Project Manager

Your Title: Project Manager Job Location: Christchurch, NZ Our Department: Caterpillar Trimble Control Technologies (CTCT) Does managing projects that help transform the earthmoving industry using cutting-edge technologies excite you? What You Will Do As a Project Manager within CTCT, your role is to lead the development of core system components for an international system integration team, within an established phase gate process (T5). You will collaborate with positioning, system engineering, software, quality, and marketing to deliver core sub-system elements for inclusion in new product introductions. We operate in a highly competitive market with products delivered to Trimble OEM’s, Trimble Aftermarket, and CAT GRADE factories. There are key functional groups across CTCT delivering these successful solutions; System Software Development, Positioning & Control Software Development , System Engineering, Marketing Verification & Validation, and kitting and releasing. Travel (including international) will be required but less than 10% of your time. This role will involve: Ensuring projects meet established schedules, cost targets, and contractual objectives by effectively managing resources, team dynamics, and change control processes while providing contingency plans and problem resolutions as required Developing a clear understanding of the project scope and project deliverables outlined by key project stakeholders Developing the project schedule and budget, based upon input from the project team, agreeing on resource requirements with the appropriate Functional Managers Directing the development of project documentation including business cases, system diagrams, specifications, risk assessments, and project milestone presentations Keeping project milestones updated in our resource and project management software Communicate regularly with senior management and proactively monitor project needs, identify project risks, and put in place and execute mitigation plans. What you will bring? Along with being a team player, with strong work prioritisation skills and a collaborative communication and working style, you will also need to have: Excellent written and verbal communication skills Leadership qualities with high energy that demonstrates the ability to work well with diverse groups of people in a way that motivates them to achieve common objectives Highly developed analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills Highly organized with excellent time management skills and a flexible approach to working in a changing environment Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with aggressive deadlines across multi-disciplined teams worldwide Experience working internationally with diverse cultures is preferred. Your Background/Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering field preferred or equivalent Minimum 3 years experience in cross-functional project teams and organizations Proven hands-on technical project management experience with the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently, and proactively identify & resolve issues early while maintaining relationships Experience in Agile software development, backlog planning, and value team facilitation is highly desired A recognised certification in Project Management is highly desirable. About Your Location Based at Trimble’s campus in Christchurch, New Zealand (handily located on the Little River Link Cycleway), enjoy free parking, securely covered bike sheds, and a great team environment where people love our outstanding culture, and you will appreciate our excellent employee benefits including a discretionary bonus, medical and life insurance, an active social club, an on-site gym, fitness programmes, and more. And while we’re talking, ask us about our generous Employee Stock Purchase Plan. At Trimble, you'll find the inspiration and opportunity to be yourself and thrive. The global community of Team Trimble, including more than 400 people in New Zealand, is passionate about bringing new ideas and innovations to life and building a better, more sustainable future. Please Note: Only applicants who are legally entitled to work in New Zealand will be considered. About Our CTCT Division The CTCT division (a joint venture between Trimble and Caterpillar) develops positioning and control products for earthmoving and paving machines in the construction and mining industries, using technologies such as GPS, optical total stations, lasers, and sonics. The products are used in a range of applications where the operator of the machine benefits from having accurate horizontal and vertical guidance. For more information on currently developed products, see construction.trimble.com/earthworks Trimble’s Inclusiveness Commitment We believe in celebrating our differences. That is why our diversity is our strength. To us, that means actively participating in opportunities to be inclusive. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion have guided our current success while also moving our desire to improve. We actively seek to add members to our community who represent our customers and the places we live and work. We have programs in place to make sure our people are seen, heard, and welcomed and most importantly that they know they belong, no matter who they are or where they are coming from. Trimble’s Privacy Policy Trimble is transforming the way the world works by delivering products and services that connect the physical and digital worlds. Core technologies in positioning, modeling, connectivity and data analytics enable customers to improve productivity, quality, safety, and sustainability. From purpose built products to enterprise lifecycle solutions, Trimble software, hardware and services are transforming a broad range of industries such as agriculture, construction, geospatial and transportation and logistics. For more information about Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB), visit www.trimble.com.