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Senior Project Manager

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Hybrid
Chicago, IL
Senior level
Hybrid
Chicago, IL
Senior level
As a Senior Project Manager, you will guide the execution of system staging processes, manage project schedules, ensure smooth execution, and drive process improvements while collaborating closely with teams.
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Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we're guided by a shared purpose - helping people be their best in the moments that matter - and we live 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 by building the best possible technologies across every part of our safety and security ecosystem. That's mission-critical communications devices and networks, AI-powered video security & access control and the ability to unite voice, video and data in a single command center view. We're solving for safer by connecting public safety agencies and enterprises, enabling the collaboration that's critical to connect those in need with those who can help. The work we do here matters.


Department Overview
EEC SI - Elgin Experience Center Systems Integration.
We are a staging facility responsible for designing, programming, optimizing, testing, and demonstrating two-way radio systems to our public safety and commercial market customers. These demonstrations are performed for customers onsite as an important part of Factory Acceptance.
Job Description

As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a key role in guiding the successful execution of the system staging process.  You will foster strong relationships with work partners at all levels and provide regular updates on progress to ensure expectations are aligned, while collaborating with internal teams to anticipate and mitigate challenges, ensuring smooth project execution.  

In addition to managing project delivery, you will contribute to process improvements and driving the material management process.
Role overview
  • Develop and manage project schedules, from order to shipment.
  • Support customer demonstrations onsite as required.
  • Identify key requirements needed from cross-functional teams and external vendors.
  • Develop an evaluation method to assess program strengths and identify areas for improvement.
  • Implement processes and manage changes to ensure program goals are accomplished
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams to plan and develop scope, deliverables, required resources, work plan, and timing for programs.
  • Facilitate team meetings weekly.
  • Produce accurate and timely reporting of program status throughout its life cycle.
  • Present program status as required to different organization levels.
  • Work with key stakeholders to identify, analyze and assess program risks. Establish and track risk mitigation plans. Drive for closures. 
  • Present material status for staging projects weekly, and manage allocation of material shortages.
  • Represent organization in leadership roles for complex projects, including process transformation projects.

Qualifications

  • Proven experience in project management.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills with a keen eye for detail.
  • Results-oriented mindset.
  • Demonstrated problem solving skills.
  • Confidence and persuasiveness.
  • Experience in stakeholder management.
  • Able to work with all levels within the organization (up to senior leadership).


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in Continuous Improvement and Data Analysis.
  • Strong understanding of procurement process and materials management.
  • Familiarity with two-way radio communication systems in public safety services.
  • Proficient in Google Applications – Google Sheets, Docs, Slides, and Drive.
  • Certification: PMP and/or Six Sigma Green/Black Belt.

Position is onsite in Elgin, Illinois.

Target Base Salary Range: $100,000 - $165,000

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. 

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Basic Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering or Technology.
  • 5+ years of technical or supply chain experience.
  • Must be eligible to work in the US with no sponsorship now or in the future.


Travel Requirements
Under 10%
Relocation Provided
None
Position Type
Experienced
Referral Payment Plan
No

Our U.S. Benefits include:

  • 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
  • and more!


EEO Statement

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

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please email ohr@motorolasolutions.com.

Top Skills

Google Docs
Google Drive
Google Sheets
Google Slides

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