Construction Manager Technical Advisor (Casual)

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Job Summary:

In this role, you will liaise between engineering and field operations and provide guidance on executing constructability plans. You will lead construction design decisions, interdisciplinary reviews, and project staffing. You will monitor construction performance and review deliverables. You will use your expertise to improve Bechtel’s existing methods by initiating project assessments and implementing improvements.  #LI-CL1

Major Responsibilities:

• Provides strategic guidance to the construction team regarding Labor Relations strategy across projects, business development activities and function initiatives.
• Provides input to strategy to partner with construction contractor associations, industry data services, and government agencies (e.g., CLRC, BLS, State HR Departments), to validate labor statistics, wage data, and productivity benchmarks.
• Utilizes experience to ensure alignment of work practices with labor agreements, work rules, and applicable labor.
• Supports procurement and subcontracting teams by offering insights on labor-related considerations in vendor selection and material/equipment sourcing.
• Develops labor forecasting models and offers recommendations for workforce planning and recruitment strategies, including cross-border labor documentation for Canadian craft professionals.
• Advises on jurisdictional work assignments, maintaining reference documentation and offering interpretation of union agreements.
• Participates in strategic labor discussions with clients, business development teams, construction leadership, and GBU representatives to anticipate and mitigate labor-related challenges.
• Contributes to labor relations training programs, advising on curriculum content related to work rules, grievance procedures, and jurisdictional assignments.
• Provides strategy with  labor contract negotiations during the Business Development phase.
• Offers expertise on labor law compliance, including federal and state legislation, , and related regulatory frameworks.
• Identifies and evaluates labor risks on field projects, advising site representatives on proactive measures to prevent disruptions and ensure schedule integrity.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree and 13- 15 years of experience or 17-19 years of relevant work experience.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Expertise in labor relations within field project environments.
• Strong understanding of labor and employment law, including Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action legislation.
• Familiarity with contract negotiation and grievance resolution processes.
• Knowledge of jurisdictional assignment practices and union organizational structures.
• Proficiency in labor relations policy interpretation and departmental procedures.
• Analytical skills in research, reporting, and statistical evaluation.
• Demonstrated ability to advise on labor relations matters at large construction or maintenance projects.
• Experience conducting labor surveys, facilitating training, and supporting recruitment efforts.
• Background in handling terminations, pre-job conferences, and contract negotiations.
• Familiarity with Local Unions and Building Trades Councils.
• Ability to provide advisory support under the direction of senior Labor Relations personnel

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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