Senior Project Manager - Mid-Atlantic Region

Motorola Solutions is a global leader in professional mobile communications systems, dedicated to keeping people safer everywhere. They are seeking a highly organized and motivated Project Manager to lead the development and implementation of LMR products and services, managing projects from inception to close-out while ensuring successful delivery on time and within budget.

Responsibilities:

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

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
• 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
• 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