Employee & Labor Relations Specialist
Bechtel Plant Machinery Inc.

Location: Monroeville, Pennsylvania

Job Title: Employee & Labor Relations Specialist

Status: Full-time Professional

Annual Salary Range: $66,096 - $134,310

*Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Job Summary

As an Employee & Labor Relations Specialist at BPMI, you will perform moderately complex critical business functions to support company operations in areas including, but not limited to employee and labor relations, performance management, leave management, Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Programs, and special projects. This role will provide guidance and support to management and employees, conduct investigations, interpret labor laws and regulations, negotiate collective bargaining agreements, and develop strategies to promote positive employee relations. You will collaborate with HR and business operations to develop and implement policies and procedures that ensure compliance with labor laws and meet organizational needs and objectives.

Essential Duties:

• Investigate complex employee and labor relations concerns by utilizing a deep understanding of laws, regulations, company policy and collective bargaining agreement.
  
• Make recommendations to leadership regarding disciplinary action related to substantiated claims.
  
• Administer the collective bargaining agreement and dur processes. Represent the organization in contract negotiations and grievance proceedings with the labor union.
  
• Develop or modify HR policies, processes, and practices to meet the needs of the organization. Drive the uniform and equitable application of HR policies.
  
• Research and analyze new employment-related laws and regulations, leading HR practices, and recommend policy changes to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
  
• Lead, build, and maintain effective, collaborative working relationships with all levels of company management to develop business solutions, while providing counsel and expert knowledge.
  
• Provide coaching and training for managers on leadership skills.
  
• Consult with legal counsel regarding complex employee relations issues and EEOC charges.
  
• Advise on FMLA, ADA accommodations.
  
• Manage the Performance Improvement Process and outcomes.
  
• Serve as project lead in the preparation of statistical studies, surveys and reports, as needed.
  
• The essential duties identified are representative but are not intended to be an exhaustive or inclusive list of all the responsibilities of the position.
  

What You Can Expect:

• A culture that values people through recognition of accomplishments, work-life balance, and a sense of community.
• A diverse group of talented individuals working toward the common goal of supporting the United States Navy in their pursuit of national security.
• Competitive and attractive pay and benefits with a stable organization.
• Opportunities to participate in BPMI sponsored committees and clubs, each with their own mission and purpose.
• Career advancement and professional development programs.

Minimum Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Employee and Labor Relations, Business Management, or related business field, from an accredited college or university.
  
• A minimum of four (4) years of employee relations experience; at least two (2) of those years of experience working in Labor Relations.
  
• Twelve (12) or more years of completed education and/or relevant experience may be considered to satisfy educational and years of experience requirements.
  
• Requires a security clearance; however, all qualified candidates will be considered regardless of their current clearance status. The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy security clearance is required.
  

Preferred Job Requirements:

• PHR or SHRM certification.
  
• Labor relations background with experience in negotiations, leave management, and performance management.
  
• Extensive knowledge of state and federal employment laws.
  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to explain complex and/or private information.
  
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management.
  
• Software skills including use of Microsoft Office, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle.
  

Why BPMI?

Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (BPMI) is a project engineering organization supporting the Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program. BPMI provides design, manufacturing, and supply chain management of the fabrication, testing, delivery, installation, and field support of nuclear power plant components installed in submarines and aircraft carriers. In addition, BPMI provides upgraded replacement components in support of refueling and overhaul activities, and aids in the ultimate storage and disposition of spent naval fuel. BPMI also delivers information technology and operational solutions to the Nuclear Navy, enabling them to fulfill their critical mission.

BPMI is a drug-free workplace. Candidates accepting a job offer will be required to pass a pre-placement drug screening and background investigation. As an employee, you will be required to receive and maintain a security clearance from the United States Department of Energy in order to meet eligibility requirements for access to sensitive information or matter. U.S. citizenship is a requirement for security clearance applicants. All employees are subject to being randomly selected for drug testing without advance notification.

BPMI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.

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