Federal Project Manager - US Remote

Motorola Solutions; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive Bonus Plans

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401K with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off Packages

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Parental & Family Leave

Job summary

Motorola Solutions is seeking a Project Manager to lead large-scale, complex communications projects for U.S. federal and civil customers. This remote role requires 25–50% travel to support projects and strong PMBOK expertise to deliver on time and within budget.

You will allocate resources, manage budgets, and communicate with senior stakeholders, ensuring high customer satisfaction and the financial health of all projects in scope.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 3+ years of project/program management or similar business experience.
• U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain necessary security clearance as required by government contract.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required.
• PMBOK knowledge and strong project planning and budgeting skills.

Responsibilities

• Leads large projects or portions of complex projects.
• Demonstrates a firm understanding of PMBOK areas and expertise in two areas.
• Oversees development of the complete project plan.
• Establishes, tracks, and audits project budgets and variances.
• Represents the organization on projects.
• Ensures that quality, cost and time constraints are properly managed.

Skills

Public Safety systems

Microsoft Office

PM certification (PMP)

CAPM certification

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

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 Federal Civil & Law Enforcement Communications customers.

Job Description

Note: This is a remote position for candidates residing in the continental U.S., requiring 25%-50% travel to support projects. Overview: The 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 financial health of all projects.

Responsibilities

• Leads large projects or portions of complex projects.
• 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.
• 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

• Experience with at least one of the following: Public Safety communications systems, Cellular infrastructure, Military communications, Civil construction, Logistics, Telecommunications, or IT Networks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (WORD, Excel, PowerPoint & Project)
• PM Masters Certificate a plus.
• PMP highly desired.
• PMP and/or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM).
• Understanding of two way radio/cellular infrastructure communications products, services, and systems.
• Must be a self motivated team player able to work effectively with general guidance toward objectives.
• Must have excellent interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation skills.

Target Base Salary Range

$110,000 - $125,000 USD 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.

Basic Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and 3+ years of project/program management or similar business experience. OR 5+ years of project/program management or similar business experience.
• Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain necessary security clearance as required by government contract.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required.
• Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

Travel Requirements

25-50%

Relocation

Provided None

Position Type

Experienced Referral Payment Plan Yes

U.S. 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 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.

Accessibility Statement

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 complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.

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.

Additional Information

MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS OVERVIEW At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future. Learn more at www.motorolasolutions.com. If you are a current Motorola Solutions employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account.