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Role Description

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. This role involves:

• Drafting and negotiating right of way agreements with private companies, landowners, government agencies, and other parties.
• Reviewing and analyzing title information, surveys, maps, and other documents to determine the ownership and encumbrances of the property.
• Coordinating with project managers, engineers, surveyors, attorneys, and other team members to ensure the timely and accurate completion of right of way agreements.
• Monitoring and managing the status and performance of right of way agreements, including payments, renewals, amendments, terminations, and disputes.
• Maintaining and updating the right of way database and records, ensuring compliance with the company policies and procedures.
• Preparing and presenting reports and summaries of right of way activities and issues to management and clients.
• Creating a document turnover package to ensure compliance with company’s policies and procedures.
• Acting as the main point of contact for major underlying rights providers and respective agreements.
• Working with limited direction and guidance.

Qualifications

• 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 experience 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.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel) and right of way software applications.

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.

Compensation

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, ID, 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.