Labor Relations Manager

Description

• Some travel may be required to attend union meetings, industry conferences, or off-site contract negotiations.
• Managing the expectations of multiple stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, union representatives, plant management, and the broader community.
• Develop negotiation strategies that align company goals with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Analyze, draft, and recommend contract proposals, modifications, and settlement agreements.
• Navigating complex collective bargaining processes involving highly skilled and specialized labor forces.
• Act as the principal company representative in collective bargaining sessions with unions representing plant workers, technicians, engineers, and other staff.
• Maintaining the highest standards of safety and regulatory compliance at all times.
• Collaborate with legal counsel to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor regulations.

Requirements

• Expertise in collective bargaining, contract administration, and grievance resolution.
• Resilient in the face of setbacks or challenging negotiations.
• Strong analytical skills, with the capacity to synthesize complex regulatory, operational, and human factors.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in labor relations, with at least 3 years in a construction, energy, or similarly regulated industrial environment. Nuclear sector experience is highly desirable.
• Bachelor’s degree in Labor Relations, Human Resources, Industrial Relations, Business Administration, or a related field. A master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., SHRM, SPHR) is preferred.
• Thorough understanding of labor laws and regulations relevant to nuclear energy, including OSHA, NRC, and NLRB standards.
• Demonstrated ability to foster constructive working relationships with union leaders and workforce representatives.
• Calm under pressure and able to make sound decisions in high-stakes situations.
• Strict adherence to all safety, security, and confidentiality protocols is essential.
• Leadership presence, with the ability to gain trust and influence at all organizational levels.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive, adaptable, and open to continuous learning.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Must be able to respond to urgent matters after hours or on weekends as needed, particularly during critical negotiations or labor actions.
• Primarily based in an office setting within or near a nuclear facility, with regular visits to operations floors, control rooms, and union offices.
• Detail-oriented, with excellent organizational skills.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance