Senior Construction Engineer at Lumen Technologies

, , United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Aug, 26

Salary

121688.0

Posted On

30 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

OSP Engineering, Vendor Management, Project Scheduling, Civil Engineering, Network Architecture, Budget Management, Risk Assessment, Fiber Network Management, Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, Strategic Relationship Management, Route Planning, Splicing Requirements, Permitting, Construction Implementation, Cross-functional Leadership

Industry

technology;Information and Internet

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. 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 Sr Construction Engineer reports directly to the Manager Engineering. They will be responsible for all aspects of completing the delivery of new telecommunications networks multiple locations through vendor management and vendor engagement; including supervising the estimating, design, engineering, scheduling and construction implementation of multiple network infrastructure deployment projects. The Main Responsibilities Defines and reviews comprehensive plans for large, complex, highly technical projects that cover the following: phased delivery plan; resource requirements, project costs, project schedule; risk assessment and mitigation; opex and capital budget requirements; team structure and accountability matrix; project governance and reporting; forecasting of upcoming projects and corresponding materials. Effectively leads a cross-functional team in the planning and execution of large projects. The team may include company employees from various internal departments as well as outside contractors and engineering firms. Construction Engineer must establish and drive clear accountabilities for all outside vendors and create an environment that enables high performance. Ability to drive vendors to complete projects on time and meet aggressive timelines. Must be able to prioritize a heavy workload and stay flexible on meeting internal schedules. Leads the solution deployment. Covering everything from the network architecture, construction methodologies, material selection, acquisition and handling, field installation activities, project acceptance activities, customer and operational hand-over activities. Responsible for in-scope, on schedule, on budget delivery. Establishes the appropriate project team structure, reporting and metrics to measure, monitor performance against plan reporting frequent status updates to internal stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to lead and positively motivate cross-functional teams of engineers, construction managers, contractors and consulting employees to successful completion of such projects. What We Look For in a Candidate Bachelor’s degree or 5 plus years of relevant job experience. Relevant job background, knowledge, and experience is described as: A knowledge base full of OSP Engineering standards and practices along with all forms of Outside Plant (OSP) construction (e.g. proper boring and trenching, fiber pulling in duct, including overpulling, general Telecommunications Aerial and Underground construction standards). Experience with civil engineering and construction for site development. Personal experience in the full life cycle of OSP and/or Civil Projects (e.g. estimating, engineering, permitting and constructing). Strong computer skills with emphasis using Microsoft Word, Excel and Project as well as a variety of mapping programs. Positive and professional attitude. Experience in strategic customer relationship management. Proven results in building strong peer level relationships-coordination and alignment with the managers who will ultimately operate the network is considered imperative to overall success of these projects. Strong general business acumen. Exceptional organizational, prioritization and written/verbal communication skills. Proven creative problem solver. Experience in OSP operations, administration, and maintenance. The principles and practices behind Fiber Network Management (e.g. route planning, fiber assignments, capacity management, fiber types, splicing requirements, testing requirements, and power requirements). 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: $82,969 - $110,625 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. $87,117 - $116,156 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, and RI. $91,266 - $121,688 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 Bonus Structure What to Expect Next Requisition #: 341445 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. 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. In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name.

Responsibilities

The Senior Construction Engineer manages the delivery of new telecommunications networks through vendor engagement and supervision of design, engineering, and construction. They are responsible for ensuring projects are completed in-scope, on schedule, and within budget while leading cross-functional teams.