Sr. Project Manager

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we're guided by a shared purpose - helping people be their best in the moments that matter - and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer. Because people can only be their best when they not only feel safe, but are safe. We're solving for safer by building the best possible technologies across every part of our safety and security ecosystem. That's mission-critical communications devices and networks, AI-powered video security & access control and the ability to unite voice, video and data in a single command center view. We're solving for safer by connecting public safety agencies and enterprises, enabling the collaboration that's critical to connect those in need with those who can help. The work we do here matters.

Department Overview

The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for the implementation of Public Safety Communication System projects. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to assisting the PM (Project Management) team in implementing Communication System Projects throughout the territory. Additionally meeting corporate financial and customer satisfaction goals, maintaining the project costs, schedule, and overall implementation for all projects under their control

Job Description

Note: This is a remote position with travel (25-50%) to support projects. The candidate MUST reside in or be open to relocation to NH, ME, MA, or VT.

Overview:

Manages the development and/or implementation of Motorola Solutions products or services. Coordinates departmental or cross-functional teams, focused on delivering new or upgraded existing products or services. Manages projects from inception to completion (or transition), including tracking and evaluation of project performance.  Ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and within accepted quality metrics. Participates in project review and status meetings, and communicates project status. Utilizes six sigma and project management industry best practices to ensure maximum project effectiveness.  Motivates project team to ensure optimal performance.  

Responsibilities:

• The Project Manager position is responsible for assisting the PM (Project Management) team in implementing Communication System Projects throughout the territory.
• The focus on this PM position is the utilizing PM tools (schedule, critical path analysis, budget, change order, risk assessment, action item log, etc) to analyze complex issues and develop resolutions for any issues related to assigned project(s) for each of the lead PMs in the territory.
• The PM will be assigned to be responsible for many internal processes in a supporting role for projects across the territory.
• These internal processes could include ERAs, Order Management, Forecasting, Workbench, Kissflow, Planview, Invoicing Requests, and Revenue Tracking.
• External Items the role could be responsible for in a supporting role on a project include contractual required reports, meeting tracking, training, and inventory control.
• Other duties could be assigned by the Lead PM or PM Management as required. Small projects could be assigned to this Associate with no lead PM involvement.
• Knowledge and Experience in both the Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the Google Suite (Sheets, Documents, Presentation)
• Assists with managing projects from inception to completion (or transition), including tracking and evaluation of project performance.
• Ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and within accepted quality metrics.
• Participates in project review and status meetings, and communicates project status.
• Utilizes six sigma and project management methodologies to ensure maximum project effectiveness.  
• May assist in the development of business plans, strategies, and approaches to take advantage of business opportunities.

Additional Skills Preferred:

• Engineering background or working knowledge a plus.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Understanding of two way radio communications, NG911, LTE and CAD products, services, and systems is a plus.
• Understanding of local public safety customers, such as police, fire, and emergency medical services is a plus.
• Must be a self motivated team player able to work effectively with general guidance toward objectives. Must have excellent interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Must be fluent user of word processing, spreadsheet and project management tools

Note: This is a remote position with travel (25-50%) to support projects. The candidate MUST reside in or be open to relocation to NH, ME, MA, or VT.

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Basic Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and 6 + years of project/program management or engineering experience
• OR 8 + years of project/program management or engineering 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
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please email ohr@motorolasolutions.com.