Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we’re guided by a shared purpose – helping people be their best in the moments that matter – and we’re living 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 - safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses – safer everywhere. We’re building integrated technologies that help protect people, property and places. We’re connecting public safety agencies and enterprises – enabling the collaboration that’s critical for a more proactive approach to safety and security. We’re committed to solving for safer every day because the work we do here matters.

Department Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we help people be their best in the moments that matter. We help firefighters see around buildings and police officers see around street corners. Our work is very meaningful, impactful, and cutting edge and we invite you to explore it. We are the Best! Motorola 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.

Job Description

This is a remote position with travel to support projects. The candidate must reside in the state of Arkansas, Northern Louisiana area or in the Memphis metropolitan area.

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:

• Multiple Years of 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)
• 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.
• PM Masters Certificate a plus. PMP highly desired.

This is a remote position with travel to support projects. The candidate must reside in the state of Arkansas, Northern Louisiana area or in the Memphis metropolitan area.

Basic Requirements

• Military or technical training

• and 3+ years of project management or engineering experience

Travel Requirements

Over 50%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K with Company Match
• 9 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 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.