Sr Contract Manager - OPS

Lumen Technologies • Remote, OR

21h • $84,629 - $124,122 • Remote

About The Position

A senior contract manager acquires and manages right of way agreements for projects supporting Lumen’s fiber optic network across North America. The role negotiates and executes agreements with private companies, landowners, government agencies, and other stakeholders, ensuring agreements meet project requirements and comply with applicable laws and regulations. The position provides subject-matter expertise in right of way matters and mentors, trains, and directs other contract managers. It is the main point of contact for major underlying rights providers and their agreements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree; a degree in business, law, real estate, financial management, or a related field is preferred.
• At least 7 years of relevant job experience in contract management, right of way acquisition, or land administration may substitute for the degree requirement.
• Expert knowledge of right of way acquisition and management principles and practices, including legal, regulatory, and environmental aspects.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office and right of way software applications.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Experience in telecom, outside plant design, construction, or network planning.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate right of way agreements with private companies, landowners, government agencies, and other parties.
• Review and analyze title information, surveys, maps, and other documents to determine property ownership and encumbrances.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, surveyors, attorneys, and other team members to complete right of way agreements accurately and on time.
• Monitor and manage right of way agreement status and performance, including payments, renewals, amendments, terminations, and disputes.
• Maintain and update the right of way database and records in compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Prepare and present reports and summaries of right of way activities and issues to management and clients.
• Create document turnover packages to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Serve as the main point of contact for major underlying rights providers and their agreements.
• Provide right of way knowledge to the company and mentor, train, and provide direction to other contract managers.

Benefits

• Comprehensive package featuring a broad range of health, life, voluntary lifestyle benefits, and other perks to support physical, mental, emotional, and financial wellbeing.
• Bonus structure may include short-term incentives, long-term incentives, and/or sales compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior