Labor Relations Manager

Overview

Manages daily labor relations, contract compliance, grievances, and budgeting.

Key Responsibilities

• cost monitoring
• budget preparation
• policy development
• contract analysis
• statistical reporting
• client guidance

Tasks

-Furnishes information, such as reference documents and statistical data concerning labor legislation, labor market conditions, prevailing union and management practices, wage and salary surveys, and employee benefits programs, for use in review of current contract provisions and proposed changes. -Monitor and analyze costs, oversee preparation of budget and coordinate activities of department with related activities of other departments to ensure efficiency and economy. -Establishes and maintains satisfactory labor-management relations at all levels, interprets the collective bargaining agreements, administers grievance procedures including arbitrations, and assists all levels of management and personnel on labor matters to ensure compliance with CBAs and competitive compensation for craft employees. -Organizes/coordinates resources to ensure effective production of services, resolution of problems, and preparation of schedules and setting deadlines to ensure timely completion of work. -Assists with evaluation, development, and implementation of department policies, practices, and procedures to ensure compliance with terms of labor contract provisions, including wages, hours, and working conditions and applicable law in attainment of operating goals -Provides internal clients and departments with interpretation and communication of changes in CBA wages, prevailing wage information, and contractual terms and guidance on potential legal and business risks, as well as brainstorming solutions to complicated situations, research and resolution of certain contractual disputes and obligations. -Analyze collective bargaining agreements to develop interpretation of intent, spirit, and terms of contract to ensure proper compliance and competitive positioning for negotiations; includes preparation of statistical reports, using records of disputes and related labor relations activities to develop strategic bargaining proposals and proactive solutions to reoccurring issues.

Requirements

• 8+ years
• bachelor’s degree
• excel
• contract analysis
• construction
• communication

What You Bring

-8+ years in the field or related industry. -Strong contract analysis and interpretation abilities -Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures -Excellent communication skills, both written and oral -Ability to work with minimal supervision -Strong multi-tasking abilities. -Bachelor’s Degree and or equivalent related experience. -Occasional to moderate travel required. -Attention to detail and accuracy. -Construction industry experience a plus -Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. -Proficient with Excel, Word, etc. -A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected. -Labor Law experience a plus

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About Granite Construction

-Operates as a nationwide leader in construction and infrastructure. -Tackles major transportation, water, and commercial projects with a rich history in shaping vital infrastructure. -Delivers projects that span highways, bridges, tunnels, and water systems, transforming landscapes and cities. -Specializes in both heavy civil and commercial construction, providing integrated services from design to completion. -Known for managing complex, high-impact projects, often taking on the toughest challenges in the construction industry. -Financially stable and performs well in both private and public sectors, backed by decades of experience. -Projects contribute to significant U.S. infrastructure advancements, including major transit upgrades and water conservation initiatives.

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