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About this Lead Digital Transformation Project Manager role at Caterpillar

Caterpillar · Onsite · Chicago, Illinois

Career Area:

Technology, Digital and Data

Job Description:

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other.  We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don't just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Cat Digital is the digital and technology arm of Caterpillar Inc., leveraging the latest technologies to build industry leading digital solutions for our customers and dealers. With over 1.5 million connected assets worldwide, our teams use data, technology, advanced analytics, telematics and AI capabilities to help our customers build a better, more sustainable world.

The DACS - Digital Adoption and Customer Success (CAT Digital) team is looking for a Lead Digital Transformation Project Manager to strategize, oversee, coordinate, and execute strategic transformation initiatives throughout the organization. This position will play a central role in Digital Transformation and the delivery of projects that support innovation, team culture and transformation. The Project Manager will be responsible for ensuring that all initiatives are executed with measurable outcomes, aligned with organizational goals. The role plays a critical role in accelerating Digital adoption across Global teams by fostering cross functional collaboration and accountability.
 

What You Will Do:

  • Drive Digital Transformation Execution
  • Analyze pain points across the organization and Design & Prioritize Impact-Driven Initiatives
  • Define and sequence initiatives that engagement and Digital Culture.
  • Orchestrate Cross-Functional Alignment – Align product team, field, and enablement teams to ensure cohesive execution of transformation initiatives.
  • Champion change management initiatives that embed digital behaviors, foster innovation, and strengthen a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Drive training programs and learning journeys (e.g., UYDG, mentoring) to strengthen digital fluency at scale.
  • Embed Digital Mindset Across Stakeholders – Partner with HR, business units, and dealer teams to institutionalize digital behaviors and adoption practices.
  • Track and manage diverse projects milestones, ensuring initiatives are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Maintain program/project documentation and provide transparent status updates to senior leadership.
  • Support Internal and external events to Build Team culture showcase digital transformation impact.

What You Will Have:

Planning: Tactical & Strategic:

  • Ability to integrate project planning into broader business objectives.
  • Strong skills in project Management, resource planning and alignment with organizational strategy.

Decision-Making & Critical Thinking:

  • Skilled at analyzing options, anticipating impacts, and facilitating decisions through consultative or consensus-based approaches.
  • Ability to synthesize complex technical and business information into clear, actionable insights.

Data & Reporting

  • Proficiency in data gathering, analysis, and reporting.

Communication & Relationship Management

  • Ability to build strong, trust-based relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Skilled in tailoring complex information into clear, actionable messages for leadership, technical, and business stakeholders.
  • Strong presence with proven facilitation and negotiation skills.
     

Considerations For Top Candidates:

  • Extensive experience leading digital initiatives in complex, multinational organizations
  • Proven ability to deliver digital transformation projects owning the full lifecycle from initiation to deployment and adoption
  • Experienced in project management and working with cross-functional teams
  • Strong coordination skills, high flexibility, and ability to execute quickly under tight deadlines
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence and engage senior leadership
  • Ability to create and design executive‑ready presentations and visuals, including high‑impact PowerPoint and video content
  • Experience with Agile, Lean, or Six Sigma methodologies (preferred)

 

 

Summary Pay Range:

$128,470.00 - $192,710.00

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 Caterpillar. 

Benefits:

Subject to plan eligibility, terms, and guidelines. This is a summary list of benefits.

  • 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

       

* These benefits also apply to part-time employees

 

 

 

 

 

 

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

 

 

Posting Dates:

October 19, 2026 - November 1, 2026

Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen.

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.  Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

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How this Project Manager salary compares

This role pays $160,590/yr — above the typical range for Project Manager roles.

$83,738 median $117,500 $176,014

Typical range $97,044–$143,500/yr, from 37 comparable Project Manager listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Project Manager salary insights →

About Caterpillar

There’s more to work at Caterpillar than just the work itself. We hire smart, friendly people and it shows in our culture. We hold ourselves to high standards and make sure our values of integrity, excellence, teamwork, commitment and sustainability come to life in the way we work. We make sure our employees feel continuously challenged while also supported. We provide professional growth opportunities, including leadership programs. We celebrate the diversity of our team, while also working together as one Caterpillar. Our culture, like everything at our company, is made possible by each employee’s contribution. Person by person, we create the environment we work in, and we are proud of the

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