Remote Creative Manager Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Project Leadership & Management:

• Direct and manage the development and implementation of Motorola Solutions products or services.

• Lead large programs or portions of very complex programs.

• Coordinate internal resources, cross-functional teams, and external third-parties/vendors for flawless project execution.

• Direct and coordinate the work activities of the project team, motivating them for optimal performance.

• Accountable for achieving project objectives, including managing the three constraints: quality, cost, and time.

Planning & Execution:

• Develop the complete project plan, set deliverable dates, and track progress against them.

• Define project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.

• Work with Scheduling and Engineering Management to ensure resource availability (Field Engineers, System Engineers, Field Service Organization, and/or Motorola Service Shop resources).

• Manage and communicate changes to the project scope, schedule, and costs.

• Establish, track, and audit project budgets, analyze variances, and develop necessary action plans.

• Ensure effective project delivery through the use of Six Sigma and Project Management methodologies.

• Identify and communicate defects in the build of material, part numbers, and software versions to product planners to resolve quality and reliability issues impacting upgrades.

• Support and drive project close-out tasks for successful upgrades.

Monitoring & Reporting:

• Track and evaluate project performance using appropriate tools and techniques.

• Participate in project review and status meetings, and clearly communicate project status.

• Report and escalate issues to management as needed.

• Participate in quarterly project reviews.

Continuous Improvement:

• Lead and drive efficiency by utilizing tools that promote Project Management best practices.

• Seek opportunities for continuous improvement in Project Management efficiencies and drive their implementation.

Representation & Stakeholder Management:

• Successfully manage relationships with all project resources and stakeholders.

• Represent the organization on projects and may perform in a project leadership role.

• Involved in the management of project staff, including project reporting, administration, and communication.

Strategy & Business Development (May Assist):

• May assist in the development of business plans, strategies, and approaches to capitalize on business opportunities.

Required Knowledge & Skills:

• Demonstrate a firm understanding of all nine areas of PMBOK project management with expertise in at least two areas.

• Experience in running project phases and overseeing the development of a complete project plan.

• Strong knowledge of Motorola Solutions Astro 25 Public Safety systems.

• Creative problem-solving skills, with the ability to achieve results in a multi-organizational environment.

• Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation skills.

• Must be a self-motivated team player, able to work effectively with general guidance toward objectives.

• Proficient in Google Suite and Microsoft Office.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• Experience with at least one of the following: Public Safety communications systems, Cellular infrastructure, Military communications, Civil construction, or IT Networks.

• PMP and/or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) highly desired; PM Masters Certificate is a plus.

• Understanding of two-way radio/cellular infrastructure communications products, services, and systems, Public Safety communications systems, Military communications, Civil Construction or IT Networks

• Understanding of local and state public safety customers (police, fire, emergency medical services)

• Motorola Solutions Field System Integration experience is a plus.

Travel/Location:

• Preferred to live in Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, or Illinois.

• 25% - 50% domestic travel across the Midwest Region.

• Must be able to travel to customer locations for on-site upgrades/work.

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Target Base Salary Range: $100,000 - $120,000 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.