Bechtel

Junior Field Labor Relations Representative

Bechtel$78K — $119K *
Clay, NY 13041In-Person
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or international equivalent in labor relations, Human Resources, Business, Construction Management, Industrial Relations, or related field preferred; relevant experience may substitute
  • 2-5 years of relevant experience, or 6-9 years of work experience in lieu of a degree
  • Basic understanding of Labor Relations, Human Resources, or construction management
  • Interest in union construction and collective bargaining agreements
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools

Responsibilities

  • Maintain a visible field presence and develop knowledge of project operations and workforce conditions
  • Support workforce information coordination for union referrals and staffing
  • Document and maintain Labor Relations data and documentation
  • Participate in labor meetings and prepare supporting materials
  • Conduct research and prepare summaries on labor trends and agreements

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
  • Generous paid time off (160 hours annually) and nine paid holidays
  • Paid parental leave and discretionary bonuses
  • 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing options
  • Focus on advancing careers and enhancing workplace culture
Full Job Description
Requisition ID: 298182
  • Relocation Authorized: National - Family
  • Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
  • Work Location: Clay, NY
  • Salary Range: 78,000 - 119,000 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)


Project Overview:

Bechtel's Manufacturing and Technology (M&T) Business Unit is designing, building and commissioning a semiconductor fab in Clay, NY. M&T is an exciting and growing business unit that serves customers in the semiconductor, datacenter, life sciences, and electric vehicle markets. M&T strives to exceed our customer objectives through utilizing our agility, innovative technologies, and world class talent. M&T solves the industry's toughest challenges, building both our company and the world for the future. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, the M&T global business unit also includes colleagues working in Arizona, Ohio, Texas, India, and additional project locations around the world.

Job Summary:

The Junior Field Labor Relations Representative is a developmental field Labor Relations position supporting Micron FAB20. Working under the direction of experienced Labor Relations personnel, the role assists with day-to-day administration of the Project Labor Agreement (PLA), applicable collective bargaining agreements, Jobsite Work Rules, craft staffing, union coordination, jurisdictional documentation, grievances, workforce reporting, and field employee relations. The position is designed to build practical construction Labor Relations experience through direct field exposure, structured assignments, and increasing responsibility. #LI-SM2

Major Responsibilities:

  • Maintains a visible field presence and develops working knowledge of project operations, craft work activities, union jurisdictions, and workforce conditions.Assists with administration of the PLA, applicable collective bargaining agreements, local agreements, project procedures, and Jobsite Work Rules.
  • Supports preparation of craft staffing forecasts and coordinates workforce information used for union referrals, recruitment, onboarding, mobilization, layoffs, and demobilization.
  • Maintains workforce data, staffing reports, union referral information, contact lists, meeting records, labor issue trackers, and other Labor Relations documentation.
  • Assists with documenting jurisdictional work assignments and maintaining project jurisdictional records, mark-ups, reference materials, and precedents.
  • Participates in pre-job conferences, union meetings, steward meetings, workforce planning meetings, and labor-management meetings; prepares agendas, supporting materials, minutes, and action-item logs as assigned.
  • Conducts research and prepares summaries involving wages, labor agreements, union practices, workforce availability, apprenticeship programs, labor trends, and project labor requirements.
  • Extracts and organizes information from collective bargaining agreements, wage sheets, PLA provisions, and other labor documents for review by Labor Relations management.
  • Observes field work practices and promptly elevates potential labor issues, inconsistent work-rule application, staffing concerns, jurisdictional questions, or other conditions that could affect workforce stability or schedule.
  • Assists experienced Labor Relations personnel with grievance preparation, fact-finding, employee interviews, documentation review, and meeting preparation.
  • Supports documentation associated with craft coaching, corrective action, attendance, terminations, layoffs, and other employee relations matters in accordance with project procedures.
  • Assists with development and delivery of Labor Relations orientation and training for craft employees and supervisors, including work rules, grievance procedures, jurisdiction, PLA requirements, and supervisor documentation expectations.


Additional Major Responsibilities

  • Coordinates with local union halls and apprenticeship/training programs on workforce readiness, recruiting, training opportunities, and forecasted craft needs as directed.
  • Supports preparation of Labor Relations reports, labor surveys, workforce analyses, presentations, action plans, and management briefings.
  • Develops practical knowledge of federal, New York State, and local labor and employment requirements affecting union construction employees.
  • Supports project safety, respectful workplace, security, quality, and workforce expectations as they relate to craft personnel.
  • Performs other Labor Relations duties and developmental assignments as directed.
  • Attendence accounting for all site craft professionals and administer discipline when appropriate.
  • Develop working knowledge of the Micron FAB20 PLA, Jobsite Work Rules, applicable craft agreements, union jurisdictions, and project Field Labor Relations procedures.
  • Build effective professional relationships with field supervision, craft professionals, union stewards, and local union representatives.
  • Learn to identify potential labor issues early, gather relevant facts, and elevate concerns with clear, objective documentation.
  • Progressively assume responsibility for routine union coordination, workforce reporting, meeting support, jurisdictional documentation, and field Labor Relations matters.
  • Demonstrate sound judgment, professionalism, responsiveness, confidentiality, and a strong commitment to safety, respect, accountability, collaboration, and delivery.


Education and Experience Requirements:

  • Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) in labor relations, Human Resources, Business, Construction Management, Industrial Relations, or a related field is preferred; relevant construction, union, military, workforce, or employee relations experience may be considered in lieu of a degree and 2-5 years of relevant experience or 6-9 years of relevant work experience


Required Knowledge and Skills:

  • Basic understanding of Labor Relations, Human Resources, construction management, employee relations, or a related discipline.
  • Interest in developing knowledge of union construction, collective bargaining agreements, Project Labor Agreements, grievance procedures, jurisdictional practices, and building trades organizations.
  • Ability to learn quickly, ask appropriate questions, follow established processes, and apply guidance consistently.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate professionally with craft employees, supervisors, union representatives, and project leadership.
  • Strong written communication, documentation, research, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain appropriate confidentiality.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced field construction environment and manage multiple assignments and priorities.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams; ability to learn project workforce and reporting systems.
  • Willingness and ability to spend significant time in active construction areas and adjust work hours to support project operations.


Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

At Bechtel, our employees enjoy a competitive total rewards package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, along with optional disability and supplemental insurance options, generous paid time off (160 hours annually, accrued 6.16 hours per pay period), nine paid holidays, paid parental leave, discretionary bonuses, and a well-designed 401K plan with matching and profit-sharing components

About Bechtel

Bechtel Corporation is an American engineering, procurement, construction, and project management company founded in San Francisco, California, and headquartered in Reston, Virginia. It is the largest construction company in the United States and the 11th-largest privately owned American company in 2018. Its headquarters are in the Reston area of unincorporated Fairfax County, Virginia. Bechtel is a global engineering, construction, and project management company, and they are currently working on projects in over 40 countries. The company is organized into five global business units that specialize in civil infrastructure; power generation, communications, and transmission; mining and metals; oil, gas, and chemicals; and government services.
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