Project Coordinator

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Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar yourejoining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about each other. We are the makers problem solvers and future world builders who are creating stronger more sustainable communities. We dontjust talk about progress and innovation here we make it happen with our customers where we work and live. Together we are building a better world so we can all enjoy living in it.

Technology is a competitive differentiator. We collaborate with partners across the enterprise to advance technologies including autonomy and automation which helps enhance site safety productivity and efficiency across customer operations worldwide.

Our focus isnt just on what we build but how we build it. We scale technology solutions across the business. We spearhead product development tools and processes. We collaborate with our partners to provide a seamless experience for our customers. We are obsessed with speed simplicity and customer outcomes.

Cat Technology also owns enterprise-wide initiatives in innovation research and development manufacturing automation and advanced materials ensuring Caterpillar continues to lead the industry in technological excellence and engineering innovation.

Job Summary:

Assists Program Manager with the management of complex projects within a corporate program.

What You Will Do:

• Tracking progress according to program schedules and goals; developing solutions to program problems.

• Participating in the preparations of proposals plans and program specifications.

• Developing the project scope documents project timetables and other documents that would be provided to Project Managers.

• Monitoring the scheduling budget and performance of company programs.

What You Will Have:

Business Acumen: Knowledge of business concepts tools and processes that are needed for making sound decisions in the context of the companys business; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
Planning: Tactical Strategic: Knowledge of effective planning techniques and ability to contribute to operational (short term) tactical (1-2 years) and strategic (3-5 years) planning in support of the overall business plan.
Process Management: Knowledge of business process improvement tools and techniques; ability to understand monitor update control or enhance existing business or work processes.
Collaborating: Knowledge of collaborative techniques; ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and collaborative manner.
Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit receive and accurately interpret ideas information and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches tools techniques for recognizing anticipating and resolving organizational operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
Project Management: Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan organize monitor and control projects ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.
Data Gathering and Reporting: Knowledge of tools techniques and processes for gathering and reporting data; ability to practice them in a particular department or division of a company.

Considerations For Top Candidates:

• Professional Certifications: SAFe Scrum Master Certified ScrumMaster (CSM) Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) are all pluses.

• Project & Meeting Facilitation: Proven ability to lead and manage cross-functional projects and facilitate effective meetings.

• Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication abilities with a focus on clarity collaboration and stakeholder engagement.

• Analytical Thinking: Skilled in breaking down user stories into actionable componentsidentifying key actors processes and systems to drive clarity and execution.

• Agile Tools Experience: Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps particularly within Scrum and Kanban frameworks.

• Project Management Platforms: Familiarity with tools such as Trello Jira or similar project tracking systems.

• MS Project Proficiency: Experience using Microsoft Project for planning and tracking project timelines and deliverables.

• Travel Flexibility: Willingness and ability to travel up to 10% as needed.

• Microsoft 365 Suite: Proficient in OneNote PowerPoint Excel and other core Microsoft tools.

• AI Productivity Tools: Experience with Microsoft Copilot or similar AI-enhanced productivity tools is a plus.

• Prompt Engineering & LLMs: Familiarity with large language models (e.g. ChatGPT Perplexity) and the ability to craft effective prompts to support project work and innovation.

What You Will Get:

Working with a Fortune 100 leader you can build your career on a global scale and take advantage of development opportunities with emerging technologies. Weve created an inclusive environment for you to explore your passions make an impact and do the work that really matters. Join Us.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the worlds leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment off-highway diesel and natural gas engines industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years weve been helping customers build a better more sustainable world and are committed to and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services backed by our global dealer network provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

This Job Description is intended as a general guide to the job duties for this position and is intended for the purpose of establishing the specific salary grade. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive summary of all responsibilities duties and effort required of employees assigned to this job. At the discretion of management this description may be changed at any time to address the evolving needs of the organization. It is expressly not intended to be a comprehensive list of essential job functions as that term is defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Summary Pay Range:

Compensation and benefits offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors job level market locationjob-related knowledge skills individual performance and experience. Please note that salary is only one component of total compensation at Caterpillar.

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility terms and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

• Medical dental and vision benefits*

• Paid time off plan (Vacation Holidays Volunteer etc.)*

• 401(k) savings plans*

• Health Savings Account (HSA)*

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*

• Health Lifestyle Programs*

• Employee Assistance Program*

• Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discounts*

• Career Development*

• Incentive bonus*

• Disability benefits

• Life Insurance

• Parental leave

• Adoption benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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