Senior Contract Manager

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.

A senior contract manager is responsible for acquiring and managing right of way agreements for various projects to support the company’s fiber optic network across North America. A senior contract manager works with private companies, landowners, government agencies, and other stakeholders to negotiate and execute right of way agreements that meet the project requirements and comply with the applicable laws and regulations.

A senior contract manager has the expertise to provide underlying right knowledge to company as needed as well as mentoring, training, and providing direction to other contract managers.

This is a work from home position within the U.S.

• 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 the ownership and encumbrances of the property.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, surveyors, attorneys, and other team members to ensure the timely and accurate completion of right of way agreements.
• Monitor and manage the status and performance of right of way agreements, including payments, renewals, amendments, terminations, and disputes.
• Maintain and update the right of way database and records, ensuring compliance with the company policies and procedures.
• Prepare and present reports and summaries of right of way activities and issues to management and clients.
• Create a document turnover package to ensure compliance with company’s policies and procedures.
• Main point of contact for major underlying rights providers and respective agreements.
• Requires limited direction and guidance.

• Bachelor's degree or Master's degree
• Preferably in business, law, real estate, financial management or related field
• Minimum of 6+ years of relevant job experience in contract management, right of way acquisition, or land administration
• Preferably in telecom, outside plant design, construction, or network planning
• Expert knowledge of the principles and practices of right of way acquisition and management, including legal, regulatory, and environmental aspects
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel) and right of way software applications.

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.

$84,629 - $112,838 in these states: AL, AR, AZ, FL, GA, IA, , IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MO, MS, MT, ND, NE, NM, OH, OK, PA, SC, SD, TN, UT, VT, WI, WV, and WY.

$88,860 - $118,480 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NC, NH, NV, OR, and RI.

$93,092 - $124,122 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.

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Requisition #: 341189

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