Project Manager. Information Technology
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Job Purpose
Global product owner and team management in support of accounting, purchasing, supply chain, and quality solutions interfacing with ERPs. Coordinates internal/external resources and third parties/vendors for IT project execution, ensuring timely, within scope and budget delivery.
Req ID : 11046BR
Work Location : Kansas City, Independence, Missouri
Company Description
Progress Rail, a Caterpillar company, provides integrated rail solutions worldwide, including locomotives, transit, freight cars, tracks, signals, and advanced technology. Headquartered in Albertville, Alabama, with over 7,000 employees across 150 locations globally.
Key Job Elements
Develop project scopes and objectives with stakeholders, ensuring accuracy
Coordinate testing and acceptance resources, manage availability and allocation
Create detailed project plans using MS Project and SharePoint
Measure performance, report issues, risks, and escalate as needed
Manage scope changes and update plans accordingly
Coordinate third-party solution integration and testing
Develop implementation strategies aligned with business needs
Lead support and development teams post-release
Evaluate technology solutions for business support
Report project status to leadership
Maintain comprehensive project documentation
Perform additional duties as assigned
Education / Training
Bachelors degree in IT-related field preferred
Qualifications and Experience
At least 3 years managing IT projects, data centers, cloud, or enterprise software; team management experience
PMP certification preferred
Experience with MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, JIRA
Knowledge of Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban), cloud services (AWS preferred), ITIL framework
Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills
Experience with large software/infrastructure programs and multi-tasking
Benefits
Competitive salary, 401(k) with match, comprehensive health insurance, paid time off, education assistance, recognition programs, and potential relocation/sign-on bonuses. Benefits vary based on position and status. EEO employer.
Job Category : Information Technology
Location : Independence, MO
Seniority Level : Mid-Senior level
Employment Type : Full-time
Job Function : Project Management, IT
Industry : Railroad Equipment Manufacturing
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- Location:
- Independence, MO, United States
- Job Type:
- FullTime
- Category:
- Computer And Mathematical Occupations