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The Contract and Labor Relations Manager plays a crucial role within Air Products, overseeing maintenance and project-related work at our operating facilities. Reporting directly to the North American Industrial Gas Fleet Asset Director, this position requires close collaboration with the regional Procurement team, the PROS & Project Delivery team responsible for Turnaround (TAR) work, as well as the Franchise. The role is essential in fostering positive labor relations with external contractors and organized labor organizations that provide services at our plant sites. Expertise in contractor management, collective bargaining, collective agreements, wage data, California SB740 legislation, industrial craft classifications, facility maintenance experience, local labor trends, employment laws, and TAR execution is critical for success in this position.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership: Define and lead Air Products' strategy for partnering with organized labor, particularly Building Trade Unions, to enhance and maintain our operating facilities.Organizational Structure Development: Develop a clear organizational structure that defines roles, accountabilities, and responsibilities necessary to implement Air Products' strategy, and secure buy-in and support from the organization.Relationship Management: Establish and manage relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to effectively communicate and execute Air Products' strategy.Labor Relations: Foster productive relationships with organized labor groups, particularly Building Trade Unions, to ensure economically beneficial outcomes for both Air Products and the unions.Compliance Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for ensuring compliance with California SB740 law, providing advice, guidance, and resolving inquiries related to the law and other applicable policies and labor regulations.Training and Documentation: Develop and maintain an Employee Handbook, training plans, and materials to keep new team members up to date with the latest SB-740 regulations.Project Labor Agreement Expertise: Act as the go-to expert on Air Products' approved Project Labor Agreement (PLA), interfacing with internal teams, legal counsel, contractors, customers, regulatory agencies, and unions.Performance Metrics: Establish key performance indicators to measure the success of relationships between contractors, subcontractors, unions, and Air Products departments.Strategic Relationships: Develop and maintain strategic relationships with outside contractors to execute Air Products' strategy, and foster relationships with multi-level union leadership to ensure a successful partnership.Organizational Communication: Provide regular updates on the status of relationships and drive actions across the organization to meet expectations.

Required Skills and Abilities:

Preferably based in California.Strong background in labor relations within both the private and public sectors.Practical experience on SB740 law in CaliforniaExceptional negotiation and mediation skills.Outstanding leadership abilities.High ethical standards with the ability to maintain confidentiality.Effective problem-solving skills.Excellent written and oral communication skills, coupled with strong interpersonal skills.Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively.Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.Strong skills in public speaking, presentation, training, and teaching.Is comfortable to working in plant TAR setting.

Education and Licensing Requirements:

Education: Bachelor’s degree in labor relations or engineering, with a minimum of 10 years of experience in heavy industrial construction/projects involving construction trade unions and/or contractors.Driver’s License: Must hold a valid and clean driver's license.

Work Hours & Benefits:

This position is residence based. Prefer to be in California.

Air Products proudly values the skills, dedication, and leadership that veterans bring to the table. As a veteran-friendly organization, we actively encourage and welcome veterans to apply for various roles within our company. We recognize the unique strengths and experiences that veterans contribute, and we foster a workplace that honors your service while providing a platform for professional growth.

In California, the expected pay range is $142,900 - $187,400 plus bonus. This is the pay range that we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.                      

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We are the world’s largest hydrogen producer with over 80 years of industrial gas experience. We are hydrogen and industrial gas experts delivering safe, end-to-end solutions, investing in real, clean energy projects at scale, and driving the industry forward to generate a cleaner future. 

At Air Products, we work in an environment where we put safety first, diversity is essential, inclusion is our culture, and each person knows they belong and matter. To learn more, visit About Air Products. 

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid holidays and vacation, affordable medical, dental, life insurance and retirement plans. You will be eligible for benefits and also be 100% vested in your retirement benefits on your first day of employment.  
  
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (U.S.).  You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, citizenship, gender, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, or veteran status.  

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