Job Information
Lumen Lead Construction Manager - East Region in Topeka, Kansas
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
Lead Construction Manager oversees all aspects of outside plant (OSP) telecommunications construction projects in the Eastern Region, ensuring timely completion within budget and quality standards, coordinating with contractors, managing permits, and maintaining strict safety protocols across the project lifecycle, while adhering to local regulations and industry best practices.
The Main Responsibilities
Project Planning and Execution:
•Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, and cost estimates for fiber optic and infrastructure installations.
•Manage construction activities across all phases, including site surveys, trenching, conduit installation, splicing, and testing.
•Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure design accuracy and compliance with project specifications.
Contractor Management and Supervision:
•Oversee construction crews, assigning tasks, monitoring performance, and addressing safety concerns.
•Ensure crews are trained in proper installation techniques, safety procedures, and company standards.
•Monitor subcontractor performance against project specifications and timelines.
Permitting and Compliance:
•Ensure permitting guidelines are followed as outlined by the permitter including timely permit closeouts.
•Ensure compliance with all relevant safety regulations, including OSHA standards and industry best practices.
•Manage utility coordination with other utility companies to avoid conflicts.
Budget and Cost Control:
•Track project expenses and identify potential cost overruns.
•Implement cost-saving measures when necessary.
•Prepare project budget reports for stakeholders.
Quality Assurance and Reporting:
•Conduct quality inspections throughout the construction process to ensure adherence to standards.
•Generate detailed project reports including progress updates, safety metrics, and budget status.
Note: Specific responsibilities may vary depending on the company and project scope.
What We Look For in a Candidate
•Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of telecommunications infrastructure, including fiber optic cabling, aerial and underground construction methods, and splicing techniques.
•Project Management Skills: Proven ability to manage complex projects from initiation to completion, including scheduling, budgeting, and risk mitigation.
•Leadership Abilities: Experience leading and motivating construction crews, fostering a safe work environment.
•Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication to interact with stakeholders, including clients, engineers, contractors, and local authorities.
•Safety Focus: Commitment to upholding safety standards and incident prevention practices.
•Bachelors degree or equivalent of at least six (6) years or more of OSP Construction industry experience.
•Demonstrated work experience for OSP construction related projects, acting as the primary contact responsible for job control from a quality, costing, scheduling and safety perspective.
•Ability to travel as much as 20%-30% as needed
•Previous experience and knowledge in OSP Engineering, Permitting, Equipment Installation, and Contract policies and procedures.
•Attention to detail with good organizational capabilities.
•Ability to prioritize with good time management skills.
•Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10, (OSHA) 30 or NCCER certifications preferred.
•Practical knowledge of Microsoft EXCEL, WORD, POWER POINT, TEAMS
•Experience reading Blueprints Schematics
•Google Earth proficiency
•Proven track record managing subordinates, construction crews and subcontractors.
•Familiarity with permitting processes and local regulations.
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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:
$103,711 - $138,281 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, and WY.
$108,896 - $145,195 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, and RI.
$114,082 - $152,109 in these states: AK, CA, CT, DC, DE, IL, MA, MD, NJ, NY, TX, VA, and 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://www.lumenbenefits.com/httpdocs2/index.html)
Bonus Structure
Requisition #: 336779
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.
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Application Deadline
02/08/2025