Project Manager - North Carolina or South Carolina

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. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department OverviewMotorola 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

Travel 25-50%, Must Reside in North or South Carolina for Project Territory

Overview:

• Project Manager (PM) is responsible for the implementation of Communication System Projects and will act and be recognized as the leader / focal point for all aspects of assigned project(s).
• Responsible for delivering the contractual scope, on schedule and within budget, while maintaining customer satisfaction.
• Must be able to utilize PM tools (schedule, critical path analysis, budget, change order, risk assessment, action item log, etc) to analyze complex issues and develop resolutions for any issues related to assigned project(s).
• The PM is responsible for allocating all necessary resources to meet project objectives, corporate financial, and customer satisfaction goals.
• The project manager is responsible for direct communication to customer’s organization and relevant senior stakeholders internally by conducting project reviews throughout the life of the project.
• In addition, the project manager is responsible for the overall pre-tax profit of all projects.

Responsibilities:

• Leads large projects or portions of very complex projects. Directs and coordinates the work activities of project team.
• Demonstrates a firm understanding of all nine areas of PMBOK project management and has expertise in two areas.
• Experienced in running project phases. Is able to oversee development of the complete project plan.
• Is able to establish, track, and audit project budgets, analyze variances and develop action plans as required.
• Represents the organization on projects and may perform in project leadership role.
• A project manager is accountable for accomplishing the stated project objectives within the stipulated time period and budget.
• Ensures that the three constraints (quality, cost and time) that face every project are properly managed.

Specific Knowledge/Skills:

• Experience with at least one of the following: Public Safety communications systems, Cellular infrastructure, Military communications, Civil construction or IT Networks
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (WORD, Excel, PowerPoint & Project)
• PM Masters Certificate a plus. PMP highly desired. PMP and/or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM).
• Understanding of two way radio/cellular infrastructure communications products, services, and systems.
• Understanding of local public safety customers, such as police, fire, and emergency medical services 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
• Involved in the recruitment and management of project staff including project reporting, administration and communication.

Target Base Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $140,000.00 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.

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Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and 2+ years of project/program management or similar business experience

• OR 4+ years of project/program management or similar business experience

• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required.  Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position

Travel Requirements25-50%
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced
Referral Payment PlanYes

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.

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