About The Role
At EKFB (Eiffage, Kier, Ferrovial and BAM) we’re shaping infrastructure for a better tomorrow. All four partners bring specialist expertise in the design, construction, operation, financing, and maintenance of railway networks, including the construction of one of Europe’s latest high speed rail projects.
We’re looking for an Industrial Relations Manager to join our People team, based in Milton Keynes with regular travel to the other EKFB site offices between Wendover and Southam.
Responsibilities
* Maintaining relationships between management, employees and trade unions while ensuring compliance with current employment and labour laws.
* Facilitating transparent and constructive dialogue to address workplace issues.
* Managing employee welfare and promoting fair and consistent treatment for all employees.
* Managing complex disciplines, grievance and capability issues, providing advice and developing action plans.
* Resolving conflicts swiftly and effectively.
* Investigating employee misconduct and policy violations.
* Developing and implementing industrial relations strategies, policies and procedures to ensure alignment and compliance.
* Providing coaching and training to managers on employee relations best practices, conflict resolution and legal compliance.
* Conducting investigations into employee misconduct and analysing workforce feedback to identify trends and improvements.
* Ensuring the organisation’s practices comply with current employment laws, regulations and collective agreements.
* Advising on employment and labour law updates to minimise legal risks and avoid disruptions.
* Maintaining accurate and detailed records of all cases and initiatives.
* Supporting the organisation through restructurings and other people-related changes.
* Handling disputes and appeals, working closely with HR and legal teams.
About You
* Up to date knowledge of trade union constitution arrangements, employment law and general HR/IR practice and procedures.
* IR Construction experience and demonstrable experience influencing senior stakeholders around industrial relations.
* Excellent knowledge of the construction industry.
* Experience in dealing with IR situations, operating across functional boundaries.
* Previous experience in generalist HR activity and up to date knowledge of employment law.
* Considerable experience of negotiations on pay, working conditions and working arrangements.
* Proven track record regarding negotiations/disputes and collective grievances at all levels.
* Experience of working with a transient workforce and the challenges that arise from this.
* Previous experience of handling large-scale change programs.
* Resolution of individual/collective disputes.
* Trade union recognition and/or experience of WRAs (Working Rule Agreements).
CIPD qualification is advantageous.
About Us
EKFB is proud to have been appointed by HS2 to deliver civil engineering works across an 80km section of the new high-speed rail link between the Chiltern Tunnel and Long Itchington Wood. Our scope includes 15 viaducts, 5km of green tunnels, 22km of road diversions, 67 overbridges and around 30 million cubic metres of excavation. EKFB is committed to improving lives, communities and the engineering and construction industry by providing sustained employment opportunities and being a good neighbour, protecting the environment and the places we work.
If you would like to be part of our collaborative, enthusiastic and forward-thinking culture, please apply today! We offer a competitive salary and benefits. EKFB brings together international, market-leading technical expertise and a track record of delivering major infrastructure projects, including Crossrail, the Millau Viaduct, Mersey gateway and the Bretagne-Pays de la Loire High Speed Rail link.
We are committed to inclusiveness and equality of opportunity. Everyone who works with EKFB has a contribution to make; we welcome applications from different backgrounds, experiences and abilities. Our aim is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels they are able to be themselves. Please contact us if there is any additional support you might require in making an application.
Please note your CV may be shared with joint venture partners on this project.
Pre-employment Checks
EKFB will undertake relevant/standard employment checks if you are successful in the selection process. This includes contacting references, and checking ID, driving licence (if appropriate) and right to work in the UK. Some roles may be subject to further checks. NB: BPSS security clearance will be required (to be undertaken as part of onboarding).
Applications will close on 28/09/2025.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Contract
Job function
* Human Resources
Industries
* Human Resources Services
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