Motorola Solutions is looking for a Senior Project Manager to join our team serving the Mid-Atlantic Region. In this role, you will lead the development and implementation of our Land Mobile Radio (LMR) products and services, managing projects from inception to close-out. You will ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to established quality standards, upholding our mission to help keep people safer everywhere.
What You'll Do
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Support and drive project close-out tasks for successful upgrades.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
What We're Looking For
- 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.
- 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.
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.
Nice to Have
- 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.
- Understanding of local and state public safety customers (police, fire, emergency medical services).
- Motorola Solutions Field System Integration experience is a plus.
Technical Stack
- Google Suite
- Microsoft Office
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $120,000 - $135,000 USD
- 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
Work Mode
This position is based locally within the Mid-Atlantic Region.
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.
