Industrial Relations Manager - Mojave, CA

Job Title: Industrial Relations Manager

Location: Mojave, CA (Onsite)

Compensation: $180,000 - $200,000 base + bonus

Type: Full-Time, Project-Based (approx. 4 years)

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Industrial Relations Manager to lead labor relations and HR operations for a large-scale construction project. This role will serve as the primary liaison with trade unions and oversee all HR/IR functions, ensuring compliance with federal, state (California), and union labor agreements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary point of contact for unions and manage relationships across multiple trade groups
• Interpret and administer Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) and collective bargaining agreements
• Handle grievances, dispute resolution, and arbitration preparation
• Oversee full-cycle HR operations for a unionized workforce (onboarding, employee relations, compliance)
• Ensure compliance with federal and California labor laws (NLRA, FLSA, FEHA, CFRA, etc.)
• Support workforce planning aligned with project timelines and union requirements
• Maintain HR records, reporting, and compliance documentation
• Partner with leadership on employee relations, performance management, and workforce strategy
• Lead and mentor 1-2 HR/IR team members
• Collaborate with safety teams to align HR practices with site safety standards

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Labor Relations, Business, or related field
• 8-10+ years of HR/Industrial Relations experience in unionized construction, industrial, or mining environments
• Hands-on experience with PLAs and multiple trade unions (AFL-CIO preferred)
• Strong knowledge of California labor laws and federal employment regulations
• Proven experience managing grievances and labor disputes
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, field-based project environment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.