Lumen Technologies - Lansing, MI
posted 3 months ago
The Technical Project Manager II - Federal at Lumen plays a crucial role in managing projects that are essential to the Lab and Field Engineering environments. This position is responsible for setting milestones for each project and coordinating efforts between various teams, both internal and external, to ensure that projects are delivered effectively and according to plan. The Technical Project Manager will assist with technical proposals, engineering processes, and documentation control, ensuring that all aspects of project management are adhered to throughout the project lifecycle. In this role, the Technical Project Manager will oversee projects from inception to completion, which includes conducting research, conceptualizing ideas, assessing feasibility, designing solutions, preparing proposals, conducting lab testing, planning implementations, managing procurement processes, and ensuring proper documentation. The position requires interfacing with team members and vendors/suppliers to facilitate support, scheduling, milestone achievement, and development processes. The Technical Project Manager will also assist in the procurement of specialized equipment and manage related services and agreements, including purchase orders and specific procedures for implementation. Additionally, the Technical Project Manager will collaboratively adapt existing project plans and develop new processes and communication standards for the engineering teams. They will be responsible for tracking the progress of each assigned project, developing reports and presentations, and proactively managing program material inventory and related databases. Identifying changes in project scope and associated risks, as well as developing contingency plans, are also key responsibilities of this role. Overall, the Technical Project Manager II is integral to ensuring that projects are completed on time, within scope, and to the satisfaction of all stakeholders involved.