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Lead Project Controls Specialist (Remote, US)

CenturyLink, a brand of Lumen Technologies, provides high-speed internet, fiber, voice, and TV services to residential and small business customers across the United States.

CenturyLink

Employee count: 5000+

Salary: 85k-124k USD

United States only

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Lumen is the trusted network for AI. We’re transforming how businesses connect, secure, and scale in an AI-driven world.

By connecting people, data, and applications quickly, securely, and effortlessly, we help organizations move faster and unlock what’s next.

At Lumen, people power progress. Our culture is built on teamwork, trust, and transparency, giving you the flexibility, support, and opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’re looking for top-tier talent ready to take on the challenge. Join us in building the future.

The Role

As a Lead Project Controls Specialist, you will be responsible for leading the project controls processes with the internal project management team to execute project deliverables within budget and schedule.

The Main Responsibilities

  • Ensure project set-up in the Enterprise Project Management software.
    • Analyze data, review logs, and run reports in the Enterprise Planning & Controls software or other tools.
    • Create Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).
    • Develop, implement, and maintain effective scheduling reports, cost reports, cash flows and forecasts for multiple projects.

• Follow project execution plans.

  • Responsible for engineering, procurement and construction planning, scheduling, logistics and cost control.
    • Serve as a point of contact for technical questions from the project team.
    • Approve Purchase Orders and/or Subcontracts for proper coding.
    • Input and document changes to cost reports or forecasts.
    • Interface with the Project Management Team and Accounting Department to review project costs and contingency costs and support external audits.
    • Review upstream (prime contract) and downstream (purchase order & subcontract) change orders.
    • Develop and present a cash flow report.
    • Develop various levels of schedules.
    • Apply and review the entry of logic ties within the schedules.
    • Monitor resource loading of a schedule.
    • Support Interactive Project Planning Meetings (IPPM).
    • Create various schedule reports and determine appropriate reporting format.
    • Develop, review, and analyze pre-programmed project scheduling reports and back-up documentation for accuracy.
    • Consult with the project team on schedule progress.
    • Analyze and evaluate schedule management involving the critical path method of scheduling techniques, estimating, project cost management and forecasting.
    • Perform schedule what-if scenarios.
    • Develop and maintain an earned value management system.
    • Input and validate progress measurement.
    • Develop and maintain progress curves.
    • Perform material takeoffs.
    • Perform quality checks and inspections on project controls deliverables.
    • Assist with Project Forensic Analysis.

What We Look For in a Candidate

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
    • 6+ years of direct project controls experience.
    • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
    • Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
    • Proven ability to handle multiple projects while meeting deadlines and documenting progress towards those deadlines.
    • Proficient with Microsoft Office suite.

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

$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 WY
$88,860 - $118,480 in these states: CO HI MI MN NC NH NV OR RI
$93,092 - $124,122 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
Bonus Structure

Requisition #: 342048

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. 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.

Privacy Notice

Lumen is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information collected during the recruitment and hiring process. Our Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect applicant information, as well as how individuals may request access to or deletion of their personal data.

To review Lumen’s Privacy Notice, please visit:
https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/privacy-notice

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.

In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.

Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. 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.

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Salary: 85k-124k USD

Education

Bachelor degree

Experience

6 years minimum

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United States +/- 0 hours

About CenturyLink

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We're CenturyLink, and we're passionate about empowering your digital life through reliable, high-speed connectivity. As a key brand within the Lumen Technologies family, we've spent decades building and maintaining the critical infrastructure that keeps homes and small businesses connected to the world around them. Our journey began humbly in 1930, and while we've grown from a small local telephone company into a global technology powerhouse, our core mission has never wavered: to bring people together and unlock the potential of the digital age.

We believe that a strong internet connection is the heartbeat of the modern home. In an era where remote work, online learning, and digital entertainment are part of everyday life, we understand that you need a network you can trust. That's why we're tirelessly expanding our fiber-optic footprint, delivering gigabit speeds that allow you to stream, game, and video chat without missing a beat. We're not just providing a utility; we're enabling the experiences that define your day-to-day life, from the morning video conference to the evening movie night.

Beyond the cables and routers, we're a team of dedicated professionals who care deeply about the communities we serve. We know that technology can sometimes feel complex, which is why we're committed to making your experience as simple and seamless as possible. Whether it's through our intuitive self-service apps or our knowledgeable support teams, we're here to ensure you get the most out of your service. We're also proud to support local initiatives and volunteer efforts, because we believe in strengthening the neighborhoods where we live and work. At CenturyLink, we're excited to be your partner in connectivity, today and for years to come.

Employee benefits

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Life Insurance

Company-paid group term life insurance coverage.

Disability Insurance

Short-term and long-term disability coverage options.

Commuter Spending Account

Pre-tax savings for mass transit and parking expenses.

Parental Leave

Supportive leave for new parents, including adoption assistance.

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