Project Manager

Mobile-Communications-America-Inc; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

PTO

Holiday Pay

Education Incentives

Job summary

Mobile Communications America, Inc. (MCA) is looking for a Project Manager in the Schaumburg, IL area to support our Data division's In-Building Wireless Solutions team. The role involves coordinating projects, managing budgets, and delivering within scope, schedule, and cost.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in project coordination/management, experience with DAS systems, ERP reporting, and strong communication with stakeholders. A PMP credential is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in project coordination/management.
• Experience in relevant technology B2B industry (3–5 years).
• PMP certification is highly desired or working towards PMP.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects and prioritize for internal teams, vendors, and contractors.
• Set deadlines, assign responsibilities, and monitor progress.
• Propose solutions to resolve basic project issues with limited guidance.
• Track project activities against schedule and milestones to ensure timely delivery.
• Develop reports for management review and forecasting.
• Exercise judgment to plan and achieve goals.
• Communicate and collaborate with other teams and customers.

Skills

DAS experience

PMP (desired)

ERP familiarity

PMBOK awareness

Project coordination

Scheduling

Vendor coordination

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

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Project Manager

Full Time Schaumburg, IL, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 6407

Salary Range: $95,000.00 To $105,000.00 Annually

MCA, your trusted advisor for wireless communications, data, and security, is seeking an experienced Project Manager in the Schaumburg, IL area to support our fast-growing Data division supporting our In-Building Wireless Solutions (IWS) team.

MCA seeks team members who share our values: service, growth, teamwork, and safety. As a Military Friendly Employer, we welcome veterans, with over 250 already on board. Join us and become part of the MCA family, where we prioritize both work and enjoyment. We offer competitive compensation and benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Holiday Pay, Education Incentives, and more.

WHAT YOU WILL BE BEING DOING:

• Managing projects and prioritizing for self, project teams, vendors, and contractors.
• Setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, and monitoring the progress of projects.
• Offering solutions to resolve basic project issues with limited guidance.
• Managing project activities against schedule/milestones, effectively.
• Developing reports for management review.
• Relying on extensive judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Communicating and collaborating well with other teams and customers.
• Demonstrating awareness of all nine areas of project management knowledge (PMBOK) or applicable PM (Project Manager) standards with a firm understanding.
• Supporting the improvement of processes/procedures to drive project efficiency.
• Set and manage stakeholder expectations, both internally and externally
• Coordinating resources to execute and deliver projects within Scope, Schedule and Budget
• Managing Project Budget and following Invoicing and Revenue Recognition Processes
• Providing regular financial forecasting for all assigned projects

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TEAM:

• 3+ years of experience in the project coordination/management field.
• 3-5 years of experience in relevant technology B2B industry
• DAS experience highly preferred.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple projects or portions of projects and teams.
• Proficient with ERP systems and developing reports for management review.
• Experience with at least one of the following: public safety communications systems, cellular infrastructure, military communications, civil infrastructure construction, desired.
• Understanding of two-way radio, microwave, and cellular infrastructure communications products, services, and systems.
• Understanding local public safety customers, such as police, fire, and emergency medical services, plus.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) highly desired or working towards PMP.

YOUR ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical environment requires the employee to work inside and outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand, walk, sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear; utilize personal protective equipment to prevent exposure to potentially hazardous materials, lift (overhead, waist level) from the floor, bending, frequently utilize near vision use for reading and computer use; be able to handle semi-frequent stressful conditions (cardiovascular), frequently work in outdoor weather conditions, frequently move equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, occasionally ascend/descend a ladder, operate a motor vehicle, frequently position self to maintain computers or other equipment as needed.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Travel as necessary to support company and customer needs (up to 50%)

DIRECT REPORTS:

No Direct Reports

WHO WE ARE:

Mobile Communications America, Inc. (MCA) provides wireless communication, data, and security solutions that enhance workplace safety, security, and efficiency nationwide. Customers trust us to provide a portfolio of turn-key systems, products, and services — including two-way radio communications, vehicle uplift, security video and access control systems, BDA/DAS, remote monitoring, GPS tracking, SCADA, dispatch, mass notification, and point-to-point wireless networks. Our more than 60,000 customers span industries such as public safety, commercial, manufacturing, education, healthcare, utilities, and government. In addition to being the largest Motorola partner in the U.S., MCA has strategic partnerships with over 1,000 major manufacturers to offer an extensive portfolio of products and technologies.

WHAT WE BELIEVE:

We are better together through the MCA Way: living our core values of Service First, Growth, Teamwork, and Safety. We take our work and customers seriously and believe our best work can be fun. A component of our business that embodies the MCA advantage is our “Service First DNA” culture. Service isn’t just a motto for MCA, it’s an integral part of who we are and goes beyond our customers to our employees, partners, shareholders, and communities.

NOTE: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Mobile Communications America, Inc. is proud to be an Equal Opportunity workplace and is an Affiliation