Project Manager

Louisiana Cat • Pesson, LA

1h • Onsite

About The Position

Louisiana Cat has been proud to represent Caterpillar® for 4 continuous generations in the state of Louisiana, providing customers with high-quality Cat® equipment, service, and parts since 1933. The company serves to build and power the community for a better future and is actively seeking high-energy, ambitious candidates. The Project Manager role is based in New Iberia, LA, and involves daily interaction with Customers, Vendors, Sales Operations Manager, Sales Staff, and Support Personnel to ensure assigned performance objectives are met safely, on schedule, and on budget. The company is dedicated to fostering a safe and meaningful work environment, known for creating lasting partnerships, and committed to long-term growth. They operate across Construction, Electrical Power, Industrial, Marine Engines, and Oil & Gas industries, investing in employee training and development.

Requirements

• 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.
• Strict compliance with PPE (personal protective equipment) safety regulations.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Construction Management, or Business preferred, or equivalent industry experience

Responsibilities

• 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

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
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Employee incentive programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees