Labor Relations Representative

Requisition ID: 279775 

•  Relocation Authorized: National - Family 
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project 
• Work Location: Kennedy Space C 

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Project Overview:

The ML2 Project involves the design and construction of a launch platform for the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA). The purpose of ML2, located at Kennedy Space Center (KSC), is to provide a launch platform for the Space Launch System (SLS), an advanced launch vehicle that will fill America’s need for deep space missions. ML2 includes many different subsystems that must operate and fit within the constraints of the structure and provide physical interface with KSC launch sites’ ground systems. 

Job Summary:

Assists the Labor Relations Representative or Site Manager in the performance of the Labor Relations function on a field project, including construction, maintenance and operations project or participates in support tasks in an area or home office. Performs research and assists with the preparation of Labor Relations studies and reports, including labor surveys, craft recruiting, wage bulletins, jobsite labor relations action plans, work rules, employment laws, craft training and labor relations orientation. #LI-CL1

Major Responsibilities:

• Maintains frequent contact with Labor Relations Department representatives in other area offices and on field projects to obtain and exchange information on labor and industry trends and practices as required for the preparation of reports and statistics.
• Maintains contact as needed with representatives of construction contractor associations, industry data services and government agencies such as: The Construction Labor Research Council, Bureau of Labor Statistics and State Departments of Human Resources to obtain or verify information on union labor statistics, wage, productivity and construction craft labor data.
• Maintains continuous contact with construction-labor union representatives to ensure work practices are in compliance with labor union contracts, work rules and applicable labor and EEO/AA laws.
• Works with Bechtel’s Procurement and Subcontract personnel on request on material and equipment purchases and on the selection of potential subcontractors.
• Prepares craft labor forecasts and assists with recruiting of the required manual workforce. May coordinate national recruiting efforts for individual jobsites. If craft professionals are recruited from Canada, assists with the preparation of all required documentation for submittal to the Department of Labor and the U.S. immigration office.
• Documents jurisdictional work assignments. Maintains associated reference lists and files.
• Attends meetings with Bechtel’s clients, business development, construction and GBU’s to discuss immediate or anticipated labor problems and the resolution of these issues.
• Assists with the development and presentation of Labor Relations training programs for manual employees and their supervisors. These programs cover issues such as: work rule enforcement, grievance procedures, jurisdictional work assignments and contract EEO/AA policies and practices for manual employees.
• Performs research and develops statistical information and studies on issues such as productivity, labor union or construction industry trends and practices.
• Extracts information from labor union contracts and prepares wage bulletins or wage trend studies.
• Assists with the implementation of jobsite affirmative action goals and DBE contractor outreach programs.
• Follows labor contract negotiation proceedings and disseminates information on progress. Maintains records on contract expiration data.
• Develops knowledge of practical application of federal and state labor laws, EEO/AA legislation and related government policies.
• Monitors work practices daily on a field project and advises Labor Relations Representative or Supervisor of observed and/or anticipated labor problems. Recommends actions to resolve these issues to avoid work stoppages and construction schedule delays.
• Prepares material for and assists with the presentation at pre-job conference meetings with local and international union officials. These meetings cover the scope and description of the project, work rules, and common jurisdictional work assignments. Maintains and records minutes for the meetings.
• Attends meetings with local labor union officials to gain knowledge in the resolution of labor disputes through formal or informal contractual procedures. These meetings cover issues such as: jurisdictional disputes, grievances, etc.
• Along with the jobsite safety representative, responsible for field implementation of ES&H programs as they pertain to BCC craft personnel.
• Responsible for implementing craft Six Sigma programs at the jobsite level. Works with local and regional building trades representatives on Six Sigma initiatives.

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:

• Knowledge of Labor Relations function on field projects.
• Knowledge of domestic labor and employment laws and related legislation.
• Knowledge of contract negotiation practices and formal and informal grievance hearings.
• Knowledge of jurisdictional work assignment practices.
• Knowledge of organizational structure and work practices of labor unions.
• Knowledge of Labor Relations Department organization, policies and practices.
• Skills in written and verbal communication.
• Experience in research developing reports and collecting statistical data.
• The above is normally acquired through:
• Work experience and/or
• A recognized bachelor’s degree in labor relations or business related degree
• Computer knowledge, including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Requires a broad knowledge and understanding of labor relations, including being able to function as a labor relations site representative on medium size construction or maintenance project.
• Able to perform labor surveys, craft training and recruitment with little supervision.
• Experienced in handling craft terminations, pre-job conferences, employee grievances and has participated in contract negotiations.
• Understands working with Local Unions and Building Trades Councils.
• Four or more years’ experience in field and home office Labor Relations.
• Advanced degree in Labor Relations, business or economics is desirable.
• Able to perform labor relations activities under the supervision of Labor Relations Representative in field or home office.

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