[Hiring] Network Implementation Program Manager @Lumen

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).

Location

This is a work-from-home position based in Alabama. Candidates must reside within the state of Alabama.

Main Responsibilities

• 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.

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.

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: $67,703 - $90,270 in these states: AL

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.

What to Expect Next

Based on your job application information you may be given the opportunity to complete a video interview immediately after applying. This will include a set of questions for you to record a response to in addition to Game Challenges. Completion of this video interview is a requirement in order to be considered for our open position.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunities

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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.