Lead Digital Project Manager @ Caterpillar Inc.
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Overview
Your work shapes the world at Caterpillar Inc. Join a global team of makers, problem solvers, and future world builders dedicated to creating stronger, more sustainable communities.
Role Definition
The Lead Digital Project Manager oversees the planning, organization, and implementation of multiple and complex digital projects.
Responsibilities
Manage day-to-day project activities including scheduling, risk management, and team motivation.
- Oversee project responsibilities and schedules
- Develop contingency plans for risks
- Direct and motivate project teams
- Monitor deliverables and quality standards
Planning
Develop tactical and strategic plans aligned with short-term and long-term business goals. Ensure resource allocation and integration with overall business plans.
Project Administration
Utilize best practices in project administration to report, track costs, and monitor progress using established software tools.
Decision Making and Critical Thinking
Apply informed judgment using various decision-making techniques; analyze past decisions and validate options to predict impact.
Data Gathering and Reporting
Gather, analyze, and report data; prepare cost-benefit analyses and verify accuracy to support project decisions.
Implementation
Support software application implementation, draft usage guidelines, and provide immediate support for end-users under supervision.
IT Project Control and Reporting
Monitor IT project progress using Gantt and PERT/CPM charts; conduct meetings and variance analysis to ensure timely delivery.
IT Project Management
Direct IT projects to align technical objectives with client requirements, ensuring quality standards and on-time delivery.
IT Standards, Procedures & Policies
Assist in designing organizational IT policies and infrastructure, generating status reports, and executing projects as per standards.
Key skills/competency
- Digital Project Management
- Planning
- Project Administration
- Decision Making
- Data Analysis
- Implementation
- IT Project Management
- Risk Management
- Budgeting
- Team Leadership
How to Get Hired at Caterpillar Inc.
🎯 Tips for Getting Hired
- Research Caterpillar Inc. culture: Review mission, values,and recent news.
- Customize your resume: Highlight relevant project management experience.
- Emphasize digital expertise: Focus on IT and digital project successes.
- Prepare for situational questions: Be ready with project planning examples.