Regional Director, Alberta & Prairies

Who is PCA? PCA is a national construction association that represents more than 150 construction contractors across Canada. Our members employ over 40 thousand skilled tradespeople who primarily belong to the CLAC union and other progressive unions. We act as the conduit between our members, government, and industry to help our members grow their business. PCA was founded in 2000 by a small group of like-minded contractors who wanted change: more innovative industry practices and fairer government policies that provide an equal opportunity to build projects and deliver good value on all infrastructure investments. Since our founding, PCA has worked to ensure fair access to work opportunities for our members by promoting a legislative framework and industry practices that establish a level playing field and build a modern, competitive Canadian construction industry. Position Summary Reporting to the Vice President, Public Affairs, this position is a member of PCA’s Policy and Advocacy Team. The role also supports the President & CEO in project owner engagement and member relations. The Regional Director works collaboratively with PCA’s Western/Federal Government Relations Team and other PCA Directors across the organization. The Regional Director, Alberta & Prairies supports and advances PCA’s profile and execution across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, coordinating regional government relations, advocacy, communications, and member engagement in alignment with national strategy. Success in this role requires building and maintaining strong, constructive working relationships with various stakeholders, including, but not limited to, other construction associations, natural resource industry partners, business association partners and PCA’s labour partner(s). Core Job Responsibilities Government Relations, Policy & Advocacy Support and execute PCA’s government relations and industry engagement programs across the Prairies under the direction of the VP, Public Affairs and the President & CEO Lead and provide strategic advice and implementation for priority advocacy files Build and maintain relationships with ministers’ offices, senior officials, MLAs and opposition, agencies/Crown entities (as relevant), and municipal procurement leaders Lead coalition strategy where relevant, and build relationships with key stakeholder partners Plan and execute advocacy days across Western Canada Monitor legislation, regulations, and consultations; prepare briefing notes, submissions, and stakeholder materials reflecting PCA positions and Prairie realities Monitor the competitive landscape, track major projects in development, and identify emerging opportunities or threats to member interests Represent the organization at industry, community, and government events Liaise with the PCA VP Labour Relations on the intersection between development and implementation of public policy and practical realities of labour relations programs and practices Identify emerging issues, reputational risks, and opportunities for proactive engagement Member Relations and Communications Maintain feedback loop with members through regular outreach, visits, issue intake, and follow-through Ensure members are continually updated on advocacy and industry engagement work through regular member communication (member bulletins) and social media Support PCA leadership in strategic relationships Plan and deliver regional member events, roundtables, GR “days,” and stakeholder briefings Identify and advance joint PCA–labour partner opportunities that strengthen member value and regional influence, ensuring coordination and alignment on goals and messaging External Communications & Spokesperson Serve as a regional PCA spokesperson in coordination with leadership and communications support Author talking points, media materials, and advocacy content (including social/digital where appropriate)• Support regional digital content creation (including podcasts and blogs as part of PCA’s digital advocacy strategy) to advance advocacy priorities and member engagement Support regional campaign execution (earned media, coalition work, stakeholder engagement) Labour-Partner & Stakeholder Collaboration Maintain a strong, professional working relationship with PCA’s labour partners’ regional leadership and staff across Prairie provinces, including regular touch points, shared planning, and issue coordination Develop and deliver joint initiatives with our labour partner(s) that advance shared policy priorities (e.g., training, labour legislation, labour supply, mobility, safety, and productivity-related messaging, and coordinated stakeholder engagement) Participate in relevant industry groups and conferences; represent PCA on boards/committees where aligned with PCA objectives—including joint representation with labour partners where beneficial and appropriate Qualifications Essential 3+ years in government relations, public policy, or stakeholder relations (provincial/municipal experience strongly relevant) Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience Proven ability to strategize, plan, and execute advocacy initiatives, manage multiple files, and deliver on deadlines Excellent writing and presentation skills (briefing notes, correspondence, stakeholder materials) Demonstrated relationship-building with government and industry stakeholders Highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to quality Service-oriented and motivated to represent and support PCA members Comfortable with mainstream media and effective professional use of social media Ability to travel regularly (approximately 30–40% travel) Desirable (Assets) Knowledge of construction, procurement, infrastructure delivery, and/or construction labour relations Experience in a not-for-profit or membership association environment Personal Attributes Independent and collaborative; confident representing PCA while aligning with national strategy Confident public advocate: willing and able to speak out on regional issues publicly when needed, including proactive media engagement (broadcast/print/digital), staying on-message, and representing PCA’s positions professionally in high-scrutiny environments Strong partnership mindset; comfortable coordinating priorities with aligned stakeholder groups Solutions-oriented, calm under pressure, and focused on execution Adaptable and politically savvy; able to navigate different political environments and stakeholder contexts across three provinces Compensation Compensation is commensurate with industry standards for government relations professionals with comparable experience and responsibilities This role is well-suited to a motivated early-to-mid career professional looking to grow into a senior government relations position. PCA is committed to supporting the successful candidate’s professional development within a collegial, mission-driven team

The Regional Director leads government relations, advocacy, and member engagement across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba to advance PCA's profile. This includes building relationships with government officials, monitoring legislation, and coordinating with labour partners to support the construction industry.

Candidates must have over 3 years of experience in government or public policy relations and a relevant undergraduate degree. Strong writing, presentation, and relationship-building skills are essential, along with the ability to travel 30-40% of the time.

Relevées dans la description du poste. Confirmez les exigences importantes ci-dessus.

• Government Relations
• Public Policy
• Stakeholder Relations
• Advocacy
• Strategic Planning
• Briefing Note Writing
• Public Speaking
• Member Engagement
• Media Relations
• Social Media Management
• Coalition Strategy
• Project Monitoring
• Labour Relations
• External Communications
• Relationship Management

• Government & Public Sector
• Management & Leadership
• Construction
• Consulting
• Legal

Formation minimale

Baccalauréat

Expérience minimale

2+ ans

Postuler avant le

11 sept. 2026

Langue de l’offre

anglais

Heures de travail

40 heures par semaine

Niveau d’expérience

Director

Mode de candidature

La candidature directe est offerte