Lumen Technologies
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
- Develops, plans and manages 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.
- Coordinates and facilitates project meetings.
- Develops and distributes 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.
- Ensures 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
Minimum
What We Look For in a Candidate
- Bachelor’s Degree and/or 5+ years of related experience
- Implementation experience in technology based environments
Preferred
- Experience leading multiple complex projects in the technology industry
- PMP Certification
- 6+ years in project management 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 #: 275988
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
72540
Salary Max
161520
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 Max
161520
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.
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