Project Manager

About

Motorola Solutions is seeking a highly organized and motivated Project Manager to lead the development and implementation of our LMR products and services. This role involves managing projects from inception to close-out, ensuring successful delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Project Leadership & Management

• Direct and manage the development and implementation of Motorola Solutions products or services.
• Lead large programs or portions of very complex programs.
• Coordinate internal resources, cross-functional teams, and external third-parties/vendors for flawless project execution.
• Direct and coordinate the work activities of the project team, motivating them for optimal performance.
• Accountable for achieving project objectives, including managing the three constraints: quality, cost, and time.

Planning & Execution

• Develop the complete project plan, set deliverable dates, and track progress against them.
• Define project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
• Work with Scheduling and Engineering Management to ensure resource availability (Field Engineers, System Engineers, Field Service Organization, and/or Motorola Service Shop resources).
• Manage and communicate changes to the project scope, schedule, and costs.
• Establish, track, and audit project budgets, analyze variances, and develop necessary action plans.
• Ensure effective project delivery through the use of Six Sigma and Project Management methodologies.
• Identify and communicate defects in the build of material, part numbers, and software versions to product planners to resolve quality and reliability issues impacting upgrades.
• Support and drive project close-out tasks for successful upgrades.

Monitoring & Reporting

• Track and evaluate project performance using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Participate in project review and status meetings, and clearly communicate project status.
• Report and escalate issues to management as needed.
• Participate in quarterly project reviews.

Continuous Improvement

• Lead and drive efficiency by utilizing tools that promote Project Management best practices.
• Seek opportunities for continuous improvement in Project Management efficiencies and drive their implementation.

Representation & Stakeholder Management

• Successfully manage relationships with all project resources and stakeholders.
• Represent the organization on projects and may perform in a project leadership role.
• Involved in the management of project staff, including project reporting, administration, and communication.

Strategy & Business Development (May Assist)

• May assist in the development of business plans, strategies, and approaches to capitalize on business opportunities.

Required Knowledge & Skills

• Demonstrate a firm understanding of all nine areas of PMBOK project management with expertise in at least two areas.
• Experience in running project phases and overseeing the development of a complete project plan.
• Strong knowledge of Motorola Solutions Astro 25 Public Safety systems.
• Creative problem-solving skills, with the ability to achieve results in a multi-organizational environment.
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Must be a self-motivated team player, able to work effectively with general guidance toward objectives.
• Proficient in Google Suite and Microsoft Office.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Experience with at least one of the following: Public Safety communications systems, Cellular infrastructure, Military communications, Civil construction, or IT Networks.
• PMP and/or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) highly desired; PM Masters Certificate is a plus.
• Understanding of two-way radio/cellular infrastructure communications products, services, and systems, Public Safety communications systems, Military communications, Civil Construction or IT Networks
• Understanding of local and state public safety customers (police, fire, emergency medical services)
• Motorola Solutions Field System Integration experience is a plus.

Travel/Location

• Preferred to live in Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, or Illinois.
• 25% - 50% domestic travel across the Midwest Region.
• Must be able to travel to customer locations for on-site upgrades/work.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree AND 4+ years experience in one of the following: Project Management, Engineering, LMR, RF Systems, Radio Frequency, Radio Communications, Wired/Wireless Communication Systems, IT, Motorola, Military experience, or Public Safety experience.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

Travel Requirements

25-50%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• and more!