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 OverviewAt 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.
The Upgrade Operations (UO) department specializes in performing software and hardware upgrades on live customer systems. The UO department focus is on minimizing the customer's downtime during software upgrades in order to optimize their upgrade experience during the moments that matter.Job Description
Manages the development and/or implementation of Motorola Solutions products or services. Coordinates departmental or cross-functional teams, focused on delivering new or upgraded existing products or services. 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.
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.
Leads large programs or portions of very complex programs. 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.
Involved in the management of project staff including project reporting, administration and communication.
Responsible for project planning, setting deliverable dates, and tracking those deliverables.
Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
Work with the Scheduling team and Engineering Management team to ensure resource availability and allocation. Those resources could be System Technologists, Field Service Organization resources, and/or Motorola Service Shop resources.
Develop a project plan to monitor and track progress.
Manage and communicate changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs.
Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques.
Report and escalate to management as needed.
Successfully manage the relationships of all project resources.
Identify and communicate defects, via the applicable process, that is found in build of material, part numbers, and software versionsto appropriate product planners to solve quality and reliability issues that impact upgrades.
Support and help drive project close-out tasks ensuring a successful project upgrade.
Lead anddrive efficiency by using the tools that help drive Project Management best practices.
Look for ways to continuously improve Project Management efficiencies, and drive those efficiencies
Aggressive/Creative problem solving skill; ability to get things done in a multi-organizational environment
Participation in quarterly project reviews
Must be able to travel to customer locations for on-site upgrades
Strong knowledge of Motorola Solutions Astro 25 Public Safety systems
Additional Knowledge & Skills:
Experience with at least one of the following: Public Safety communications systems, Military communications, OR IT Networks
PMP highly desired. PMP and/or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM).
PM Masters Certificate a plus.
Proficient in Google Applications along with Microsoft Office (WORD, Excel, PowerPoint & Projects)
Motorola Solutions Field System Integration experience a plus
Understanding of two way radio infrastructure communications products,... For full info follow application link.
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