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 This position is responsible for ownership and management of all Network Implementation Engineering and Outside Plant Construction contracts. This position interfaces with and provides direction, guidance, and support to the Network Implementation organization on all contract activity related to the outside sourcing process. This position is responsible for the ownership and management of the review and approval of all suppliers working through Lumen's BidMaster System - including but not limited to review of supplier qualifications, financials, routing and recommendation of approval for Master Services Agreements (MSA's) and on-boarding these suppliers by approval of certifications, providing access to Lumen's building (badge access) and engineering systems. This role is responsible in overseeing contractor performance and partnering with operations to drive accountability. THE MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

• Network Implementation interface providing direction, guidance and support to the for all contract activity related to the outsourcing process
• Leverage data and analytics to create and manage plans that focus on cost transformation initiatives within the Network Implementation organization
• Responsible for project leadership based on changing priorities of projects in relation to resources, processes, timeliness, materials, expense and potential revenue.
• Developing new processes, providing analysis, direction and guidance in support of all contractors and partner organizations
• Responsible for the contracts and pricing supporting project management of key projects that drive substantial revenue and retention opportunities for the company.
• Drive accountability for completion timelines, physical quality, cost/budget information, methods and staffing.
• Ensure adherence to budgets, schedules, work plans, performance, and safety requirements.
• Provide critical functional/user input into system designs, enhancements and implementation of application software systems.
• Provide business case inputs and validations that impact engineering and construction cost/benefit requirements

WHAT WE LOOK FOR IN A CANDIDATE REQUIRED:

• Baccalaureate degree plus at least eight (8) 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 30%-40%.
• 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:

• Master's Degree with six (6 ) plus years relevant experience
• Knowledge of Lumen Proprietary Systems, SAP, Fireworks, BidMaster, JDS, WFMT, NDS, CLM and APO.

Requisition #: 232173 EEO STATEMENT 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, 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 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.

Lumen is a global company of approximately 38,000 professionals dedicated to unleashing the world's digital potential. Lumen frees businesses from the legacy communication experiences holding them back today by making IT environments more user-friendly and intuitive. Our experience-first approach to networking, edge cloud and cybersecurity connects people, data and apps―quickly, securely and effortlessly. We ignite business growth and accelerate innovation for 8 of the 10 most valuable brands in the world.