Senior Project Manager

Caterpillar Inc.

Senior Project Manager leading large-scale projects at Caterpillar. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence and business transformation.

Posted 7/16/2026full-timeEast Peoria • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $128,470 - $192,710 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Strategic Project Leadership, Program Coordination, and Financial Management, ensuring successful delivery of large-scale projects while maintaining compliance and governance. Possesses strong Analytical Skills and the ability to influence stakeholders and lead cross-functional teams effectively.

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Strategic Project LeadershipProgram & Portfolio CoordinationExecutive Stakeholder ManagementFinancial & Resource ManagementRisk Management

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Hard Skills

Project GovernanceBudget ManagementRisk ManagementOrganizational Change ManagementAnalytical SkillsDecision-Making SkillsProject Delivery MethodologiesResource PlanningBusiness TransformationOperational Improvement

Soft Skills

Leadership SkillsInfluencing SkillsCommunication SkillsAdaptabilityResilience

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ProjectJiraAzure DevOpsClarityPlanviewServiceNow

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPCAPMPRINCE2Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP)

Industry Keywords

Cross-Functional ProjectsEnterprise InitiativesPMOGovernance ModelsStakeholder Engagement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzurePMPServiceNow

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the delivery of large, complex, cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives from concept through implementation
Partner with executives, business leaders, and technical teams to define project strategies, objectives, business outcomes, and success measures
Establish and manage project governance structures, steering committees, and executive-level reporting
Develop and oversee comprehensive project plans, budgets, resource strategies, and delivery roadmaps
Manage project financials, forecasting, resource allocation, and budget performance
Drive risk, dependency, and issue management across multiple workstreams and stakeholder groups
Lead cross-functional project teams and influence stakeholders without direct authority
Ensure projects deliver measurable business value while maintaining quality, compliance, and operational readiness
Support organizational change management activities associated with project implementations
Provide strategic guidance, coaching, and mentoring to project managers and project team members
Identify opportunities to improve project delivery practices, governance models, and portfolio execution capabilities
Manage vendor relationships, contract deliverables, and external partnerships as required
Deliver executive presentations, business updates, and key decision-making materials for senior leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strategic Project Leadership- Proven experience leading large-scale, enterprise-wide projects or programs with significant business impact and executive visibility
Program & Portfolio Coordination- Experience managing multiple interrelated projects, dependencies, and delivery teams across complex environments
Executive Stakeholder Management- Ability to engage, influence, and communicate effectively with senior executives, business leaders, and external partners
Financial & Resource Management- Strong experience managing project budgets, forecasts, financial performance, resource planning, and investment tracking
Organizational Change & Transformation- Experience supporting business transformation, organizational change, and enterprise-wide implementations
Governance & Delivery Excellence- Strong understanding of project governance, controls, compliance, and delivery methodologies
Risk Management- Advanced experience identifying, managing, and escalating strategic risks, dependencies, and delivery challenges
Analytical & Decision-Making Skills- Ability to analyze complex situations, evaluate trade-offs, and drive informed business decisions
Leadership Skills- Strong leadership capabilities with experience influencing cross-functional teams and mentoring project professionals
Hold Project Management certifications such as PMP, CAPM, PRINCE2, Agile Certified Practitioner (ACP), or equivalent
Have experience working within PMOs, transformation programs, or enterprise initiatives
Demonstrate strong organizational and prioritization skills
Have experience managing technology, business process, or operational improvement projects
Show adaptability and resilience in complex and changing environments
Possess knowledge of project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Jira, Azure DevOps, Clarity, Planview, or ServiceNow

Benefits

Comp & perks

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