Workforce Development Coordinator

Requisition ID: 286079 

•  Relocation Authorized: National - Family 
• Telework Type: Part-Time Telework 
• Work Location: Reston, VA 

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

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. 

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report. 

Job Summary:

In this role, you will handle project labor relations activities, leading complex employee relations investigations, and resolving employee disputes including work stoppages. You will interpret contracts, enforce work rules, and participate in negotiations. Your work will facilitate positive labor relations on the construction project, minimizing problems that may lead to work stoppages and schedule delays.  #LI-TH1 

Major Responsibilities:

• Interprets and administers labor union contracts and enforces work rules, establishes staffing requirements, and participates in negotiations of labor contracts 
• Works with subcontractor representatives performing work on the construction project to ensure labor contracts are interpreted correctly, and work rules are enforced uniformly 
• Decides on necessary preventative and/or corrective actions to minimize labor problems that may lead to work stoppages and construction schedule delays 
• Conducts and/or provides guidance in conducting informal and formal grievance hearings in accordance with applicable labor union contract procedures 
• Works with local and regional labor union representatives to maintain cooperative labor-management relations on the assigned construction projects 
• Handles Labor Relations activities on small to medium sized project, including resolving work stoppages 
• In conjunction with or under supervision of Legal counsel, testifies on behalf of or represents Bechtel in Arbitrations, negotiations, court proceedings or other hearings 
• Represents the project in LR/IR/WFS activity including employee investigations, reprimands, terminations, communications, and training/coaching 
• Leads moderately complex to complex employee relations investigations and resolves employee disputes. 
• Leads investigations regarding craft employee misconduct or other ER issues, and decides or approves appropriate disciplinary or corrective actions according to the work rules 

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and 10-13 years of relevant experience or 14-17 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Good working knowledge of Building Trade Training and Apprenticeship programs
• A construction trade background   
• Good working knowledge of adult learning and construction training 

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

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

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.

Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com