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# Principal Change Management Consultant

- **Company:** UKG Inc.
- **Location:** Saint Paul, MN, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $129,500.0 - $186,100.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Artificial Intelligence, DevOps
- **Published:** October 27, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/principal-change-management-consultant-saint-paul-mn--3ec40e23-babc-48e0-b0a5-63de31de443f

## About the Role

Management Consulting, Change Management, Management Consulting, Change Management, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Strategic Planning, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Analysis Skills, Communication Skills, * Bachelor's degree in Organizational Change, Business, IT, or related field.

 * 7+ years of experience in change management, organizational development, or IT transformation.

 * Proven experience leading enterprise-wide change initiatives.

 * Strong understanding of change management methodologies (e.g., ADKAR, Prosci).

 * Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and facilitation skills.

 * Experience working in cross-functional, matrixed environments.

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Master's degree in Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or related field.

 * Change Management Certification (e.g., Prosci, CCMP).

 * Experience with digital transformation, AI enablement, or employee experience platforms.

 * Familiarity with Agile and DevOps environments.

 * Experience in a global or multi-national organization.

 * Strong data analysis and reporting skills to measure change effectiveness.

## Description

We are seeking a strategic and people-centric Principal Change Management Consultant to introduce and lead a change enablement function across 4-5 multi-year, enterprise-wide technology transformations. These include the implementation of an employee AI Center of Excellence, employee experience transformation, and the consolidation/modernization of duplicate employee applications and tools.

This role focuses on addressing the human element in the change process, ensuring synchronization with technical aspects to promote seamless transitions. Help employees stay engaged, enhancing productivity and morale.________________________________________, Change Strategy & Planning

 * Define the vision and objectives for each technology initiative.

 * Assess the impact of IT changes on employees, business stakeholders, and customers.

 * Develop structured change enablement roadmaps with clear milestones.

 * Identify key risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

 * Identify and analyze key stakeholders who will be impacted by the change.

 * Develop a stakeholder engagement plan to ensure their involvement and support throughout the change process.

 * Communicate the vision, goals, and benefits of the change to all stakeholders.

 * Establish open and transparent communication channels to address concerns and provide updates.

 * Foster a culture of collaboration and inclusivity to ensure stakeholder buy-in and commitment.to address concerns and provide updates.

Technology Adoption & Enablement

 * Design and implement training programs for employees adopting new systems.

 * Establish support mechanisms (e.g., service desk, user guides, champions).

 * Monitor adoption rates and refine enablement strategies.

 * Promote self-service resources to ease transitions.

Continuous Improvement & Change Sustainability

 * Establish metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of the change initiatives.

 * Conduct regular assessments and evaluations to identify areas for improvement.

 * Use data and feedback to make informed decisions and adjustments to the change management strategy.

 * Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging innovation and learning.

 * Ensure that the changes are sustainable and become an integral part of the organization's operations..

 * Ensure long-term sustainability of implemented changes.