Principal Project Management
Kinetic by Windstream.com
Office
OH, US
Full Time
Uniti is a premier insurgent fiber provider dedicated to enabling mission-critical connectivity across the United States.
With a steadfast commitment to customer service, operational excellence, and superior network capabilities, Uniti builds, operates and delivers critical fiber-based communications services to connect and empower people and businesses.
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About the Role:
The Principal – Project Management role is a key position within Uniti’s Network and Shared Services PMO. This leader is responsible for managing strategic projects and driving process innovation and continual improvement within the project management framework. This position demands an initiative-taker who is comfortable engaging business partners across the organization and working across functional groups to achieve shared goals. Strong presentation and public speaking skills are necessary.
What You'll Do:
• Implement strategic projects and initiatives by building and leading cross-functional teams, gaining buy-in and alignment.
• Collaborate with project team members to define project requirements and establish project plans.
• Manage, monitor, and report on all aspects of assigned projects while serving as the subject matter expert and main point of contact.
• Identify, track, and escalate project issues and risk, ensuring issue/risk mitigation and/or resolution.
• Provide thought-provoking leadership to foster innovation, teamwork, and appropriate risk-taking.
• Strategically drive resolution by inserting influence, direction, and decision making into escalations.
• Map current process flows and identify areas of process improvement.
• Publish timely, succinct, and effective communication for stakeholders and leadership.
Do You Have:
• Demonstrated project management and leadership skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in a deadline driven environment.
• Proven ability to set a vision and motivate a team.
• Experience de-escalating issues and gaining agreement.
• Focus on delivering work of highest quality and accuracy.
• Experience effectively communicating in written and verbal form to an executive team.
• Experience with Agile and Hybrid methodologies.
Even Better:
• Functional experience with project management and reporting tools (e.g., Microsoft Planner, Visio, Tableau, Power BI)
• PMP certification
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Our Benefits:
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
• 401K Plan
• Health & Flexible Savings Account
• Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
• Educational Assistance Plan
Uniti is an equal opportunity employer. At Uniti, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, current military status, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law, and to give full consideration to qualified disabled individuals and protected veterans.
Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.
Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens:Uniti, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non-U.S. citizens are required to provide Uniti with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Uniti’s network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or email CORP.HRlegal@uniti.com as soon as possible for information on Uniti’s foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements.
Notice to Applicants: Depending on the position and its job functions, offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of certain pre-employment screenings, including but not limited to criminal background check, drug-screen, motor vehicle records check, or other pre-employment screening. All such screenings will be conducted by an external third-party with the Candidate’s written consent and in accordance with federal and state law. Refusal to authorize or submit to a required pre-employment screening may disqualify the candidate from employment. A prior criminal record will NOT automatically disqualify a candidate but will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis considering a number of factors, including but not limited to the nature and specific duties of the position. Any misrepresentation during the application or interview process may result in denial of employment, withdrawal of offer, or termination.
With a steadfast commitment to customer service, operational excellence, and superior network capabilities, Uniti builds, operates and delivers critical fiber-based communications services to connect and empower people and businesses.
_________________________________________________________
About the Role:
The Principal – Project Management role is a key position within Uniti’s Network and Shared Services PMO. This leader is responsible for managing strategic projects and driving process innovation and continual improvement within the project management framework. This position demands an initiative-taker who is comfortable engaging business partners across the organization and working across functional groups to achieve shared goals. Strong presentation and public speaking skills are necessary.
What You'll Do:
• Implement strategic projects and initiatives by building and leading cross-functional teams, gaining buy-in and alignment.
• Collaborate with project team members to define project requirements and establish project plans.
• Manage, monitor, and report on all aspects of assigned projects while serving as the subject matter expert and main point of contact.
• Identify, track, and escalate project issues and risk, ensuring issue/risk mitigation and/or resolution.
• Provide thought-provoking leadership to foster innovation, teamwork, and appropriate risk-taking.
• Strategically drive resolution by inserting influence, direction, and decision making into escalations.
• Map current process flows and identify areas of process improvement.
• Publish timely, succinct, and effective communication for stakeholders and leadership.
Do You Have:
• Demonstrated project management and leadership skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in a deadline driven environment.
• Proven ability to set a vision and motivate a team.
• Experience de-escalating issues and gaining agreement.
• Focus on delivering work of highest quality and accuracy.
• Experience effectively communicating in written and verbal form to an executive team.
• Experience with Agile and Hybrid methodologies.
Even Better:
• Functional experience with project management and reporting tools (e.g., Microsoft Planner, Visio, Tableau, Power BI)
• PMP certification
_________________________________________________________
Our Benefits:
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Plans
• 401K Plan
• Health & Flexible Savings Account
• Life and AD&D, Spousal Life, Child Life Insurance Plans
• Educational Assistance Plan
Uniti is an equal opportunity employer. At Uniti, we celebrate the authenticity and uniqueness of our people and their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information, protected veteran status, current military status, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law, and to give full consideration to qualified disabled individuals and protected veterans.
Actual base pay for this job will depend on the candidate's primary work location and other factors, such as relevant skills and experience.
Notice to Non-U.S. Citizens:Uniti, as a holder of licenses granted by the Federal Communications Commission, is required to notify and to obtain approval from federal regulatory agencies prior to granting certain system/network access to any non-U.S. citizen personnel. Offers of employment extended to non-U.S. citizens are contingent upon receiving the requisite approval from agencies overseeing compliance. Non-U.S. citizens are required to provide Uniti with the personal identifying information required to obtain the necessary approval prior to accessing certain systems and/or Uniti’s network. If you are not a U.S. citizen, please notify your recruiter or email CORP.HRlegal@uniti.com as soon as possible for information on Uniti’s foreign personnel disclosure and approval requirements.
Notice to Applicants: Depending on the position and its job functions, offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of certain pre-employment screenings, including but not limited to criminal background check, drug-screen, motor vehicle records check, or other pre-employment screening. All such screenings will be conducted by an external third-party with the Candidate’s written consent and in accordance with federal and state law. Refusal to authorize or submit to a required pre-employment screening may disqualify the candidate from employment. A prior criminal record will NOT automatically disqualify a candidate but will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis considering a number of factors, including but not limited to the nature and specific duties of the position. Any misrepresentation during the application or interview process may result in denial of employment, withdrawal of offer, or termination.
Principal Project Management
Office
OH, US
Full Time
September 29, 2025