to prepare for some tricky ones.

Anonymous Employee in Canada
Accepted Offer
Positive Experience
Easy
Interview
Application
InterviewI interviewed at PCL Construction (Canada)
Interview went great. Manager was very nice. They asked me questions about my previous jobs, and related to my experiences. It did not feel like I was getting interviewed, felt more like a conversation.
Interview Questions
- What qualities I have that will make me a great fit for the position

Anonymous Interview Candidate in Canada
No Offer
Positive Experience
Average Interview
Application
InterviewI applied online. I interviewed at PCL Construction (Canada)
Interview with Lead Developer and HR on Phone and then an in-person interview: Intro, Behaviour Questions, Technical Questions and more. Interview with Lead Developer and HR on Phone and then an in-person interview: Intro, Behaviour Questions, Technical Questions and more
Interview Questions
- Why do you want to work for PCL?

Anonymous Interview Candidate in Canada
No Offer
Positive Experience
Average Interview
Application
InterviewI applied online. I interviewed at PCL Construction (Canada)
the interview went well. basic the manager went through the resume and ask my past work experience. some behavior questions plus some technical questions. the manager was very nice and friendly. and the total interview took about 30 mins.
Interview Questions
- why you choose PCL, and what are your 3 top skills.

Anonymous Employee in Canada
Accepted Offer
Positive Experience
Application
InterviewI applied online. I interviewed at PCL Construction (Canada) in Jan 2021
A video interview asking some basic questions and an in person interview with behavioural questions! Video interview gave some time to prep but that’s not always the case so be prepared before you hit start :)
Interview Questions
- Why do you think you’ll be a good fit in our organization

Anonymous Interview Candidate in Toronto, ON
No Offer
Neutral
Experience
Average Interview
Application
InterviewI applied through an employee referral The process took 2 weeks. I interviewed at PCL Construction (Toronto, ON) in Oct 2020
First call by the junior HR providing me some information regarding the current opening and discussed what time would I be available for a Phone interview with the main HR and Building Systems Manager

Anonymous Employee in Oakville, ON
Accepted Offer
Positive Experience
Average Interview
Application
InterviewI applied through college or university. The process took 3 weeks. I interviewed at PCL Construction (Oakville, ON)
1 - Resume Submission 2 - Video Interview 3 - Face-to-Face Interview - Very calm and comfortable interview process. The HR manager conducting the interview was receptive and interested. Also, they were open to answer questions about my intentions of being hired after the coop term and how is the company culture and environment. Great Interview.
Interview Questions
- What do you know about PCL and Why you choose PCL for your Coop term?
- Tell me about your career development.
- Tell me about a weakness that you have and how you can improve.
- tell me why you quit your old job?
- What were your roles at your former job?
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