Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Motorola Solutions is a global leader in public safety and security technology. They are seeking a NextGen 9-1-1 Core Services Project Manager to lead the implementation of NGCS products and services, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet customer satisfaction. The role involves utilizing project management tools, coordinating with project teams, and maintaining direct communication with stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Leads large programs or portions of very complex programs. Directs and coordinates the work activities of the project team
- Demonstrates a firm understanding of all nine areas of PMBOK project management. Experienced in running project phases. Is able to oversee the 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 a 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
- Involved in the recruitment and management of project staff including project reporting, administration, and communication
Skills
- High School diploma, Associates, or Bachelor's Degree, plus 5 years of Project Management, or Customer Service experience in Telecommunications, and Public Safety
- PMP certification is required for this position
- Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position
- Next Generation 9-1-1 Industry Awareness (NENA, APCO, etc.). Can identify industry and market trends
- Familiarity with State and Local Government Public Safety technologies & operations. Experience at a 9-1-1 Public Safety Answering Point is high valued
- Project Management experience at a Public Safety technology supplier or in a direct Government Public Safety role is highly valued
- 5+ years Project Management, Customer Service experience in telecommunications with an emphasis on Public Safety is desired
- Advanced Project Management skills in Planning, Executing and Controlling. Can demonstrate industry awareness and follow resource, communication and quality management principles while managing scope, schedule, budget and quality to stated requirements
- Personally productive; achieves high levels of productivity through time & resource management
- Focus on Client Service; anticipates and responds to internal and external demands
- Advanced Business Acumen - Financial, Contract, Profit & Loss, and Subcontract management required
- Computer skills (I.e. MS Office suite, Google applications, Smartsheets, etc..) Must be comfortable using hosted applications, project scheduling software, and collaboration tools
- Awareness of Motorola Solutions Connectivity Products and Services
- Must be a self motivated team player able to work effectively with general guidance toward objectives
- Must have excellent interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation skills
- Ability to travel 25-50% of the time
Benefits
- 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
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