Construction Project Administrators are responsible for planning, scheduling, coordinating, and managing a wide variety of projects involving the construction of Inside Plant (ISP) and Outside Plant (OSP) facilities, buildings, etc. They will meet with builders/developers to oversee the construction process from conceptualization to completion including coordinating with engineers, construction supervisors, contractors, various trade workers, network field technicians and project managers. Project Administrators are responsible for effectively monitoring and managing the quality and completion of work and resolving issues while accurately report on the progress of a project and update databases as applicable, e.g., Fiber to the x (FTTx), Customer Designed Fiber Services (CDFS), Alternative Form of Regulation (AFOR), and Global Passive Optical Networks (GPON).

• Location is Boise, ID
• Ability to travel as much as 30%-40%

* Inspects quality of work performed by internal employees and contractors by monitoring construction projects on site.
* Oversees installation of facilities under the USDA Rural Utilities Service (RUS), region construction practices; and/or inspects ISP or OSP work prints.
* Partners with Engineering to ensure designs are effectively translated into the field environment.
* Manages projects, administers implementation, and provides field perspective of necessary work functions.
* Approves contractor invoices and damage claims.
* Assists Engineering by interfacing with contractors in preparation of projects.
* Assists in resolving issues, reviews engineering work prints and handbooks and vendor installation processes in accordance with Lumen standards.
* Provides feedback to internal and external construction personnel regularly.
* Reports housekeeping issues, maintains knowledge of engineering standards, practices and procedures.

* Bachelor's degree in related field
* 4+ years of industry experience and knowledge in the aspects of Engineering, ISP and OSP construction, and contract policies and procedures, managing construction projects to completion or equivalent work experience or equivalent experience.
* Ability to travel as much as 30%-40%.
* Must have a valid driver's license, with a satisfactory driving record. Motor vehicle record check will be required.
* Comprehensive knowledge of construction practices and procedures, including underground conduit, buried and aerial construction of copper and fiber facilities. Knowledge of central office configurations and routing switching.
* Previous experience with supervision of projects, or project management, reading blueprints and schematics, and experience and knowledge of building codes and relevant laws to ensure the project is in compliance with building standards and regulations.

The starting salary for this role differs based on the employee's primary work location. Employees typically do not start at the top of the range, though compensation depends on each individual's qualifications.

Location Based Pay Ranges

$63,980 - $85,300 in these states: ID
As with the pay range variety that's based on the region of a country, specific offers are determined by various factors such as experience, education, skills, certifications and other business needs.