Lead Site Survey Engineer, Department of the Air Force (DAF) Base Infrastructure Modernization (BIM)

The Role

Lead Site Survey Engineer, Federal Programs in support of the Department of the Air Force Base Infrastructure Modernization (BIM) Program. BIM is a multi-award indefinite delivery/indefinite quantity (ID/IQ) contract in support of AF Base Area Network (BAN) efforts to modernize and sustain approximately one-hundred and eighty-seven (187) installations globally over the ten-year period of performance. BIM will modernize the Non-classified Internet Protocol Router (NIPR) and Secure Internet Protocol Router (SIPR) BAN through a hybrid as-a-service model utilizing contractor provided networking services. The BAN architecture is comprised of wired network components, wireless network components, inside plant cabling, outside plant cabling, and distribution services. The contractor will modernize, operate, and maintain base network infrastructure to meet Service Level Agreements (SLAs). 

The Main Responsibilities

The Lead Site Survey Engineer will work in a challenging, hands-on environment as part of the Lumen PMO in support of the BIM program. Inside Plant/Outside Plant (ISP/OSP) specialist responsible for the planning and installation of network cabling and wired/wireless infrastructure for the Base Area Network (BAN). Applies advanced engineering and network principles, theories, concepts, and technologies to solve unusually complex problems and issues. Leads site survey teams at various United States Air Force Bases worldwide. 

• Duties and Responsibilities
• Surveys facilities and develops site-specfic schematics, bill of materials, and subsequent drawings (floor plans, room plans, and rack elevation/equipment drawings). 
• Analyze building floor plan diagrams, engineering drawings, and technical specifications to plan, coordinate, and implement installation activities outlined in site-specific Task Order PWS. 
• Determine system integration requirements at each base location. 
• Perform and document testing for copper and fiber optic structured cabling systems. 
• Participates in the development of Public Sector business unit strategic plans and policies, by providing direction to BIM PMO managers and teaming partners to achieve business objectives.
• Directs development and implementation of processes and procedures to ensure efficient Task Order execution and addresses problems and deficiencies swiftly.
• Ensures that all work performed meets the PWS requirements within the schedule and staffing constraints of the contract.
• Assesses and mitigates operational risks and issues requiring Director level approval authority.
• Administratively manages PMO personnel and subcontractors. 
• Works closely with Government BIM PMO-specified personnel to facilitate effective planning and accomplishment of critical objectives in a timely manner.
• Provides proposal support, project scheduling (MS Project), operational support systems, ordering, inventory, transition/implementation performance reporting, budgeting/forecasting, training, customer care, operations, program management plans, change management plans, resource plans, quality assurance plans, and risk management plans.
• Directly interfaces with engineering, network management, and customer technical representatives to discuss technical project aspects.
• Ensure the timely and accurate delivery of all assigned weekly, monthly, quarterly, semi-annual, and annual contract deliverables. 

What We Look For in a Candidate

• Demonstrated ability to make decisive decisions at the strategic level and capability to provide tailored guidance and direction to achieve results.
• Strong team leadership skills. Proven ability to form and develop teams to achieve cooperation and synergy in a matrixed environment.  
• Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree with strong experience in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Business, or other related scientific or technical discipline or equivalent work experience.
• Ten (10) to fifteen (15) years of experience (least three in a management position) in Program/Project Management leading organizations and managing complex networks preferably with the Department of Defense and specifically with DAF is desired.
• Project management experience specifically executing installation infrastructure modernization and sustainment support.
• Must maintain eligibility requirements for access to classified information (applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation.
• Other Requirements
• Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) Certification,
• Secret Clearance with ability to be cleared for additional program access.
• Project Management Institute Program Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• BISCI Registered Telecommunications Project Manager (RTPM) Certification a plus.
• Travel (up to 25%) is required. 

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Compensation

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

$94,420 - $125,890 in these states: AR, ID, KY, LA, ME, MS, NE, SC, and SD.
$99,390 - $132,510 in these states: AZ, AL, FL, GA, IN, IA, KS, MO, MT, NM, ND, OH, OK, PA, TN, UT, VT, WV, WI, and WY.
$104,360 - $139,140 in these states: CO, HI, MI, MN, NV, NH, NC, OR, and RI.
$109,330 - $145,770 in these states: AK, CA, CT, DE, DC, IL, MD, MA, NJ, NY, TX, VA, and WA.

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.

As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Lumen offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing.