[Hiring] NETWORK IMPLEMENTATION PROGRAM MANAGER @Lumen Technologies

Role Description

The Network Implementation Program Manager leads end-to-end delivery of projects involving the construction, relocation, maintenance, and repair of outside plant (OSP) facilities. This role coordinates engineers, construction supervisors, contractors, trade workers, and project managers to deliver quality work on budget and within established timelines. The position also monitors project progress, resolves implementation issues, maintains applicable systems, and supports Customer Designed Fiber Services (CDFS).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education with 2–3 years of relevant experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in telecommunications network engineering, construction, maintenance, and repair environments.
• Project management and coordination skills.
• Strong technical, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of CAD, 3GIS, and Microsoft Office.
• Fluency in current approved products and technology.

Requirements

• Manage projects end to end involving the relocation, maintenance, repair, and construction of OSP facilities.
• Oversee construction from concept through completion, ensuring projects meet quality, budget, and delivery requirements.
• Build effective working relationships with engineering vendors, construction contractors, trade workers, and project managers.
• Balance workloads across resources to support project schedules and delivery commitments.
• Monitor vendor work through inspections, identify quality or completion issues, and coordinate corrective action.
• Serve as the field interface for engineering and construction activities.
• Report project progress to key stakeholders and maintain accurate information in applicable systems.
• Create GCRs for maintenance activities on the fiber network.

Benefits

• 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.
• Information about bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) will be provided during the selection process.