Project Coordinator -Strategic Projects Team - US Remote

$110,000 - $115,000/Yr

Motorola Solutions - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Los Angeles, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

At Motorola Solutions, we are driven by a shared purpose of helping people be their best in the moments that matter. Our mission is to create safer environments through innovative technologies that enhance public safety and security. As a Project Coordinator on the Strategic Projects Team, you will play a crucial role in supporting the execution of high-profile projects across the Western United States. This position involves collaborating with Technical Project Managers, Software Solution Consultants, and Program Management teams to ensure that project controls are effectively implemented and documentation is meticulously maintained. In this role, you will be responsible for organizing project artifacts, documenting meeting minutes, and processing project collateral. You will assist Project Managers in developing and issuing schedules and budgets, ensuring adherence to Motorola's document management protocols. A key aspect of your responsibilities will include reviewing project contracts to extract essential information related to scope management, credentialing, insurance requirements, and confidentiality obligations. You will manage multiple concurrent tasks, ensuring that deadlines are met without the need for constant reminders, particularly regarding weekly and monthly reporting. Additionally, you will maintain project management tools such as PlanView and Kissflow, ensuring the upkeep of critical project controls, including the Project Action Log, Risk Register, and Change Control Log. Your role will also involve managing workflows related to Requests for Information, Project Submittals, Task Orders, and Change Control Requests, ensuring compliance with timelines. As a communication liaison, you will facilitate collaboration between Motorola's internal departments, project teams, and customer teams, helping to plan and prioritize complex activities in a dynamic environment. This includes managing calendar appointments, coordinating meetings, and handling event logistics. You will also create presentations and spreadsheets to support decision-making processes and assist Project Managers and the Program Director in overseeing projects from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Organizing project artifacts and documentation.
• Documenting meeting minutes and processing project collateral.
• Assisting Project Managers in developing and issuing schedules and budgets.
• Reviewing project contracts to extract key information related to scope management and requirements.
• Managing multiple concurrent tasks and ensuring deadlines are met.
• Maintaining project management tools and critical project controls.
• Managing workflows related to Requests for Information and Change Control Requests.
• Serving as a communication liaison between internal departments and project teams.
• Coordinating meetings and handling event logistics.
• Creating presentations and spreadsheets to support decision-making.

Requirements

• 1-3 years experience in software or construction project management/project support.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace tools.
• Understanding of project earned value management practices.
• Familiarity with project support and control methodologies in engineering or software development.
• Knowledge of PMI project methodology and program/project delivery best practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively and resolve conflicts.
• Must be able to obtain background clearance as required by government customer.

Nice-to-haves

• Preferred undergraduate degree in project management, software engineering, or a related field.
• Preferred project management qualifications such as CAPM, Project+, or PMP.
• Experience in software or construction project management/project support.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Family leave
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching