Manager Labor Relations

Enbridge; United States; On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A flexible benefits program

Job summary

Enbridge is seeking a Manager, Labor Relations (US) to provide strategic leadership for labor relations across the United States, supporting our unions and bargaining units. You will lead negotiations, guide contract administration, and advise leaders on business changes affecting represented employees.

Travel about 25% across the US and Canada as needed. A university degree with 8+ years HR experience including 5+ years in labor relations is required; strong knowledge of US labor laws and

Qualifications

• 8+ years of HR experience including at least 5 years in Labor Relations.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. labor relations legislation and federal/state employment laws.
• Experience leading collective bargaining negotiations with significant bargaining units.

Responsibilities

• Lead labor relations activities across the United States with consistent, business-aligned strategies.
• Develop and implement strategic labor relations plans compliant with CBAs and labor laws.
• Guide collective bargaining negotiations and contract administration, including grievances, arbitration, and interpretation.
• Serve as lead negotiator for collective bargaining where applicable and advise on complex LR matters.
• Lead and coach the U.S. Labor Relations team on contract administration and interpretation.
• Advise leaders on business changes impacting unionized employees and maintain strong union relationships with stakeholders.

Skills

Labor relations

Negotiation

Leadership

Communication

Advisory

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, HR, Labor Relations or related field

Graduate degree in business or related discipline (asset)

Job description

Posting End Date: October 28, 2026

Employee Type: Regular-Full time

Union/Non: This is a non-union position

At Enbridge, we are committed to delivering safe, reliable energy while advancing operational excellence, innovation, and sustainable growth. We are looking for a Manager, Labor Relations (US) to provide strategic leadership for labor relations activities across the United States, supporting our various unions and bargaining units.

What You Will Do

• Lead labor relations activities across the United States, ensuring strategies are applied consistently and aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and implement strategic and tactical labor relations plans that comply with collective bargaining agreements and applicable federal and state labor and employment laws.
• Provide strategic direction for collective bargaining negotiations and contract administration, including mid-term bargaining, grievances, arbitration, unfair labor practice charges, and contract interpretation.
• Serve as lead negotiator for collective bargaining negotiations, where applicable, and provide guidance on complex labor relations matters.
• Lead, mentor, and coach the U.S. Labor Relations team on the administration, application, and interpretation of collective bargaining agreements.
• Advise leaders and key stakeholders across the organization on business strategies and organizational changes that impact unionized employees.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with unions and labor relations professionals, support company-union communications and initiatives, participate in M&A activities as required, and monitor labor relations metrics to identify trends and opportunities.

Who You Are

• University degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Labor Relations, or a related field, with 8+ years of Human Resources experience, including a minimum of 5 years in Labor Relations.
• Significant experience managing complex labor relations matters, including grievances, arbitrations, human rights matters, discipline, discharge, and collective agreement interpretation.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. labor relations legislation and applicable federal and state employment laws.
• Demonstrated experience leading collective bargaining negotiations with significant bargaining units and are an effective negotiator and facilitator.
• Proven people leader with the ability to coach, develop, and guide teams while effectively navigating high-pressure and conflict situations..
• Strong communication, relationship-building, influencing, and advisory skills, with the ability to work effectively with leaders at all levels of the organization.
• A graduate degree in business or a related discipline and 10+ years of experience in the gas utilities industry are considered assets.

Working Conditions

• Travel to various locations across Canada and the United States is required, approximately 25% of the time.
• This role operates in a fast-paced environment and requires the ability to manage competing priorities, sensitive labor relations matters, and complex negotiations.
• Flexibility may be required to support collective bargaining, employee relations matters, and other business needs outside of regular working hours.

Physical Requirements include but are not limited to:

• Grasping, kneeling, light - moderate lifting (objects up to 20 pounds), reaching above shoulder, repetitive motion, typing, sitting, standing, visual requirement (able to see screens, detect color coding, read fine print), hearing requirement and the ability to sit at a computer for long periods of time.

Mental Requirements (Both Field & Office) include but are not limited to:

• Ability to: understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information
• Ability to: understand complex problems and collaborate/explore alternative solutions
• Ability to: organize thoughts and ideas into understandable terminology
• Ability to: organize and prioritize work schedule on a short-term basis
• Ability to: make decisions which have moderate impact on the immediate work unit and monitor impact outside this area
• Ability to: understand and follow basic instructions and guidelines
• Ability to: complete routine forms, compose letters, outlines, memoranda and basic reports
• Ability to: communicate with individuals via telephone

Salary

Ranges from $160,000 - $200,000 USD for US locations based upon candidate's experience, skills, and internal equity.

Benefits

A flexible benefits program