Lead Project Manager

Job description

**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.
**The Role**
The Lead Project Manager is responsible for overseeing multiple complex projects that drive strategic transformation across the organization.

This role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and stakeholder engagement skills to ensure successful delivery of initiatives aligned with enterprise goals.
**The Main Responsibilities**
+ **Project Leadership:** Lead cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time, within scope, and budget.

Manage project lifecycle from initiation through closure.

Develop, plan and manage implementation of activities for highly complex projects/programs for internal customers throughout their lifecycle.

Accountable for timely project completion and delivery.
+ **Reporting & Documentation:** Prepare and present status reports, dashboards, and post-implementation reviews.

Ensure documentation is complete and audit-ready.

Analyzes work plans and schedules and develops project progress and status reports (including executive status updates).

Develop and distribute timely meeting minutes, to include track/manage action items and verify they are incorporated into the program schedule and that deliverables are met on time
+ **Risk & Issue Management:** Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.

Escalate critical issues and develop contingency plans.

Utilize the change control process to track schedule changes.
+ **Financial Acumen:** Monitor budgets, forecast costs, and ensure financial targets are met.

Provide input into cost optimization strategies and resource allocation models.

Through partnership with other staff organizations, define Key Performance Indicators (KPI), training, process standards, policies, and procedures.

Associated with complex projects.
+ **Stakeholder Engagement:** Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.

Facilitate communication and alignment across departments.

Ensure adherence to project related policies and processes.

Reiterate scope, roles/responsibilities and schedule on a regular basis and provide team members a single point of contact for all project issues
**What We Look For in a Candidate**
**Minimum:**
+ Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field; PMP or equivalent certification preferred
+ 5–10 years of project management experience.
+ Proven track record managing large-scale, complex projects with cross-functional teams.
+ Strong understanding of Agile, Waterfall, and hybrid project management methodologies.
+ Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
**Preferred:**
+ Financial and commercial acumen, including budgeting and cost modeling.
+ Experience with strategic planning and organizational design.
+ Proficiency in project management tools.
+ Familiarity with transformation initiatives and change management.
**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.
Location Based Pay Ranges
$82,969 - $138,281 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 WY
$87,117 - $145,195 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI
$91,266 - $152,109 in these states: AK CA CT DC DE IL MA MD NJ NY TX VA 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.
Learn more about Lumen's:
Benefits (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/benefits-statement)
Bonus Structure
#LI-Remote
**What to Expect Next**
Requisition #: 340149
**Background Screening**
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 more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page (https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/faq) .

Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role.

Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
**Equal Employment Opportunities**
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, “protected statuses”).

We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training.
**Disclaimer**
The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job.

Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions.
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All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses.

If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name.
**Application Deadline**
10/25/2025

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