Network Implementation Program Manager

Location: VANCOUVER, WA, US, 98661 PORTLAND, OR, US, 97219 PORTLAND, OR, US, 97220 VANCOUVER, WA, US, 98663

Company: Lumen Technologies

Lumen is the trusted network for the AI-powered world, connecting people, data, and applications through our expansive fiber network and connected ecosystem. We enable secure, high-performance connectivity across cloud, edge, and AI workloads for enterprises, governments, and communities.

At Lumen, you’ll work on infrastructure customers rely on today and build for what’s next, where performance, security, and resilience matter.

This is a high accountability environment where bold ideas drive real innovation for our customers, partners, and industry. The work is challenging, expectations are clear, and trust is built into how we operate. If you’re ready to take ownership, deliver meaningful impact, and help shape the future of AI-ready connectivity, join us today.

The Network Implementation Program Manager position will plan, schedule, coordinate, and project manage a wide variety of projects involving the construction of ISP and OSP facilities, buildings, road moves, etc. including the collaboration with engineers, construction supervisors, contractors, various trade workers, project managers, etc to effectively monitor and manage quality and completion of work and resolve specific issues, as well as, to accurately report on the progress of a project to include updating databases as applicable (i.e.

- Fiber to the x (FTTx), Customer Designed Fiber Services (CDFS), Fiber to the Tower (FT3), and Global Passive Optical Networks (GPON). This position must ensure projects are completed with quality, on budget and within time constraints.

• End to end project management
• Relationship building with Vendors
• Quality audit of work performed by vendors
• Responsible for work load balancing among resources
• Responsible for functional management of a market
• Field interface for engineering or construction
• Up to date on technical field construction standards
• Moderate to Complex work using external vendors: network expansion, relocations, building adds

Required

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education and experience of 2-3 years.
• Fully seasoned with typically 3+ years professional experience.
• Knowledgeable and able to work in appropriate systems and Microsoft Office
• Fluent on current approved products and technology

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
$71,088 - $94,784 in these states: OR

$74,474 - $99,297 in these states: 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.

Life at Lumen is human and connected, even in a fast moving, AI-focused organization. We set clear expectations and trust people to meet them. With real support and shared accountability, teams collaborate better, move faster, and deliver meaningful outcomes.

Our Lumen 8 behaviors guide how we interact, make decisions, and work together, shaping a culture built to perform and win.

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…