Reporting to the Vice President, Labour Relations, the Manager, Labour Relations is responsible for leading a team of Advisors and Coordinators in supporting union-affiliated operating groups across the organization. In this role, you will oversee the team’s delivery of Labour Relations activities aligned with the needs of multiple operating groups. By leveraging the expertise of the Labour Relations Centre of Excellence (COE), you will apply a strong understanding of the business, industry, and market conditions to drive efficiencies and foster effective internal and external relationships at all levels.

Using both conceptual and practical expertise, you will guide and influence the business in areas such as collective bargaining, grievance management, union and non-union labour strategy implementation, and the delivery of Labour Relations education programs. You will also collaborate with the LR COE to share labour-market research and analysis with the business to support informed decision-making and optimal outcomes.

Bring your expertise to a dynamic team where your leadership and Labour Relations experience will drive meaningful impact across the organization. Join our True Blue team today in Toronto, ON!

Essential Responsibilities:

Manage, coach, and develop Labour Relations (LR) professionals by sharing specialized LR knowledge, providing ongoing coaching and mentoring, and fostering collaborative team successSet priorities, distribute workload, monitor progress, and assess team performance to ensure timely completion of deliverables and consistent application of LR COE processesLead and oversee the collective bargaining process for multiple operating groups, including negotiation facilitation and contract administrationOversee proposal development, cost analysis, and mandate approval; provide bid support to gather information that informs labour strategyRecommend terms of employment to the COE and business, ensure all legal requirements and documentation are met, and oversee all assigned negotiationsProvide guidance to Advisors, Coordinators, and internal support teams on interpreting, administering, and implementing collective agreements and project conditionsOversee labour-disruption mitigation, including resolution of employee issues, grievances, arbitrations, unfair labour practices, and investigationsPartner with Business HR and operating leaders to address grievance trends, develop solutions, manage complex issues, and influence stakeholders toward resolutionCollaborate with operating groups and legal teams on labour strategies for pursuits and new work, identify and mitigate labour risks, maintain industry intelligence, and ensure compliance with applicable labour models and legislation

Qualifications:

Minimum 8 years of experience in Industrial/Labour Relations or HR supporting a unionized workforce, with progressive or traditional union experience requiredMinimum 2 years of supervisory or management experience leading and developing professional staffBachelor’s degree in Business, Industrial Relations, or Human Resources ManagementStrong knowledge of employment and human rights legislation, with experience advising and influencing operational leadersLabour Board interface experience preferred, and supervisory experience in Construction or BTU/Stationary labour environments considered an assetDemonstrated leadership skills with the ability to build high-performing teams and coach direct reportsExceptional communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to navigate challenging questions and engage in productive debateStrong business acumen, decision-making capability, and the ability to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions aligned to business needsExcellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage competing priorities, maintain confidentiality, solve complex problems, and collaborate effectively as a team player

Work Conditions:

This is an office-based position with flexibility to work from home 1-2 days per weekTravel is required to various site and office locations

Additional Information

The Ledcor Group of Companies is one of North America’s most diversified construction companies. Ledcor is a company built on a rich history of long-standing project successes.

Our workplace culture has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers, Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, and a Top 100 Inspiring Workplace in North America.

Our competitive total rewards package provides compensation and benefits that support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. We offer exciting, challenging work with opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.

Employment Equity

At Ledcor we believe diversity, equity, and inclusion should be part of everything we do. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran status or any other identifying characteristic are encouraged to apply.

Our True Blue team consists of individuals from all backgrounds who contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to Ledcor. We are committed to continuing to build on our culture of empowerment, inclusion and belonging.  

Adjustments will be provided in all parts of our hiring process. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance by submitting a request via email. For more information about Ledcor’s Inclusion and Diversity initiatives, please visit our I&D page.