Project Manager

Company Overview

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.

Department Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we help people be their best in the moments that matter. We help firefighters see around buildings and police officers see around street corners. Our work is very meaningful, impactful, and cutting edge and we invite you to explore it.

Motorola Solutions is a world leader in the field of professional mobile communications systems with an impressive heritage of technological innovations and a global base of installed systems. The group's main business is the implementation of mission critical digital mobile communication systems for Government & Public Safety Communications customers.

Job Description

NOTE: REMOTE IN WASHINGTON STATE - CANDIDATE MUST RESIDE IN WASHINGTON STATE

Motorola Solutions is seeking a Project Manager to be the recognized leader for all aspects of assigned mission-critical communication system projects. This role is responsible for the successful, on-time, and on-budget implementation and delivery of the contractual scope, ensuring customer satisfaction.

Project Leadership & Delivery:

• Serve as the focal point and lead cross-functional teams to deliver new or upgraded products/services from inception to completion (or transition).
• Ensure all projects adhere to accepted quality metrics, deadlines, and budget constraints.
• Oversee the overall pre-tax profit and ensure proper management of the three constraints: quality, cost, and time.
• Direct and coordinate the work activities of the project team, ensuring optimal performance and motivation.
• Lead large programs or portions of very complex programs.
• Accountable for accomplishing stated project objectives within the stipulated time and budget.

Planning, Execution & Control:

• Develop the complete project plan, set deliverable dates, and track progress.
• Utilize standard Project Management tools (schedule, critical path analysis, budget, change order, risk assessment, action item log, etc.) to analyze complex issues and develop effective resolutions.
• Establish, track, and audit project budgets, analyze variances, and develop required action plans.
• Coordinate internal resources (System Technologists, Field Service, Service Shop) and third parties/vendors for flawless project execution.
• Work with the Scheduling and Engineering Management teams to ensure resource availability and allocation.
• Manage and communicate changes to the project scope, schedule, and costs.
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques, reporting and escalating to management as needed.

Stakeholder Management & Communication:

• Serve as the primary communicator to the customer's organization and relevant internal senior stakeholders.
• Conduct regular project reviews to communicate status and participate in project review and status meetings.
• Successfully manage the relationships of all project resources.
• 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.

Process Improvement & Quality:

• Utilize six sigma and project management methodologies (PMBOK understanding required) to ensure maximum project effectiveness.
• Lead and drive efficiency by using tools that support Project Management best practices.
• Look for ways to continuously improve Project Management efficiencies.
• Identify and communicate defects (in materials, part numbers, software versions) to appropriate product planners to resolve quality and reliability issues impacting upgrades.
• Support and help drive project close-out tasks, ensuring a successful project upgrade.

Strategic Contribution:

• May assist in developing business plans, strategies, and approaches to capitalize on business opportunities.
• Aggressive/Creative problem-solving skills, able to get things done in a multi-organizational environment.
• Participation in quarterly project reviews.
• Must be able to travel to customer locations for on-site upgrades.
• Strong knowledge of Motorola Solutions Astro 25 Public Safety systems.

Requirements & Travel:

• Residence is mandatory in the State of Washington, Oregon or Northern California. Preference is given to candidates located in the state of Washington.
• Travel within the Territory, including Washington, Oregon and/or Northern California, Idaho, Montana, Alaska and/or Hawaii is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree with 4+ years of project management experience or 6+ years of experience in project management, engineering, or a similar field.
• Experience forecasting and driving revenue through project management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Familiarity with Six Sigma and other project management methodologies.
• Experience with at least one of the following: Public Safety communications systems, cellular infrastructure, civil construction, Military communications, IT Networks
• PMP and/or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM).
• PM Masters Certificate a plus.
• Motorola Solutions Field System Integration experience is a plus
• Understanding of two way radio infrastructure communications products, services, and systems.
• Understanding of local public safety and federal customers, such as police, fire, emergency medical services, government agencies 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 a U.S. citizen with ability to obtain necessary security clearance as required by government contract(s).

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This position is subject to working in high security areas governed by the US Department of Justice's "Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Security Policy" and therefore requires successfully passing a more stringent fingerprint background check administered by Motorola Solutions Inc. customers.

Target Base Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000 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.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelors Degree AND 4+ years of experience in Project Management OR 6+ years experience in one of the following: Project Management, 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!

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.