Program Manager II

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

401(k) with company match

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability

Job summary

Progress Rail, A Caterpillar Company, is seeking a Project Manager I to lead large, long‑cycle locomotive programs. You will plan, budget, oversee and document all aspects of assigned projects while coordinating with upper management and stakeholders.

The role requires strong project management, scheduling, and risk management experience, with travel 20–30% and location in Muncie, IN. Carrier ERP exposure and PMP are valued assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with emphasis in Business or Program Management or equivalent.
• Experience using MS-Project, Primavera or other project management scheduling tool.
• Minimum 10 years' experience on capital intensive, highly engineering, long life cycle product line.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple projects of Locomotive Builds, R&D, Rebuild and Repower, Aftermarket products and Power Products.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget.
• Organize structure and manage project teams to meet the needs of the project.
• Lead the development of a detailed project plan.
• Develop and communicate project scope, goals and deliverables, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring transparency.
• Ensure resource availability and allocation.
• Control project costs and manage the project budget.
• Use verification techniques to manage changes in scope, schedule and costs.
• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques.
• Report and elevate to management as needed.
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Communicate project status with the organization and the end customer as defined by the contract.
• Establish and maintain relationships with all stakeholders within the project reach.
• Ensure all deliverables of the contract are met.
• Accept special assignments as needed.
• Travel as required to perform duties (20-30%).

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Leadership

Risk management

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Program Management

MBA preferred

Tools

MS-Project

Primavera

Job description

Job Purpose

The project manager I is part of the Project Management Office and will be responsible for several individual projects that are large in scope. The project manager I will be responsible to plan, budget, oversee and document all aspects of assigned projects. The project manager I will work closely with upper management to ensure transparency regarding the health of the scope and direction of each project, as well as other departments for support.

Work Location Options

LaGrange, IL

City

Muncie

State

Indiana

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.

Key Job Elements

• Manage multiple projects of Locomotive Builds, Research and Development, Rebuild and Repower, Aftermarket products and Power Products that range is scope of small to NPI;
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget;
• Organize structure and manage project teams to meet the needs of the project;
• Lead the development of a detailed project plan;
• Develop and communicate project scope, goals and deliverables, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring transparency;
• Ensure resource availability and allocation;
• Controls project costs and manage the project budget;
• Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs;
• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques;
• Report and elevate to management as needed;
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks;
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation;
• Communicate project status with the organization and the end customer as defined by the contract;
• Establish and maintain relationships all stakeholder within the project reach;
• Ensures all deliverables of the contract are met;
• Accept special assignments as needed;
• Travel as required to perform duties (20-30%).

Education / Training

Required:

• Bachelor's degree with emphasis in Business or Program Management or equivalent;
• Experience using in MS-Project, Primavera or other project management scheduling tool;
• Minimum 10 years' experience on capital intensive, highly engineering, long life cycle product line;

Preferred:

• Masters;
• Exposure to ERP systems;
• PMP certified highly preferred;
• Locomotive knowledge preferred.

Qualifications And Experience

• Exceptional Written and verbal skills;
• Exceptional conflict resolution skills;
• Understand locomotive product;
• Experience in successfully managing people, projects and/or programs;
• Ability to influence and lead others;
• Excellent level of analytical ability to assess, identify and facilitate appropriate alternative courses of action;
• Able to work independently;
• High level of interpersonal skills to work within team environment;
• Ability to influence and lead others; both up and down;
• Attention to detail, ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks with strict deadlines.

Benefits

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

• Competitive Salary
• 401(k) plan with up to 6% company match (no waiting period with immediate vesting)
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, Critical Care, and Hospital Insurance available along with an HDHP and HSA with seed money
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Site specific Production and Incentive Plans
• Site specific Step and Skill Level Wage Adjustment Plans
• Site Specific Relocation and Sign-on Bonus Programs
• Benefits eligibility varies by job position, full-time/part-time and regular/temporary status. The provisions of the plan documents control such benefits.
• Subject to position, eligibility, and plan guidelines. EEO Progress Rail is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.

Job Category

Engineering

PRS Facility Location

EMD Muncie, IN Locomotive - 462