Lead Project Manager
Company: Lumen Inc
Location: Austin
Posted on: April 28, 2024
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Job Description:
About Lumen
Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by
connecting people, data and applications - quickly, securely, and
effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and company from
the people up - committed to teamwork, trust and transparency.
People power progress.
Lumen's commitment to workplace inclusion and employee support
shines bright. We've made the Newsweek 2024 Greatest Workplaces for
Diversity list and achieved a perfect score of 100 on the Human
Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index (CEI) for the fifth
consecutive year. Plus, we're the top employer in the
communications and telecom industry, ranking 12th overall across
all industries in The American Opportunity Index.
We're looking for top-tier talent and offer the flexibility you
need to thrive and deliver lasting impact. Join us as we digitally
connect the world and shape the future.
The Role
The Project Manager is the primary single point of contact for
large-scale deployments with significant complexity, unique
requirements or that qualify as a "Special". Responsible for
planning, organizing and managing the customer's implementation to
meet scope, timing and budget expectations and overall project
outcomes. This role participates in and leads the completion of
complex solutions to meet customer needs & is engaged according to
PMO criteria and standards.
The Main Responsibilities
Develop, plan and manage implementation of activities for highly
complex projects/programs for external/internal customers
throughout their lifecycle
Accountable for timely project completion and delivery.
Analyzes work plans and schedules and develops project progress and
status reports (including executive status updates)
Responsible for resource requirements/allocation.
Coordinate and facilitate project meetings.
Develop and distribute timely meeting minutes, to include
track/manage action items and verify they are incorporated into the
program schedule and that deliverables are met on time.
Assess/Manage risk, impacts and potential alternatives and escalate
as required to the appropriate level of management.
Set program objectives and establish clear measures to successfully
define and meet project deliverables and timelines. Utilize the
change control process to track schedule changes.
Acts as project team leader & accountable for successful overall
project completion
Through partnership with other staff organizations, define Key
Performance Indicators (KPI), training, process standards,
policies, and procedures. Associated with complex projects.
Ensure adherence to project related policies and processes
Reiterate scope, roles/responsibilities and schedule on a regular
basis and provide team members a single point of contact for all
project issues
Employs judgment to make business decisions about things that will
impact the project, customer or company and has the authority to
stop activities from proceeding when continuing to move forward
would have a negative impact
Responsible for identifying and ensuring participation of all
required internal and vendor resources to ensure the on-time
delivery of sold services within budgetary guidelines.
Negotiates due dates based on resource/network availability to
maintain Lumen's profitability and to meet customer
requirements.
Acts as customer facing single point of contact during the life of
the project. Often dedicated to strategic global customers for
repeat business.
Identifies additional sales opportunities and engages Sales
organization as appropriate. Performance in part, is measured based
on customer surveys completed upon delivery of services.
Understands project goals and objectives as it relates to
customer's business strategies and long-term needs. Deliverables
include project assessment, team formation, schedule preparation,
status/jeopardy reports, risk analysis, project status reports, and
post implementation analysis.
Acts as mentor and team leader to other teammates
What We Look For in a Candidate
Minimum:
Bachelor's Degree and/or 5+ years of related experience
Implementation experience with multiple of the following
technologies: DWDM, Transport/Waves, MPLS, Managed Services, Voice
(PRI, SIP, Porting, etc.), Security, SD WAN, Managed Enterprise
Services, Meraki.
Preferred:
Implementation experience with more than one of the following
technologies: DWDM, Transport/Waves, MPLS, Managed Services, Voice
(PRI, SIP, Porting, etc.), Security, SD WAN, Managed Enterprise
Services, Meraki, etc.
Experience leading multiple complex projects in the technology
industry
Project Management Professional or PRINCE2 Certification
6+ years in project management experience
Compensation
The starting salary for this role differs based on the employee's
primary work location. Employees typically do not start at the top
of the range, though compensation depends on each individual's
qualifications.
Location Based Pay Ranges
$80,510 - $100,635 in these states: AR ID KY LA ME MS NE SC SD
$84,740 - $105,923 in these states: AL AZ FL GA IA IN KS MO MT ND
NM OH OK PA TN UT VT WI WV WY
$88,980 - $111,218 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI
$93,210 - $116,513 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY
TX VA WA
As with the pay range variety that's based on the region of a
country, specific offers are determined by various factors such as
experience, education, skills, certifications and other business
needs.
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 #: 333428
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.
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.
Salary Range
Salary Min :
80510
Salary Max :
124280
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.
(https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/compensation-information) 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.
(https://centurylinkbenefits.com)
Note: For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are
governed by applicable collective bargaining agreement
provisions.
Application Deadline
04/29/2024
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