Position Duration and Benefits Eligibility:

This is a temporary, term-limited position with an anticipated end date of April 2027. Any Individual hired into this role will not be eligible for benefits.

The Labor Relations Manager is responsible for all aspects of labor relations programs and collective bargaining agreements (CBAs) for WTCC at the Waste Treatment Plant Project (WTP). Administers all policies, standards, and procedures for programs affecting the hours of work, wages, benefits and conditions of union represented/craft employees. Formulates and recommends overall labor relations strategic directions to achieve goals and objectives.

REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in business management, industrial relations, human resources or demonstrated equivalent experience.

Experience: Extensive professional industrial relations, human resources or labor relations experience demonstrating command of labor relations theory and principles.

Minimum 15 years of professional experience demonstrating a successful track record in increasingly responsible roles which includes first chair experience as chief spokesperson in a collective bargaining setting.

Extensive knowledge/experience with applicable employment federal and state laws and requirements. Extensive knowledge and experience with the National Labor Relations Act, Davis Bacon Act and Service Contract Act.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES/TASKS

• Interpret, enforce and administer the Project’s CBA.

• Advise and counsel senior management on labor relations matters.

• Develop labor relations philosophy, visions and goals. Develop collective bargaining strategy in support of overall business objectives.

• Serve as chief negotiator in the conduct of collective bargaining negotiations with designated unions. Develop proposals and counter proposals for negotiation. Provide leadership and consultation to management, stakeholders and members of the bargaining team.

• Represent WTCC in pre-negotiation meetings for Project and national labor agreements. Develop strategies and tactics and lead/participate in the negotiation sessions, representing WTCC independently or as a member of a negotiation team of a Project, regional or national contractor association.

• Represent the Labor Relations Department in business meeting with clients, government representatives and international union representatives.

• Develop and present the operating budget for the Labor Relations Department and ensure that all functions operate within appropriated amounts.

• Research and respond to sophisticated and complex labor relations and employment law issues in a time sensitive manner. Manage and direct responses to union organizing activity and coordinate union election campaigns, including training of management personnel, interfacing with unions and the National Labor Relations Board. Consult with Legal Department as necessary.

• Build and maintain a positive working relationships with various national and/or local labor union organizations and their key representatives to create a positive platform to address issues as they arise and build future positive relationships.

• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate labor relations staff. Mentor, coach, and provide career development counsel to labor relations professionals and other department staff.

• Work with Legal Department representatives on pending legal actions arising from labor disputes. Ensures Legal Department is provided with required documentation. Serve as witness when required.

• Provide strong leadership that promotes the WTP Nuclear Safety Quality Culture by emphasizing the values of safety and quality in the performance of work in order to protect self, others, and the environment.

This job description is not intended to include every duty, task or instruction for which an employee is responsible. Other tasks may be assigned, based on business needs and the department supervisor’s request.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position supervises and provides direction to staff engaged in labor relations programs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

(OFNM) Office Field Non-Manual

Performs deskwork, including writing, computer workstation processes, and telephone operations. Arranges for and\or performs presentations, oral reports, planning meetings, and other formal or informal contacts, requiring long periods of sitting. 

• This position is located at the WTP Site (22 miles north of Richland) and works a 4 x 10 schedule, M-Th, 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Must be authorized to work and remain in the United States without Amentum visa sponsorship now or in the future.
• Must be able to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check which includes verification of employment and education.
• Must be able to obtain a Department of Energy badge for access to the Hanford Site. (Even if teleworking, must still be able to comply with security requirements to obtain a badge.)  
• Non-U.S. citizens from countries identified by the Department of Energy as posing heightened security concerns—including sensitive countries, state sponsors of terrorism, countries of risk, and other designated countries –are subject to additional security requirements.

Amentum is a global company with a heritage dating back more than 100 years and delivering solutions in nuclear energy, infrastructure, operations and maintenance, and national security. Our predecessors helped build Hoover Dam, protected fighting forces in World War II, and supported the Manhattan Project. Today, our teams clean up legacy nuclear waste around the world, manage the United Kingdom’s defense portfolio, design programs and tests for Navy submarine electronic systems, and provide integrated supply chain services needed in developing countries during the pandemic.

Amentum has joined with Bechtel to create an LLC, known as the Waste Treatment Completion Company (WTCC) Join us as we make history at the Hanford Vit Plant, known as the Waste Treatment and Immobilization Plant. We are designing and building a one-of-a-kind facility that will turn radioactive and chemical waste left over from World War II and Cold War plutonium production into a form safe for disposal. Your efforts will help protect the nearby Columbia River and the communities, salmon, and wildlife along its shorelines throughout the Northwest.

Sitting at the confluence of the Columbia, Snake and Yakima rivers near two mountain ranges, our community provides access to year-round outdoor recreation, 300 days of sun a year, more than 200 wineries within a 50-mile radius, and the amenities of large cities just a three-hour drive (or short flight) to Seattle and Portland.

Compensation Details:

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and holidays

• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

• Educational reimbursement

• Parental leave

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tax-saving options

• Disability and life insurance

• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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