Motorola Solutions
We help people be their best in the moments that matter.
Chicago, IL
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Sr Project Manager

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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.


Department Overview
The Territory 8N Project Management Team works with customer across Oregon, Washington, Montana, Idaho, Alaska and Hawaii. The team consists of Project Managers with varying amounts of experience and levels of capability. Overall, the System Integration Team sets business goals to successfully implement and integrate complex Motorola systems sold in the Western Region. This includes working with various disciplines both internal and external to Motorola in the interest of providing total customer satisfaction and achieving Regional business goals.
Job Description

This position is for a Project Manager to implement medium to large projects. The candidate should have a basic understanding of project management principles and be good at developing relationships, internally and externally, to resolve complex issues in creative and effective ways.

Scope of Responsibilities/Expectations

The Project Manager’s responsibilities include but not are not limited to:

• Planning, organizing and directing the efforts of internal Motorola resources and/or subcontractor personnel.

• Successful completion of assigned projects on schedule, within budget, and according to contract requirements and prescribed quality standards.

• Developing clear understanding of all contract requirements and negotiating all installation subcontracts.

• Controlling inventory of equipment and parts.

• Coordinating all system training, optimization, testing, and acceptance.

• Preparing budgets, reports, and scheduling for each project assigned.

• Ensuring the profitability and customer satisfaction goals of the project.

• Leads and directs the work activities of program team across organizational boundaries.

• Conducts complex needs assessments and requirements gathering directly with clients.

• Defines and develops program scope, objectives, detailed plans, budgets and metrics for large complex projects. Develops forecasts and responses to variances and trends with the project.

• Monitors project execution to ensure all obligations are met. May pursue contract variations, when appropriate.

• Identifies and mitigates risks; develops and implements risk mitigation plans.

• Procures internal and external resources. Allocates project staff with the required competencies to meet the project objectives.

• Drives strategic relationships between internal and external teams. Resolves issues between internal and external groups.

Specific Knowledge:

• Demonstrated ability to successfully apply project management skill in such areas as customer relations, team building, matrix management, project planning, conflict resolution, and budget.

• Capable of developing detailed project status reports and conducting formal customer briefings.

• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multi-disciplinary teams: engineers, technicians, project managers, project supervisors, etc.

• Prior technical background of 2 to 5 years experience as an Engineer, senior technician, or similar experience is highly desirable.

• PMI Certification is desirable.

Preferred Skills:

• Project Management Methodology (PMI)

• Computer skills capable of working with databases, Google Suite, MS Office and Project, etc.

• Change order development

• Subcontractor management.

• Knowledge of proper installation procedures

• Quality Assurance: can determine proper quality installation workmanship.

**Must be able to obtain background clearance as required by government customers**


Basic Requirements

  • Associates Degree is required, Bachelors Degree is preferred
  • Experience of 5+ years with demonstrated ability to manage multi-technology projects
  • Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain necessary security clearance as required by government contracts


Travel Requirements
25-50%
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Experienced
Referral Payment Plan
Yes


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.

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What are Motorola Solutions Perks + Benefits

Motorola Solutions Benefits Overview

Our U.S. benefits include:
- Incentive Bonus Plans
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefits effective Day 1
- 401K with Company Match and Day 1 vesting
- 9 Paid Holidays
- Generous Paid Time Off Packages
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid Parental & Family Leave
- and more!

Culture
Volunteer in local community
Partners with nonprofits
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Open office floor plan
Remote work program
Our remote work program includes telecommuting at Manager discretion.
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Highly diverse management team
Mandated unconscious bias training
Diversity manifesto
Diversity employee resource groups
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Employee stock purchase plan
Performance bonus
Charitable contribution matching
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Adoption Assistance
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Unlimited vacation policy
Paid holidays
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Free snacks and drinks
Company-sponsored happy hours
Onsite office parking
Relocation assistance
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Tuition reimbursement
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Mentorship program
Continuing education available during work hours
Online course subscriptions available
Paid industry certifications

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