MGR NETWORK OPERATIONS

About Lumen
Lumen is guided by our belief that humanity is at its best when technology advances the way we live and work. With 450,000 route fiber miles serving customers in more than 60 countries, we deliver the fastest, most secure global platform for applications and data to help businesses, government and communities deliver amazing experiences. Learn more about Lumen’s network, edge cloud, security and communication and collaboration solutions and our purpose to further human progress through technology at news.lumen.com, LinkedIn: /lumentechnologies, Twitter: @lumentechco, Facebook: /lumentechnologies, Instagram: @lumentechnologies and YouTube: /lumentechnologies.

The Role

Manager Network Operations - 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. 

What We Look For in a Candidate

Required

• 4 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 

• 4 yrs direct experience or equivalent experience preferred. 
• Knowledge of CenturyLink Proprietary Systems. 

Education 

• Bachelors or Equivalent experience 

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. Now not a good time? No worries, we will also send you an email with a link to complete the video interview. We strongly recommend that you complete this within 5 days of your application date.

Requisition #: 324559

EEO Statement
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Disclaimer
The above job definition information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.  Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on changing business needs and conditions.
 

Salary Range

Salary Min :

85230

Salary Max :

189360

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.

This position is eligible for either short-term incentives or sales compensation. Director and VP positions also are eligible for long-term incentive. To learn more about our bonus structure, you can view additional information here. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have as you move through the selection process.

As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Lumen offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. You can learn more by clicking here.

Note: For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement provisions.

Salary Range

Salary Min :

85230

Salary Max :

189360

This information reflects the base salary pay range for this job based on current national market data. Ranges may vary based on the job's location. We offer competitive pay that varies based on individual experience, qualifications and other relevant factors. We encourage you to apply to positions that you are interested in and for which you believe you are qualified. To learn more, you are welcome to discuss with us as you move through the selection process.