Jr. Labor Representative

About the Role

In this role, you will monitor work practices daily on a field project and advise superiors of observed or anticipated labor problems. You will support staffing plans, wage trend studies, and the development and presentation of craft training and orientation programs. Your work will contribute to positive workplace relationships by facilitating communication and ensuring compliance with labor laws.

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.

Major Responsibilities

• Performs research and develops statistical information and studies on issues such as productivity, labor union or construction industry trends and practices
• Prepares staffing forecasts
• Maintains associated reference lists and files
• Ensures that LR/IR/WFS activities conform to company and site policies/procedures follows labor contract negotiation proceedings and disseminates information on progress (LR)
• Monitors work practices daily on a field project and advises superior of observed and/or anticipated labor problems
• Recommends actions to resolve these issues to avoid work stoppages and construction schedule delays
• Works with local & regional building trades representatives on process improvement initiatives (LR) and implements them at the jobsite level
• Interfaces with craft workforce, construction leadership, client, and the general public
• Produces various written project and LR/IR/WFS communications
• Supports investigations regarding employee misconduct according to the work rules

Education and Experience Requirements

Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 2-5 years of relevant experience or 6-9 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Working knowledge of construction projects
• Working knowledge of Building Trade Unions an asset
• Good organizational skills
• Self-starter and good time management

Pay

$62,900 - $95,900 annually (salary range is based on market data; final salary offered is determined by education, experience, and qualifications of the applicant.)

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