Right-of-Way Contract Manager

at Lumen in Augusta, Maine, United States

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.

Were 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

At Lumen, the Contract Manager is responsible for renewing various Right-of-Way ( ROW ) Agreements, 3rd Party Fiber/Conduit and Pole Agreements related to the Companys fiber-optic network across North America. They are responsible for managing numerous negotiations simultaneously as well as developing and delivering progress reports and various metrics for the Implementation Services department within Field Operations. They act as Outside Plant project manager for those assigned construction projects within the Contract Managers territory. A Contract Manager II 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.

Location

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

The Main Responsibilities

+ 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 companys policies and procedures

+ Uses several techniques to solve complex problems where analysis of situations or data requires a review and analysis of several factors.

+ Provides resolutions to a diverse range of complex problems.

+ Integrates cus