Contract Manager I - Broomfield, CO
Lumen

The Role

Responsible for renewing various Right-of-Way Agreements, Building Access Agreements and 3rd Party Fiber/Conduit Agreements related to the Company’s fiber-optic network across North America. Manages numerous negotiations simultaneously as well as develops and delivers progress reports and various metrics for the Network Infrastructure Services department. Contract Renewals will include but not be limited to the following: projects involving network growth and integrity, use of third party assets (including utility poles, conduits and dark fiber), management of rights-of way, franchise and other licenses necessary for the placement and operation of the network.

The Main Responsibilities

• Acts as primary lead for the negotiation and acquisition of right-of-way and infrastructure contracts, such as franchise or dark fiber agreements.
• Coordinates delivery and integration of right of way and infrastructure components with other functional groups.
• Forecasts and manages expenditures related to right of way and infrastructure contracts and track impact to network expense, operating expense and capital expense budgets.
• Provides support and expertise to post execution management of various right of way and infrastructure agreements. This includes: assembling contract deliverables, proper entry of related data into company tracking and financial databases, payment and analysis of invoices, contract renewals, etc.
• In cooperation with other functional groups, manages projects related to network operation and maintenance, requiring right-of-way agreements or third party asset acquisition.
• Provides estimated costs of various right of way and infrastructure components of projects related to building additions or network expansion/integration projects.
• Provides right of way and infrastructure related expertise as needed by the company.

What We Look For in a Candidate

Education Qualifications: High School Diploma/GED or 1 year of relevant job experience. Relevant job experience is described as:

  Job experience in similar industry

  Job experience with similar essential duties Physical Requirements:

  Office – Sits 5 to 7 hours per day; Bend, reach, stoop and crouch; lift 10 lbs.

Preferred Education, Skills and Experience
Education and Experience

  Experience:  5+ yrs

  Education Level:  Bachelor's Degree

  Field Of Study:  Management, Finance or related field

  A combination of education and experience is acceptable:  Yes

  Attention to detail with good organizational capabilities.

  Ability to prioritize with good time management skills.

Knowledge, Skills or Abilities

Strong experience in contract negotiation and management is required. Proficient use of Microsoft Office is essential. Experience in outside plant design and/or construction, or network planning is preferred. Additional experience in business management, financial management or the legal field is preferred. Must be a strong multi-tasker and have experience coordinating across departments. Experience with interfacing with various municipal agencies is required. Must have good visual acuity. Must be able to travel occasionally by airplane , automobile or other public mode of transportation. Must be able to work in a general office environment and be able to operate a computer and associated peripherals. Must be able to operate a telephone and communicate effectively with same. Must have and maintain the legal authority and physical ability to drive an automobile. The ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs is desirable.

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