Senior Commercial Project Manager

Motional•Las Vegas, NV

2d•$84,000 - $109,459•Onsite

About The Position

The Commercial Operations Project Manager is pivotal in driving the business forward by strategizing and executing plans to achieve project objectives efficiently. Reporting to the Senior Director of Operations, this role orchestrates seamless communication with stakeholders across the spectrum to ensure alignment toward the overarching goals of advancing autonomous driving technology and its commercial viability. This role is instrumental in identifying operational imperatives crucial for successful commercial initiatives, harmonizing priorities across multidisciplinary teams, and rigorously adhering to timelines. Emphasizing commercialization, revenue generation, product enhancement, you will drive efficiency by introducing new tools and technologies while aligning cost-efficiency initiatives with Motional’s values and commitment to a driverless future.

Requirements

Bachelor's or higher degree in business, science, engineering, or technology-related field
3+ years project management in leading complex projects in engineering or commercial operations
Strong track record of fostering cross-functional collaboration, with the ability to build trust and influence across departments and senior leadership levels
Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
Proficiency with program management and visualization tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Asana, Jira, Tableau, or similar).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and G-Suite applications, with the ability to use both qualitative and quantitative insights to guide decision-making
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including public speaking, executive engagement, and the ability to unify teams around common goals
Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines while maintaining clarity, focus, and team alignment
Ability to travel domestically up to 25% of the time.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to thrive in ambiguity, balancing strategic planning with tactical execution.
Experience supporting commercialization or large-scale operational rollouts.
High integrity, adaptability, and emotional intelligence when working across senior leadership and technical teams.

Responsibilities

Lead short and long-term projects within the Commercial Operations organization with minimal guidance
Define operational requirements for driverless launch initiatives and commercialization projects
Define, track, and deliver key operational programs with measurable outcomes aligned to company OKRs and company milestones
Communicate project status to stakeholders and key project participants
Facilitate and encourage collaboration across departments to ensure projects are completed successfully
Anticipate risks and dependencies, proactively remove roadblocks, and ensure high-impact initiatives are executed with discipline and accountability
Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize project disruptions and proactively monitor risks throughout the project lifespan
Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and performance metrics to enable informed decision-making and track commercial KPIs
Support local marketing efforts, including tours, filming, and community engagement
Track and manage commercial fleet costs and efficiencies
Facilitate senior leadership decision-making through data-driven reporting, structured governance, and clear communication of project progress, risks, and interdependencies