Project Manager

Louisiana Cat; New Iberia (LA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

401K Plan with Company Match

Paid Holidays & Vacation

Disability Insurance

Safety footwear allowances

Job summary

Louisiana Cat is seeking a Project Manager to lead projects in New Iberia, LA. You will coordinate with customers, vendors, and internal teams to meet safety, schedule, and budget goals while applying rigorous engineering principles.

The role emphasizes collaboration with sales, engineering, and production, plus data-driven reporting using ERP/CRM tools. A BS degree or equivalent experience is preferred; strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, industrial technology, construction management, or business preferred, or equivalent industry experience.
• Strong computer skills and Microsoft Office, including Excel, with the ability to learn new programs quickly.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills, with ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external technical resources and leaders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee assigned projects to ensure completion on time and within budget.
• Inspect Cat Power installations to ensure conformance to design and safety standards.
• Collaborate with sales, engineering, and production to meet stakeholder expectations.
• Plan and apply engineering methods to project tasks.
• Utilize ERP, Project Management, and CRM software for data management and reporting.
• Review drawings and specifications to ensure Caterpillar standards and customer requirements.
• Develop and submit complete project submittals for review and approval.
• Investigate customer complaints and implement remedial actions.
• Assist in budgets and labor/material cost estimates for projects and change orders.
• Conduct field surveys to identify and correct power system issues.
• Enforce safety rules, complete required training, and support continuous improvement.

Skills

MS Office including Excel

Strong teamwork

Strong written and oral communication

Multi-tasking in fast-paced env

Effective communication with technical

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Industrial Tech/Construction Mgmt or Business

Tools

ERP software

Project Management software

CRM software

Job description

YOUR CAREER WITH LOUISIANA CAT

Louisiana Cat has been proud to represent Caterpillar® for 4 continuous generations in the state of Louisiana. We have been providing our customers with the highest quality Cat® equipment, service, and parts since 1933. We serve to build and power our community for a better future. We are always searching for high energy, ambitious candidates who are ready to join our team. You can build your future here!

DESCRIPTION

POWER UP

YOUR CAREER WITH LOUISIANA CAT

Louisiana Cat has been proud to represent Caterpillar® for 4 continuous generations in the state of Louisiana. We have been providing our customers with the highest quality Cat® equipment, service, and parts since 1933. We serve to build and power our community for a better future. We are always searching for high energy, ambitious candidates who are ready to join our team. You can build your future here!

THE OPPORTUNITY

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our growing operation in New Iberia, LA. The role of the Project Manager is to interface daily with the Customers, Vendors, Sales Operations Manager, Sales Staff and Support Personnel to ensure assigned performance objectives are met safely, on schedule and on budget.

YOUR CONTRIBUTION

• Oversee assigned projects to assure they are completed satisfactorily, on time and within budget
• Inspect completed Cat Power installations and observe operations to ensure conformance to design, equipment specifications and compliance with operational and safety standards
• Work closely with sales, engineering, and production teams to ensure all stakeholder expectations are met
• Plan and implement research methodology and procedures to apply sound engineering principles to assigned projects
• Utilizes corporate software including but not limited to Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), Project Management as well as CRM software to ensure data is managed and reporting is accurate
• Review technical drawings and specifications of mechanical and electrical systems to ensure that installation and operations conform to Caterpillar application standards and customer requirements
• Develop and submit complete project submittals for customers to review and approve.
• Investigate customer complaints, determine nature and extent of problem, and recommend remedial measures in a timely manner
• Assist in planning of project layouts for Caterpillar’s portfolio of Electric Power, Oil and Gas, Marine and Industrial products and assist the Sales Team in the influence of future sales
• Assist in development of budgets, estimating labor, and material costs for assigned projects and related equipment for PO Change orders.
• Conduct field surveys at customer locations, study specifications, drawings, and other engineering data to identify and correct power system problems
• Follow and enforce all safety rules and procedures; identify and report all safety issues
• Complete training requirements identified by Caterpillar to earn and maintain job specific training certifications as required
• Embrace and support quality management system initiates to achieve a continuous improvement environment

YOUR VALUE

• You will serve as the main point of contact for “after PO” communications with the customers on your assigned projects.
• You will have the sales tools and building blocks to MAKE A CAREER MARK here at Louisiana Cat
• You will collaborate with the Commissioning and Aftermarket teams to ensure a successful completion of the Customer Journey.

Most Important Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Construction Management, or Business preferred, or equivalent industry experience
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office software including Excel, with the ability to quickly learn new programs.
• Strong teamwork skills are critical.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to successfully multi-task and work well in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external technical resources and business area leaders.

Louisiana Cat Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, $50,000 Company Funded Life Policy (if enrolled in Health)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Cancer, Supplemental Life and additional voluntary policies
• 401K Plan with Company Match
• Paid Holidays & Vacation
• Technician Tool Loan Program up to $2,000
• Safety Boot / Safety Prescription Glasses Allowances
• Employee Discounts
• Credit Union
• Technician Career Development Program - Shop & Field Service Training

SAFETY IN ALL WE DO

• We require strict compliance with PPE (personal protective equipment) safety regulations.
• We maintain compliance with all Federal, State and Local safety and company regulations.
• All employees must follow all Company Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) procedures.
• Louisiana Cat is a drug-free workplace, including marijuana and THC products.

WHY PEOPLE JOIN LOUISIANA CAT

• We are dedicated to fostering a safe and meaningful work environment that empowers our employees and customers.
• We are known for creating lasting partnerships, guided by our strong company values, customer experience culture and safety standards.
• We are committed to the long-term growth and success of both our employees and customers.
• We have energy, focus and passion delivering results because what we do impacts our customers each and every day.
• We work across Construction, Electrical Power, Industrial, Marine Engines and Oil & Gas industries.
• We invest in training and development programs for our employees to build their toolkit and career paths here at Louisiana Cat.
• We offer competitive pay and benefits, paid holidays and vacation, employee incentive programs and 401(k) company match programs.

Who We Are

We are a growing organization focused on creating a positive impact on our employees, customers and communities in which we operate. We seek out employees who are inspired by our values, thrive in a collaborative environment, and want to become a part of a dynamic company backed by 90+ years of success. We have 23 locations across Louisiana and the Gulf South with Corporate HQ located in Reserve, LA and Power Systems HQ located in New Iberia, LA.

Additional Information

• Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co, LLC) and its affiliates are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age (40 and over), national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. We proudly hire U.S. Veterans.
• Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co, LLC) uses E-Verify and complies with I-9 employment eligibility requirements of all new hires.
• Equal Employment Opportunity Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal:
• Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision:
• Louisiana Cat (Louisiana Machinery Co, LLC) and its affiliates are drug-free workplaces and post-offer, pre-employment process includes background check, drug/alcohol screen, and if applicable for the role, pre-employment physical/fit for duty assessments.