Labor Relations Manager

Bechtel Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 160,000 - 231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive total rewards

Discretionary bonuses

401(k) plan with matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Bechtel Corporation in the United States is seeking a senior labor relations leader for a major project. You will serve as principal advisor on labor strategy, workforce planning, agreements, risk management, and union relations.

You will develop and implement labor relations programs, maintain constructive relationships with labor organizations, contractors, customers, and regulators, and oversee investigations and compliance on complex EPC/infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 15+ years of labor relations experience.
• Experience negotiating and administering labor agreements on large projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead all project labor relations activities and advise on strategy and workforce planning.
• Develop and implement project labor strategies for safe, productive, and cost-effective execution.
• Lead negotiations and administration of PLAs, CBAs, site work rules, and related agreements.
• Maintain productive relationships with labor organizations, contractors, customers, and regulatory agencies.
• Direct labor assessments, workforce availability studies, wage evaluations, and labor market analyses.
• Resolve disputes, grievances, and jurisdictional issues with minimal impact on performance.
• Oversee labor relations personnel and workforce services staff on the project.
• Advise management on labor risks, productivity, costs, and compliance.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Support recruitment, workforce development, and employee engagement programs.

Skills

Labor relations

Negotiation

Leadership

Policy analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

• Work Location: Various Work Locations USA, Reston, VA
• Reston, VA Location ONLY: Salary Range: $159,700 - $231,000 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)
• Telework Type: Full‑Time Office/Project

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Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

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Project Overview

The project is a 1.3 GW simple-cycle power generation facility located in Millersport, Ohio, being constructed adjacent to a hyperscale data center campus. The facility includes multiple power generation technologies consisting of Solar Titan 130 gas turbines, Siemens SGT800 gas turbines, reciprocating engines, battery energy storage systems (BESS), substations, and associated balance of plant infrastructure.

The scope includes major civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, underground utility, control systems, and commissioning works required to support phased energization and turnover of the facility. Construction will be executed through a combination of direct hire and subcontracted labor supported by modularization, pre-assembly, offsite warehousing, and advanced work packaging methodologies.

Job Summary

Provides strategic leadership for all labor relations activities on a major project or within a business unit. Serves as the principal advisor to project and functional leadership on labor strategy, workforce availability, labor agreements, labor risk management, and union relations. Leads the development and implementation of labor relations programs that support safe, productive, and efficient project execution while maintaining constructive relationships with labor organizations, contractors, customers, and governmental agencies.

Major Responsibilities

• Lead all project labor relations activities and serve as the principal advisor to project leadership on labor strategy, workforce planning, labor agreements, and craft workforce matters.
• Develop and implement project labor strategies to support safe, productive, and cost-effective project execution.
• Lead negotiations, administration, and interpretation of Project Labor Agreements (PLAs), collective bargaining agreements, site work rules, and related labor arrangements.
• Establish and maintain productive relationships with labor organizations, union representatives, contractors, customers, and regulatory agencies.
• Direct labor assessments, workforce availability studies, wage evaluations, and labor market analyses to support project planning and execution.
• Resolve labor disputes, grievances, jurisdictional issues, and workforce conflicts while minimizing impacts to project performance.
• Oversee labor relations personnel and workforce services staff assigned to the project.
• Advise management on labor risks, workforce productivity, craft retention, labor costs, and compliance obligations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws, employment regulations, collective bargaining agreements, and company policies.
• Support recruitment, workforce development, craft training, and employee engagement programs.
• Participate in project planning, staffing forecasts, risk assessments, and business strategy reviews.
• Support investigations involving workforce conduct, workplace complaints, and labor-related matters in coordination with Legal, HR, and project management.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, Construction Management, or related field.
• Typically 15+ years of progressively responsible experience in labor relations, industrial relations, workforce services, human resources, construction workforce management, or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating and administering labor agreements and managing labor relations programs on large construction, industrial, EPC, or infrastructure projects.
• Experience leading teams and managing organizational change in complex project environments.
• Experience working with trade unions, craft professionals, contractors, and project leadership.

Required Knowledge And Skills

• Advanced knowledge of labor relations principles, collective bargaining, grievance administration, and dispute resolution.
• Comprehensive knowledge of construction labor agreements, jurisdictional assignments, wage structures, and workforce planning.
• Thorough understanding of employment legislation and labor compliance requirements.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Ability to analyze workforce trends, labor markets, productivity impacts, and organizational risks.
• Strong influencing skills with senior management, customers, labor organizations, and industry stakeholders.
• Ability to lead complex investigations, negotiations, and conflict‑resolution activities.
• Knowledge of workforce development, craft recruiting, and employee engagement practices.

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

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As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

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

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