[Hiring] Human Resources Specialist @CDI Engineering Services

Role Description

The Labor Relations Leader serves as the primary lead and subject matter expert on labor and union-related matters. This position partners with Human Resources Manager, operations leadership, legal counsel, and union representatives to administer collective bargaining agreements, manage grievances and arbitrations, support contract negotiations, and foster productive labor-management relationships while ensuring compliance with applicable labor laws and company policies.

Responsibilities

• Labor Relations Administration:
  • Interpret and administer collective bargaining agreements (CBAs).
  • Advise leaders and managers on labor contract requirements and employee relations matters.
  • Ensure consistent application of labor agreements, policies, and work rules.
  • Maintain labor relations records, documentation, and reporting.
• Grievance and Arbitration Management:
  • Manage grievance procedures through resolution.
  • Conduct investigations related to grievances, contract disputes, and workplace concerns.
  • Prepare grievance responses and settlement recommendations.
  • Coordinate arbitration preparation, including witness preparation, evidence collection, and collaboration with legal counsel.
  • Track grievance trends and recommend proactive solutions.
• Collective Bargaining:
  • Support and participate in labor contract negotiations.
  • Research and analyze bargaining proposals.
  • Develop costing analyses and negotiation strategies.
  • Maintain bargaining documentation and records.
  • Assist in implementing negotiated contract changes.
• Labor-Management Relations:
  • Build and maintain constructive relationships with union leadership and bargaining unit representatives.
  • Facilitate labor-management meetings.
  • Address workforce concerns and promote open communication.
  • Support initiatives that improve employee engagement and workplace culture.
• Compliance and Risk Management:
  • Ensure compliance with the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) and other applicable employment laws.
  • Monitor labor relations developments and legal updates.
  • Provide guidance on union activity, organizing efforts, and labor law compliance.
  • Partner with legal counsel on complex labor matters.
• Leadership Support and Training:
  • Coach supervisors and managers on labor relations best practices.
  • Deliver training on contract administration, investigations, discipline, and employee relations.
  • Support leaders in handling workplace issues while minimizing organizational risk.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of labor relations, employee relations, or HR experience.
• Experience administering collective bargaining agreements.
• Experience managing grievance and arbitration processes.
• Experience supporting or leading labor negotiations.
• Manufacturing, chemical, refining, or heavy industrial experience preferred.
• Experience working with multiple bargaining units preferred.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or related field required.
• Master's degree or related certification preferred.

EEO Statement

Tata Consulting Engineers USA, LLC (“TCE”) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race/ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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