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Carlson Construction Group

Labor Relations Specialist

North Vancouver, BC, Canada

Pay: $80,000 to $95,000 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Oct 28, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 28, 2026

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Labour Relations Specialist

Carlson Construction Group | North Vancouver, BC

Carlson Construction Group, owned and operated by the Carlson family, celebrated its 55th anniversary in 2026. As a distinguished contractor, Carlson specializes in heavy civil, industrial, marine, and deep foundation services. Recognized as one of the largest specialty contractors in British Columbia by Business in Vancouver’s annual rankings, our group of companies includes Brymark Installations Group, Corwest Fabrications, Vancouver Pile Driving, and Carlson Marine & Industrial Rentals Ltd (CMIR), To learn more about us, visit the Carlson Construction Group website.

Build Strong Relationships. Support Great Projects. Shape Positive Outcomes.

Carlson Construction Group is seeking an experienced and proactive Labour Relations Specialist to join our growing team.

Reporting to senior leadership and partnering closely with the General Managers of our diverse group of companies, this role will serve as a trusted advisor on labour and employee relations matters across multiple construction, fabrication, marine, industrial, and heavy civil businesses.

This is an exciting opportunity for a labour relations professional who enjoys working directly with operational leaders, building strong relationships with union partners, resolving complex workplace issues, and supporting a dynamic workforce across various project locations.

The successful candidate will play a key role in fostering positive labour-management relationships while ensuring compliance with collective agreements, labour legislation, and company policies.

The Opportunity

As the Labour Relations Specialist, you will provide strategic and hands-on support to General Managers, Project Managers, and operational leaders across the Carlson Group.

You will act as a trusted resource for labour relations matters, workplace investigations, grievance management, collective agreement interpretation, and workforce engagement initiatives. This position requires someone who is comfortable spending time in the field, meeting with project teams, and visiting active construction sites throughout the Lower Mainland and surrounding regions.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving people-related challenges, and can balance business objectives with positive employee relations, we'd love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Labour Relations & Collective Agreement Administration

Provide labour relations guidance and support to General Managers and operational leaders across multiple subsidiaries.
Interpret and administer collective agreements, labour policies, and workplace procedures.
Act as a liaison between management and union representatives.
Support labour-management meetings and relationship-building initiatives.
Assist with grievance management, investigations, and dispute resolution.
Ensure compliance with collective agreements, employment legislation, and company policies.
Monitor labour relations trends and proactively identify potential risks and opportunities.

Employee & Union Relations

Build positive and productive relationships with employees, union representatives, project teams, and leadership.
Support conflict resolution and workplace issue management.
Conduct workplace investigations and fact-finding exercises as required.
Provide coaching and guidance to managers on labour and employee relations matters.
Promote respectful workplace practices and foster positive employee engagement.

Operational Support

Partner with General Managers on workforce planning and labour relations strategies.
Participate in workforce meetings, project kickoffs, and labour-management discussions.
Support organizational initiatives related to labour relations, retention, recruitment, and employee engagement.
Prepare reports, recommendations, and labour relations updates for leadership teams.

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure company compliance with employment standards, labour legislation, collective agreements, and industry best practices.
Support audits and reviews related to labour relations and workforce compliance.
Maintain accurate and confidential labour relations documentation.
Assist in developing policies, procedures, and labour relations programs.

Human Resources Support & Other Duties

Support recruitment, onboarding, employee orientation, performance management, training, and employee development programs.
Maintain employee records and HRIS data, prepare HR reports and workforce metrics, and respond to employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and procedures.
Assist with compensation reviews, employee engagement, retention initiatives, organizational development, and continuous improvement projects.
Provide administrative and operational support to the HR team, participate in workforce planning and organizational change initiatives, and support special projects as required.
Perform other duties as assigned by the HR Manager.

Qualifications & Experience

Degree or Diploma in Labour Relations, Industrial Relations, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum 5+ years of labour relations experience, preferably in construction, heavy civil, industrial, manufacturing, marine, energy, or unionized environments.
Strong experience interpreting and administering collective agreements.
Experience managing grievances, investigations, and labour-management relationships.
Sound understanding of employment legislation and labour relations principles.
Experience advising leaders and managers on complex employee relations issues.
CPHR designation or labour relations certification is considered an asset.

Skills & Attributes

The ideal candidate will possess:

Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
Excellent communication and influencing abilities
Conflict resolution and problem-solving expertise
Ability to build trust with managers, employees, and union partners
Strong investigation and documentation skills
High level of professionalism and discretion
Strategic thinking combined with a practical, hands-on approach
Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
Ability to work independently while supporting multiple business units
A collaborative and solutions-focused mindset

Travel Requirements

This position requires regular travel to project sites and offices throughout the Lower Mainland and surrounding regions.

The successful candidate must be comfortable working both in office settings and active construction environments, meeting directly with project teams and operational leaders to support labour relations initiatives where they are needed most.

Why Join Carlson Construction Group?

At Carlson Construction Group, our people are at the heart of everything we do. With operations spanning heavy civil construction, industrial services, fabrication, marine construction, and project delivery, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced leaders and make a meaningful impact across a diverse family of companies.

Join a team that values collaboration, accountability, innovation, and strong workplace relationships while helping build some of British Columbia's most important projects.

Apply today and help us build strong teams, strong partnerships, and strong projects.

Salary: $80,000 - $95,000 per annum

The actual salary offered to the successful candidate will be determined based on job‑related factors, including relevant experience, years of experience, qualifications, internal equity, and Carlson Construction Group’s compensation policy.

What's in it for you?

Competitive Compensation – Competitive base salary, company-paid RRSP contributions, and bonus eligibility
Grow Your Career – Professional development, mentorship, and ongoing learning opportunities
Flexible Work Schedule – Enjoy a hybrid work arrangement with 4 days in the office and 1 day working from home each week.
Time to Recharge – 14 statutory holidays per calendar year
Comprehensive Benefits – A competitive benefits program supporting your health and well-being
Annual Fitness & Movement Stipend – Supporting your physical health and well-being
Connected Culture – cohesive team created through regular team-building sessions
Long‑Term Opportunity – Build your future with a proud, BC‑based, family-ow

How to Apply: Join us and be a part of a project that makes a difference! Apply now and take the next step in your career with Carlson Construction Group.

Important Notice:

CCG does not accept unsolicited résumés from agencies and is not responsible for any fees related to them. Agencies should not submit résumés in response to this posting, to CCG employees, or any associated company location.

Compensation Notice

The compensation range provided for this position is intended as a general guideline. The actual salary offered to the successful candidate will be determined based on several job-related factors, including experience,

years of relevant experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity considerations, and Carlson Construction Group's compensation policies and practices.

Accommodation Requests:

Should you require an accommodation during the application process, don't hesitate to get in touch with us at careers@carlsoncg.com with the position and location you are interested in.

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Responsibilities

Advise leaders across multiple business units on labour relations, collective agreement interpretation, grievances, investigations, dispute resolution, and union relationships. Support workforce planning, employee engagement, HR programs, compliance, and confidential documentation, including through regular visits to active project sites.

Requirements

Requires a degree or diploma in labour relations, industrial relations, human resources, business administration, or a related field, plus at least five years of labour relations experience, preferably in a unionized or industrial environment. Candidates should have strong collective agreement administration, grievance and investigation experience, knowledge of employment legislation, and the ability to advise leaders; CPHR or a labour relations certification is an asset.

Skills

Labour Relations
Grievance Management
Workplace Investigations
Conflict Resolution
Employee Relations
Union Relations
Stakeholder Management
Communication And Influencing
Problem-Solving
Workforce Planning
Employee Engagement
Documentation And Reporting
Human Resources Information Systems
Organizational Development

Benefits

Bonus Eligibility
Professional Development
Mentorship
Flexible Work Schedule
14 Statutory Holidays
Health And Well-Being Benefits
Annual Fitness And Movement Stipend
Team-Building Sessions

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Keywords

Labour Relations
Employee Relations
Industrial Relations
Collective Agreements
Grievance Management
Workplace Investigations
Dispute Resolution
Union Relations
Labour-Management Relations
Employment Legislation
Workforce Planning
Employee Engagement
Recruitment
Onboarding
Performance Management
Training And Development
Compensation Reviews
Retention
Organizational Development
HRIS
Workforce Metrics
Compliance Audits
Construction
Heavy Civil
Industrial Services
Manufacturing
Marine Construction
CPHR

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