Lead Construction Manager

Lumen Technologies

7d•$103,711 - $152,109•Remote

About The Position

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 Lead Construction Manager – National Deployment Team serves as the national subject matter expert (SME) for construction execution across three geographic regions. This role is responsible for developing, standardizing, and governing construction processes and technical standards that span the full project lifecycle—from initial scope creation through final handover to both internal and external customers. This position plays a critical leadership role in construction contract development, supplier strategy, and partner compliance, ensuring construction activities are executed safely, consistently, on schedule, and in full adherence to contractual, financial, and quality requirements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field
10+ years of construction experience, including large‑scale, multi‑region or program‑level deployments
Demonstrated experience owning construction projects from scope development through completion and handover
Strong background in construction contract development, negotiation, and enforcement
Proven ability to manage external construction partners and ensure contractual compliance
Advanced understanding of site civil construction, permitting, utility coordination, and general construction practices
Ability to read and interpret A&E drawings, blueprints, and schematics
Willingness to travel 20–30% as required to support national deployment activities

Nice To Haves

Experience developing enterprise‑wide construction standards or governance models
Background supporting telecommunications, network infrastructure, or large‑scale capital programs
Experience presenting to executive leadership and influencing decisions without direct authority
Strong change‑management and continuous‑improvement mindset

Responsibilities

Standards Leadership
Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of national construction standards, procedures, and workflows applicable across all supported regions
Act as the central authority for construction process governance from scope definition through customer handover
Ensure consistent execution and interpretation of standards across regional teams and external partners
Scope Development & Lifecycle Ownership
Provide expert guidance on project scoping, constructability, sequencing, and risk mitigation during early planning phases
Define clear requirements and deliverables for construction projects to support predictable execution and successful handover
Oversee construction milestones, critical inspections, and close‑out activities to ensure readiness for internal and external customers
Contract Development & Partner Compliance
Lead or support the development of construction contracts, master service agreements, and scopes of work
Define contractual requirements related to quality, schedule, cost controls, safety, and reporting
Ensure construction partners adhere strictly to contract terms, performance expectations, and company policies
Partner with Legal, Procurement, and Finance to resolve disputes, manage change orders, and enforce compliance
Supplier Strategy & Financial Oversight
Evaluate supplier agreements, award strategies, and contractor performance at a national level
Exercise financial controls within company systems, including review and approval of project budgets, purchase requisitions, and contractor invoices
Drive cost discipline and forecasting accuracy across regional deployments
Cross‑Functional & Executive Engagement
Serve as a trusted construction advisor to executive leadership, regional leaders, and cross‑functional partners
Present construction strategies, risk assessments, and performance insights with clarity and confidence
Collaborate closely with Engineering, Operations, Network Deployment, and Customer teams to align construction outcomes with business objectives

Benefits

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.

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