Job Purpose
To plan, organize and control activities so that project(s) are completed successfully as possible. Managing a cross functional team, directing, monitoring and promoting change.
Company Description
Progress Rail stands at the intersection of legacy and innovation-driving the future of rail with a pioneering spirit. Since its founding in 1983, the company has grown to become one of the world's largest and most trusted providers of railroad products, services, and technologies. Today, Progress Rail delivers a comprehensive portfolio of cost-effective solutions to railway customers around the globe. From the rails themselves to the EMD locomotives that ride them, the company's products are in operation across more than 100 countries-powering progress and connecting communities. In 2006, Progress Rail joined Caterpillar Inc., further strengthening its ability to lead the rail industry with cutting-edge technology, unmatched expertise, and a commitment to excellence. At Progress Rail, the team is not just building the future of rail-they are making history every day.
Education / Training
Bachelor's degree in information technology or equivalent experience required;
10+ years of demonstrated success as Technology Manager.
Key Job Elements
Manage Commercial/ART implementation projects and initiatives;
Coordinate and complete projects timely and within budget;
Meet with stakeholders to take detailed ordering briefs and clarify specific requirements of each project;
Collaborate with team to formulate decision and develop the output for job/project;
Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long term goals;
Develop comprehensive project plans to be shared with clients, staff members, and senior management;
Plan and manage the job/project, manage the business/financial aspects of the job/project, provide a supportive work environment for the team, mentor, coach and develop others, and manage one's own development;
Perform risk management to minimize project risks;
Establish and maintain relationships with third party vendors;
Own/Support all project assigned;
Travel required (estimated 25%).
Qualifications and Experience
Direct experience with Application Development as applied to a worldwide company;
Advanced time management and analytical skills;
Strong technical aptitude and experience working with enterprise software solutions;
Excellent communication, consulting and negotiation skills with the ability to quickly develop relationships with all levels of an organization;
Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multitasking skills;
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft office.
Essential and Physical Activities Functions
Strength - Position typically involves work in a standard office environment;
Caterpillar Confidential Green
Caterpillar: (Non-Confidential)
Motion - Constant sitting. Occasional standing and walking;
Vision/Hearing Requirements - Occasional verbal communications, including both talking and hearing;
Work Environment - Position is consistent with standard office environment;
Emotional Demands - Requires ability to work with a team to accomplish mission success;
Safety - Position includes safety requirements consistent primarily with a standard office environment.
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- Dice Id: 10339053
- Position Id: 88c5b1b5592460570e58364a02368189
- Posted 11 hours ago
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