Director of Labor Relations

Job Description

Job Description

The Associated General Contractors of Michigan (AGC-MI) is a full-service construction trade association providing services to Michigan’s leading construction companies. The AGC provides labor relations, safety, workforce development, education, and advocacy services and serves as the voice of the construction industry across the state.

The Labor Relations Director Position

The Labor Relations Director sits at the intersection of strategy, negotiation, and relationship-building, serving as the primary advocate and advisor for AGC-MI members operating under collective bargaining agreements across eight construction crafts. Core responsibilities include leading multi-union contract negotiations, resolving jurisdictional disputes, administering grievance procedures, and serving as an ERISA trustee on multiemployer health and pension funds.

The Director leads the Labor Relations staff, chairs the quarterly Executive Committee, and directs the annual AGC Midwest Labor Chapter Group. Additional responsibilities include managing forty union wage sheets annually, negotiating Project Labor Agreements, and designing educational programs such as Labor Relations 101 and mock bargaining sessions.

Beyond contract administration, the Labor Relations Director builds lasting partnerships with contractor members and union officials, advises on jobsite labor conditions, and monitors legal and regulatory developments affecting signatory AGC-MI contractors. This position plays a central role in shaping the future of union construction labor relations.

Preferred Experience, Skills & Abilities of the Labor Relations Director

• Bachelor’s degree in labor relations and/or extensive experience and knowledge of the construction industry is required; a master’s degree is preferred
• Collective bargaining skills and knowledge of the process is required; construction specific bargaining experience is preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate share innovative ideas
• A solid understanding of laws that pertain to the construction industry and how they impact various stakeholders

Compensation, Benefits & Structure of the Labor Relations Director

AGC provides a competitive compensation package that includes a competitive base salary based on experience, skills and abilities, paid time off, employer-sponsored 401k program, health, dental, vision, and life insurance, company-paid electronic devices, and opportunities for professional development.

The Labor Relations Director reports directly to the President and requires a regular presence in their Lansing, MI office. Frequent local travel throughout the State of Michigan is required for this position to visit member locations and project sites for training and outreach.

Recruiting Process for the Labor Relations Director Position

The recruiting process includes a combination of preliminary phone screens and interviews, candidate assessments, reference checks, and a pre-employment background check and drug test. The process, which is being facilitated through EctoHR, Inc. is designed to ensure that candidates are aligned with the Associated General Contractors of Michigan’s mission and vision.

AGC of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer!