Labor Relations Business Partner

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We're making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

McKinstry is seeking a Labor Relations Business Partner to join our Platform Construction team in Texas. This position is responsible for managing labor relations activities between McKinstry and union members.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the execution, administration, and performance of collective bargaining agreements in conjunction with Labor Relations Team and Business Unit Leaders.
• Work with the Director of Labor Relations and trade superintendents to develop strategy on labor issues, including response to grievances and jurisdictional questions.
• Manage the drug testing compliance / on-boarding process and assist with unemployment process for union members.
• Investigate problems such as working conditions, disciplinary actions, and employee and applicant appeals and grievances; provide guidance and recommendations for problem resolution to company leadership.
• Stay abreast of developments in regulations affecting union employees and monitor compliance with law.
• Provide advice and support to various departments, including payroll, with pay and benefits issues for union members.
• Provide employee life-cycle support for union employees.
• Coordinate end-of-year gifts, incentives, or bonuses for field employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry

Education, Knowledge and Abilities

• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook); SharePoint preferred.
• Understanding of applicable federal, state, and local labor laws and regulations.
• Five (5) years of experience in human resources and/or labor relations.
• Construction industry experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, Business, or equivalent experience.
• SHRM-CP or SHRM-SCP certification preferred or ability to obtain certification within a specified timeframe after hire.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability and willingness to travel regionally.
• Personal transportation required for meetings and job visits away from the office; reimbursed.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• "Building Good" paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you're driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $80,100 - $134,400 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment iscontingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.

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