Lead Digital Project Manager

Caterpillar

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Work type
On-site
Location
Dallas, TX
Salary
$128,470–$192,710 / yr
Posted
5 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live today
Closes
Oct 22, 2026

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Salary context

Below market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $181k
This role $161k
$117k most similar roles pay here $237k

This role pays less than 68% of similar roles. Most pay $153,950–$209,040 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $161k versus about $181k for comparable roles.

Based on 240 similar postings.

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About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world''s largest manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Industry: Heavy Equipment & Manufacturing

Caterpillar currently has 54 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $128,470–$190,176 across 53 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Lead Digital Project Manager

The Lead Digital Project Manager joins the technology team to perform dual roles as a project manager and product owner for complex construction autonomy projects. This individual manages the planning, execution, and reporting of various project stages from concept through implementation while simultaneously managing the product backlog and defining the vision for new features. The role focuses on building intelligent systems that allow machines to perceive environments and make informed decisions in dynamic jobsites. Key responsibilities include creating schedules, managing change control, and ensuring sprint objectives are met. Required skills include decision making, organizational leadership, program management, and problem management. Candidates must possess experience with software engineering teams in agile environments and extensive knowledge of Azure DevOps. Preferred qualifications include PMP certification, Certified Scrum Master status, Confluence, and Power BI.

What you'll do

  • Manage project planning and execution to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and error-free.
  • Create and maintain the Product Backlog by prioritizing features based on business value.
  • Communicate product vision and backlog priorities clearly to the Scrum team.
  • Act as the primary decision-maker regarding specific product features and requirements.
  • Develop and manage project schedules using professional tools and tracking techniques.
  • Support various project teams through all stages from concept and prototype to implementation and follow-up.
  • Manage change control processes and lead timely decision-making in production environments.
  • Identify root causes of problems and ensure they are resolved accurately and promptly.

What we're looking for

  • Must have 5+ years of direct project management experience working with software engineering teams in an agile environment.
  • Extensive experience using Azure DevOps is required.
  • Ability to manage product backlogs using Agile software tools like Azure DevOps.
  • Knowledge of decision-making processes, critical thinking, and organizational leadership strategies.
  • Knowledge of program management techniques to oversee related projects and resource utilization.
  • Knowledge of change control procedures for identifying, evaluating, and documenting changes in production environments.
  • Ability to perform problem management by identifying root causes and resolving issues timely.
  • PMP certification (preferred); Certified Scrum Master (desired); knowledge of Confluence or Power BI (desired).

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