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 OverviewProject Manager for SI Motorola, will be responsible for Managing the development and/or implementation of Motorola Solutions products or services.
Job Description

 Responsibilities of the Project Manager include:

• 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 

• Resolves issues between internal and external groups.

• Responsible for the profit level for all projects under his/her control.

• Establishing and maintaining a project budget and schedule

• Establishing and maintaining a communication plan with project teams and customers

• Establishing and executing a risk assessment and mitigation plans

• Establishing and maintaining a quality plan

• Negotiating and writing subcontracts for internal and external subcontractors

• Preparing project documentation

• Providing key guidance and support for proposal efforts

• Providing system integration quotations and statements of work

• 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.

• Utilizes six sigma and project management methodologies to ensure maximum project effectiveness. 

• Responsible for Project Cost Control and Revenue.

• Motivates the project team to ensure optimal performance. 

• May assist in the development of business plans, strategies, and approaches to take advantage of business opportunities.

• Responsible for managing both internal stakeholders and external.

• Works with the Project Management Office to identify and implement process improvement and best practices across the Project Management discipline.

• Participate in pre-contract evaluation of contract terms and scope in order to evaluate and mitigate potential risks/gaps.

• Participation in pre-contract Oral presentations and customer negotiations

• Participate in pre-contract evaluation of contract terms and scope in order to evaluate and mitigate potential risks/gaps. 

This position works onsite and requires 40%-60% of travel

Basic Requirements

• B.S. degree required. (B.S. in Electronic/Telecommunication/Computer Engineering)

• 4+ years of project management experience managing complex deployments and/or software application deployments preferably for State and Local public safety government agencies in public safety.

•  Experience in the implementation of complex systems, including integration with 3rd party products and services. 

• Experience with project risk assessment and risk mitigation strategies.

• Experienced in running projects with the following elements: Public Safety communications systems, Cellular infrastructure, Military communications, Civil construction and IT Networks.

• Highly developed consultation, communication and project management skills

• Experience contributing to full lifecycle project execution (design, development, delivery and implementation)

• Highly advanced ability to investigate, analyze and solve complex problems/issues

• Excellent interpersonal skills and proven ability to work in teams required.

• Must be assertive in representing Motorola's needs when meeting with customers.

• Must be available to travel to customer locations and must be able to work occasionally in harsh outdoor environments.

• Demonstrable experience working with government contractor jobs

• PMP certification is desirable, ITIL, AGILE or SCRUM Certifications is a plus.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (WORD, Excel, PowerPoint & Project).

• Master Degree or equivalent is a Plus.

• Bilingual English Proficiency is a must.

Travel RequirementsOver 50%
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced

Referral Payment PlanYes

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 [email protected].