Principal Network Proj/Prog Mgmt

Job Description:

This position requires office presence of a minimum of 5 days per week and is only located in the location(s) posted. No relocation is offered.

Join AT&T and reimagine the communications and technologies that connect the world. Our Consumer Technology experience team is delivering innovative and reliable technology solutions to power differentiated, simplified customer experiences. Bring your bold ideas and fearless risk-taking to redefine connectivity and transform how the world shares stories and experiences that matter. When you step into a career with AT&T, you won’t just imagine the future-you’ll create it.

Our Principal Network Project/Program Managers are responsible for all aspects of technical project and program management that are more network focused and not IT or Software Delivery related. Projects and programs are typically high value long term strategic projects that involve new and/or enhancing technology, are highly complex, and require tight coordination and integration with multiple organizations and suppliers. Provides overall direction and technical or analytical guidance to project and program teams that typically span multiple organizations and may also include outside suppliers/vendors. Recommends and takes action to direct problem analysis resolution within time and resource constraints.

As a Principal Network Project/Program Manager, on AT&T’s Tower Strategy team, you will be responsible for the comprehensive oversight and execution of AT&T's National High Rent Relocation (HRR) program. You will demonstrate strategic planning, project management, and process improvement to ensure successful tower relocations.

This role ensures accountability, fosters strong relationships with senior leadership, and drives cost savings through efficient project execution and budget management.  An expertise in telecom infrastructure and vendor management are essential for achieving business objectives.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Strategic Project Planning:

  • Leading the strategic funnel of projects, ensuring a healthy pipeline for future relocation opportunities, and optimizing project outcomes to meet IRR expectations and deliver strategic and operational benefits

• Program Execution:

  • Conducting regular program/project management meetings with vendors and team project managers to monitor progress, address issues, and ensure timely completion of key milestones

• Vendor Ecosystem Management:

  • Maintaining and optimizing the vendor ecosystem, determining the timing, method, and allocation of project assignments to vendors

• Process Improvement:

  • Providing support and guidance to other project managers and vendors on process improvement initiatives, enhancing overall program efficiency

• Issue Resolution:

  • Identifying and mitigating risks, bottlenecks, and challenges to ensure smooth project execution

• Executive Reporting:

  • Preparing and presenting detailed performance reports and strategic updates to senior leadership, including quarterly and bi-annual readouts

Required Experience:

• 7+ years of related experience

• Certification is required in some areas

Desired Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Technology, Computer Science or Engineering preferred

Environmental Requirements:

This position may be responsible for contributing to AT&T compliance with environmental laws and regulations as applicable to its job function. This may include, but is not limited to, work related to fuel tanks, emergency and stand-by generators, boilers, hazardous waste, hazardous materials, batteries, manholes and vaults, water wells, linear and other construction projects, water discharge, or air emissions.

Our Principal Network Proj/Prog Mgmt earn between $128,400 - $215,800 annually.  Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. From health insurance to tuition reimbursement and paid time off to discounts on products and services just to name a few. There is a lot to be excited about around here. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

• 401(k) plan

• Tuition reimbursement program

• Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)

• Paid Parental Leave

• Paid Caregive