Associate Project manager

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Job description

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Company Overview

Motorola Solutions is there for our customers when everything is on the line. In extreme moments - when a hurricane lands or when a fire breaks out. And in everyday moments - when a package arrives just in time for the holiday or when a child doesn't miss the school bus home.

We unify voice, data, video and analytics in one integrated ecosystem to enable individuals, businesses and communities to work together in more powerful ways. To help people make better decisions, act confidently and be their best in the moments that matter. Bring your passion, potential and talents to Motorola Solutions and connect with a career that matters.

Department Overview

System Integration Project Management team manages the development and/or implementation of Motorola Solutions products or services and coordinates departmental or cross-functional teams, focused on delivering new or upgraded existing products or services.

Job Description

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. Participates in project review and status meetings, and communicates project status. Utilizes six sigma and project management methodologies to ensure maximum project effectiveness. Motivates project team to ensure optimal performance. May assist in the development of business plans, strategies, and approaches to take advantage of business opportunities.

Responsibilities:

* Primary interface with customer for area of responsibilities for their specific sub-projects; Design & working sessions/ installations/ testing and status reports.
* Directs & coordinates the work activities and subcontractors
* Prepare bids & quotes for systems
* Prepares reports for upper management regarding status of project
* Develop a clear understanding of all contract requirements and negotiate all installation subcontracts
* Control & inventory of equipment
* Coordinate installation, optimization, testing & training
* Prepare budget reports/ ensures the profitability of their project(s) or sub-projects

Additional Preferred Skills:

* Ability to work through issues in creative and effective ways, good communications skills; verbal and written.
* Experience in at least one of the following area's preferred: Public Safety Communications, Transportation communications, Cellular infrastructure or military communications preferred
* Proficient in Microsoft Suite, Google Tools
* OSHA Certification preferred
* Position will require on-site supervision of large scale mobile radio installations of Bus and rail cars

This position is in the Washington DC area, which includes Maryland, Virginia and Washington DC.

Motorola Solutions is a U.S. Federal contractor and must comply with the recent U.S. Government Executive Order requiring that Federal contractors ensure that their U.S. employees are fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by December 8, 2021. Accordingly, Motorola Solutions requires all US employees, even those working from home, to be fully vaccinated unless entitled to a reasonable accommodation based on a qualified medical condition or religious belief.

If you are unable to be fully vaccinated due to a qualified medical condition or religious belief, you will be required to apply for a reasonable accommodation prior to moving forward with the recruitment process. As a part of this process you will be required to provide information or documentation about the reason you cannot be vaccinated. If your request for an accommodation is not approved, an offer for employment will not be made.

Basic Requirements

* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Business preferred, depending on accompanying level of experience and minimum of 3+ years of general work experience in the communications field with project management experience
* OR 5+ years of project management experience
* Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

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 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!

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.