Project Manager

At Motorola Solutions we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities safer schools safer hospitals safer businesses and ultimately safer nations. Connect with a career that matters and help us build a safer future.

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.

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Target Base Salary Range: $100000 - $120000 USD

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge skills and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

• 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.

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!

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 complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.

What We Do

About Motorola Solutions | Solving for safer Safety and security are at the heart of everything we do at Motorola Solutions. We build and connect technologies to help protect people property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities safer schools safer hospitals safer businesses and ultimately safer nations.

Why Work With Us

We are a global family of driven dynamic people who inspire and support everyone around us to be the best version of themselves. We embrace a “people first” philosophy – and are committed to creating and maintaining a culture of caring and inclusiveness. Are you ready to join our team and be a part of a close-knit community in a big company?

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