What are the responsibilities and job description for the Industrial Relations Retention Representative position at Bechtel Corporation?
Requisition ID: 284018
Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.
Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.
Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report .
Project Overview
Based at Bechtel’s CityWest Houston office and travelling regularly to Project sites, the IR Retention Representative will join to the North America Open Shop Engagement and Retention team. This position may be eligible for part-time telework, with travel to Projects and regions as required.
Job Summary
The Industrial Relations (IR) Retention Representative is responsible for developing, implementing, and driving retention initiatives and strategies for Craft Professionals across all North America Open Shop Projects in partnership with Project IR representatives. These strategies will focus on building project culture and reducing absenteeism and turnover to support successful Project delivery and build a long-term skilled Bechtel workforce.
"This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership”
Major Responsibilities
For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards
Diverse Teams Build The Extraordinary
As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.
We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.
Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com
- Relocation Authorized: None
- Telework Type: Part-Time Telework
- Work Location: Houston, TX
Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.
Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.
Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report .
Project Overview
Based at Bechtel’s CityWest Houston office and travelling regularly to Project sites, the IR Retention Representative will join to the North America Open Shop Engagement and Retention team. This position may be eligible for part-time telework, with travel to Projects and regions as required.
Job Summary
The Industrial Relations (IR) Retention Representative is responsible for developing, implementing, and driving retention initiatives and strategies for Craft Professionals across all North America Open Shop Projects in partnership with Project IR representatives. These strategies will focus on building project culture and reducing absenteeism and turnover to support successful Project delivery and build a long-term skilled Bechtel workforce.
"This position is designated as part-time telework per our global telework policy and will require at least three days of in-person attendance per week at the assigned office or project. Weekly in-person schedules will be determined by the individual and their supervisor, in consultation with functional or project leadership”
Major Responsibilities
- Support the delivery of craft professional engagement and communication programs that contribute to a positive site culture.
- Support development of career roadmaps that set a clear path for career progression for craft professionals.
- Support and promote the implementation/consolidation of reward and recognition programs and incentive programs and ensure proactive engagement strategies are in place.
- Provide support for site Workforce Services/Industrial Relations and Communications representatives as required – including travel to Project sites for varying periods of time.
- Track and support implementation of craft professional engagement/retention actions as identified through various mediums (focus groups, survey, 4 week check in, etc.).
- Identify trends/opportunities through data review and analysis.
- Support and execute other ad hoc tasks as required across the functional scope of work.
- Requires a University Hire with 1-2 years of experience or 5-6 years of relevant work experience
- Construction experience preferred.
- Fluent in English.
- Spanish speaking a plus.
- Must have the right to work in the US.
- Accurate, detail-oriented, quick learner, self-starter.
- Sound judgment, discretion, and ability to collaborate and maintain effective working relationships with diverse, global team members.
- Strong writing skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft office suite of programs / other graphics programs (i.e. Canva)
For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards
Diverse Teams Build The Extraordinary
As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.
We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.
Bechtel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to acesstmt@bechtel.com
