Lumen is the trusted network for AI. We're transforming how businesses connect, secure, and scale in an AI-driven world.
By connecting people, data, and applications quickly, securely, and effortlessly, we help organizations move faster and unlock what's next.
At Lumen, people power progress. Our culture is built on teamwork, trust, and transparency, giving you the flexibility, support, and opportunity to make a lasting impact. We're looking for top-tier talent ready to take on the challenge. Join us in building the future.
The Role
This position is responsible for all National Construction activities for specified region. All projects are either customer driven (QVPN/Govt builds, IRU Customer builds, Reimbursable Relocations, LCD builds, Access Builds, & Wholesale Customer Builds) or backbone related (backbone relocations, diversity projects, & maintenance).
The primary responsibility for this position is to complete all jobs under budget and within the requested timeframe. "Pre-project approved" responsibilities include all oversight of field efforts with regards to conflict determination, scope of work creation, estimate development, and the securing of funding. "Post-project approved" responsibilities include complete management of Engineering/Design, Permitting, Inspection, Construction, Splicing, Documentation, and Budget Analysis.
The Main Responsibilities
Direct and lead team of individual contributors who manage the design, development and implementation of all Construction activities within a specific region.
Manage and assure adherence to budgets, project schedules, work plans and performance requirements
Establish, implement, and maintain administrative and technical procedures to ensure projects are completed in an efficient and cost effective manner within allocated budget and accounting guidelines
Exercise financial controls within company financial systems, including review/approval of projects, purchase requisitions and oversight of approved contractors
Acts in a multi-discipline project leadership role working towards the development of new solutions, processes, tools, & systems for customers
Manage multiple large OSP infrastructure projects and initiatives that require cross-organizational coordination to achieve organizational goals
Exercise considerable latitude in decision-making under limited direction towards providing unique solutions to diverse and complex engineering problems/projects that typically have many alternatives requiring customization
Effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
Facilitate, delegate and lead cross-functional teaming to drive transformational change across multiple disciplines and functional organizations to improve processes, workflows and streamlining of functions
Motivate and cultivates employee development through empowerment, driving a "culture of learning", and actively engaging in employee's development opportunities
Develop and communicate vision to drive improved employee engagement and organizational results
Other duties as assigned
What We Look For in a Candidate
Required
Bachelors degree plus at least eight (8) years or more of communications industry experience in networking area demonstrating leadership and advanced technical knowledge as the primary leader directing the work of other professionals or equivalent work experience or equivalent experience.
Ability to travel as much as 20%-30%.
Previous experience and knowledge in all aspects of Engineering, Equipment Installation, & OSP Construction, and contract policies and procedures, as well as, the Construction Certification Program requirements.
Experienced in the bidding, negotiation and approval of engineering, installation and construction contracts with multiple internal and external customers.
Preferred
Master's Degree or MS in Computer Science or Engineering or equivalent experience preferred.
Knowledge of Lumen Proprietary Systems.
Compensation
This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors.
Location Based Pay Ranges
$132,232 - $176,310 in these states: AL AR AZ FL GA IA ID IN KS KY LA ME MO MS MT ND NE NM OH OK PA SC SD TN UT VT WI WV WY
$138,844 - $185,124 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI
$145,456 - $193,940 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA WA
Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process.
Learn more about Lumen's:
Benefits (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/benefits-statement)
Bonus Structure
LI-Remote
Requisition #: 342011
Background Screening
If you are selected for a position, there will be a background screen, which may include checks for criminal records and/or motor vehicle reports and/or drug screening, depending on the position requirements. For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/faq) . Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Equal Employment Opportunities
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, "protected statuses"). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.
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https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/privacy-notice
Disclaimer
The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.
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