Economic Analyst
The future you want is within reach. Let’s build it together.
At PCL Constructors Inc., part of the PCL Family of Companies (PCL), we don’t just build projects – we build opportunities, careers and communities. We invest in our people and projects, and that shared commitment drives how we work, grow and lead in the construction industry.
We’re a team of builders who care deeply about what we create and who we build with. That includes you. We are not only shaping the future of construction; we are also committed to shaping the future of your career.
As a Economic Analyst for PCL Constructors Inc. in Edmonton, Alberta (Corporate), you will support executive-level decision-making by providing rigorous economic analysis, financial insights, and evidence-based recommendations across government relations, market conditions, and organizational strategy. This role acts as a force multiplier for senior leadership — particularly the Executive Director and CEO — by interpreting complex economic trends and translating them into clear, actionable insights.
Reporting to the Manager, Strategy & Research, this role ensures leadership is making decisions grounded in economic reality. By providing clarity on cost drivers, market trends, and financial risks, the Economic Analyst strengthens strategic planning, improves financial discipline, and enables faster, more informed executive decisions.
Are you a problem solver? Do you have the drive to identify trends and deliver actionable insights? If you are a critical thinker who approaches all tasks with curiosity and energy, this role is for you!
Why Choose PCL?
Build skills. Earn rewards. Grow your career. PCL’s total rewards are designed to support your development, wellbeing and future success because your contributions matter. Our offerings give you the opportunity to:
- Earn competitive wages for your contributions
- Access a comprehensive benefits program, including mental health and wellness support through Employee Assistance Programs
- Join an award-winning employer focused on people, development and well-being
- Access world-class training through PCL’s College of Construction
- Advance your career through clear growth pathways
- Explore opportunities across roles, sectors and regions
Here's how a Economic Analyst for PCL Constructors Inc. within Edmonton NAHQ contributes to our team:
This role is being offer as a 12-month contract role.
Responsibilities
- Produces executive papers, economic outlook briefings, decision decks, and briefing materials that support informed executive decision-making.
- Prepares summaries of macroeconomic conditions, construction market trends, cost drivers, scenario modeling, and rapid-turnaround briefs on emerging economic risks and opportunities.
- Conducts research and analysis on macroeconomic indicators and construction-specific drivers such as materials, labour availability, and supply chain trends.
- Assesses the financial, operational, and strategic impacts of economic and market developments, and develops evidence-based recommendations aligned with enterprise priorities.
- Translates technical economic data into accessible executive-level narratives.
- Gathers input from finance, operations, procurement, strategy, and other stakeholders, consolidating diverse information into integrated analysis.
- Supports leadership in preparing for board discussions, investor conversations, government engagements, and other strategic initiatives.
- Contributes to strategic planning by identifying economic risks, market opportunities, and long-term trends, and supporting scenario-based planning, forecasting, capital planning, and market positioning.
- Monitors economic indicators, construction market trends, competitor activity, labour markets, material pricing, and industry developments, providing early warning on emerging risks and opportunities.
- Drafts economic outlooks, briefing notes, talking points, and executive summaries for leadership, board members, and external stakeholders.
- Supports organizational messaging for government relations and market positioning, ensuring economic analysis is accurate, consistent, and strategically aligned.
Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree or higher in economics, finance, business, statistics, or a related field.
- 5–10 years of experience in economic analysis, finance, strategy, or a related discipline.
- Strategic thinking skills, with the ability to connect economic conditions to business strategy and anticipate implications for the organization.
- Analytical rigor, with strong quantitative skills and comfort with ambiguity, forecasting, and multi-variable economic environments.
- Executive communication skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into concise, decision-oriented messaging.
- Stakeholder engagement skills, with the capacity to work cross-functionally with finance, operations, and leadership teams.
- Business and market acumen, including a deep understanding of economic drivers and their impact on the construction industry and organizational performance.
- Proficiency in leveraging data, reporting, visualization, and AI-assisted research tools to generate insights and support evidence-based decision-making.
Your Work Has Purpose Here
PCL projects are where life happens, where communities connect, careers begin, and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project, we are building something bigger: a future that’s inclusive, resilient and full of opportunity.
At PCL Constructors Inc., we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. We value the diverse experiences, identities and perspectives our employees bring. Employment decisions are based on merit, potential and the drive to make a difference, regardless of race, gender, age, ability or background.
We know everyone’s needs are different, if you require accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@pcl.com and include the position and location of interest.
This recruitment process does not involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants. All hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.
Primary Location: Edmonton, Alberta (Corporate)
Job Title: Economic Analyst
Requisition ID: 13220