Specialist, Labor Relations
Job Summary
- Safety Always.Our number one core value. The safety of our people projects partners and stakeholders is our priority focus today and always.
- Integrity. We leadby example with humility and courage.
- Accountability.Were passionate about delivering on our commitments.
- Inclusion. We provide opportunities where people feel valued supported and empowered to contribute fully.
- Ensure you and your family receive the services and benefits needed to support yourmental emotional and physical well-being.
- Are intentional when it comes to investing in your development. We help you build your career and advance your skills through our Aecon University tuition reimbursement and Leadership Programs.
- Are committed to creating work environments focused onmutual respect teamwork collaboration and new ideas through meaningful initiatives and training partnerships with Veteran groups to ensure we are building with top talent and harnessing our collective strengths within every aspect of our culture.
- Operate responsibly by managing risk safety and environmental considerations across all our projects and surrounding communities.
What is the Opportunity
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Labor Relations Specialist to join our this role you will provide informed guidance on collective agreements support effective labormanagement relationships and contribute to a collaborative work environment across the industry. Reporting to the Labor Relations Manager you will work closely with Labor Relations professionals and operational leaders. Responsibilities include facilitating meetings with unions owners and contractors; conducting research on industry agreements and labor board decisions; and supporting bargaining activities.
What Youll Do Here:
- Provide accurate timely interpretation and guidance on collective agreements for association members.
- Promote early disputeresolution strategies to reduce conflict and maintain positive labormanagement relations.
- Support grievance and arbitration processes.
- Participate in collective bargaining and implementation of new agreements and wage schedules.
- Build and maintain effective relationships with Building Trade Unions and representatives.
- Support members throughout the markup process.
- Stay current on construction industry trends and best practices.
- Deliver training and information sessions on labor relations topics.
- Participate in committees and stakeholder groups.
- Research and compare industry collective agreements and relevant external information for bargaining preparation.
- Participate in multiunion discussions to address jobsite issues.
- Assist with report creation and database maintenance.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
What you Bring to the Team:
- Educational background in Human Resources Labor Relations or Industrial Relations.
- Experience working in labor relations within nuclear or DOE environments.
- Knowledge of the construction sector and building trade unions (asset).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with diverse industry stakeholders.
- Experience in collective bargaining and contract implementation (asset).
- High level of motivation professionalism and willingness to take on challenges.
- Ability to generate and analyze financial information.
- Valid drivers license with the ability to travel frequently.
- Ability to pass DOE security background screening including alcohol and drug testing.
Aecon fosters belonging within and across our organization. We consider all applicants for positions without regard to race color religion sex national origin age mental or physical disabilities veteran status and all other characteristics protected by law.
We are committed to adhering to the objectives and requirements outlined in the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities in a timely manner through the implementation of the requirements of the EEOC and its applicable regulations. Appropriate accommodation under the EEOC will be provided upon request throughout the interview and hiring process.
Required Experience:
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