NGCS Sr Project Manager at Motorola Solutions

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we create technologies our customers refer to as their lifeline. Our technology platforms in communications, software, video and services help our customers work safely and more efficiently. Whether it’s helping firefighters see through smoke, enabling police officers to see around street corners, or reliably keeping the lights on in homes and businesses around the world, our work supports those who put their lives on the line to keep us safe. Bring your passion, potential and talents to Motorola Solutions, and help us usher in a new era in public safety and security.

The NGCS Systems Integration team is responsible for the customer specific design elements, solution configuration, integration planning, delivery and performance testing of the NGCS Service. This team is measured upon their ability to achieve the design requirements within budget, on-time and according to the terms and conditions of the contractual commitment made with the customer.

The Project Manager (PM) is responsible for the implementation of NextGen Core Services (NGCS) Projects and will act and be recognized as the leader / focal point for all aspects of assigned project(s). 

Responsibilities

• Delivers 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).

• Allocates all necessary resources to meet project objectives, corporate financial, and customer satisfaction goals. 

• 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. 

Education and Experience:

• BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology (or related field)

• 5+ years of system engineering or project management experience 

• Experience with at least one of the following: 9-1-1 Network communications systems, Public Safety communications systems, Military communications 

• PMP highly desired. 

• PM Masters Certificate a plus.

• Understanding of 9-1-1 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

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or Google G-Suite

• Proficient in Microsoft Project or equivalent Project Management system

• BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology (or related field)

• 5+ years of system engineering or project management experience 

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran's status, or, any other protected characteristic.