Project Coordinator (Programme Support) - 18m Contract

Career Area

Operations

Job Description

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you are part of 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.

Job Title

Project Coordinator - Programme Support

Salary

£33,800 rising to £37,500 when role objectives are reached

Contract

Fixed term contract - 18 Months

Hours

Monday to Thursday 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM & Friday 7:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Location

Desford, Leicestershire

The Opportunity

We're looking for a Project Coordinator to support the Building Construction Products (BCP) UK division as part of an internal programme focused on our transition to SAP. This role supports day to day project coordination, helping to keep activities organised, information accurate, and delivery on track. It's a strong development opportunity for someone from a production or operational background who wants to build project coordination, planning, and data management skills while contributing to continuous improvement across the business.

What you will do

• Support planning and delivery by organising meetings, updating schedules, and maintaining accurate project and portfolio records.
• Monitor actions, milestones and risks using tools such as Microsoft Planner, and help develop or improve trackers, templates and reporting tools.
• Share updates, actions and decisions with team members and stakeholders to support smooth delivery.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure information is accurate, up to date and easy to access across the wider portfolio.
• Identify inefficiencies in ways of working and contribute practical ideas to improve processes, tools, and coordination methods.

What You Can Demonstrate

• Teamwork & Communication: Works well with colleagues across different teams, sharing information clearly and supporting a collaborative approach.
• Organisation & Planning: Able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines while keeping project data, trackers, and documentation well organised.
• Attention to Detail: Produces accurate information, maintains reliable records, and spots issues or gaps early.
• Problem Solving & Improvement: Takes a practical approach to improving processes, tools and ways of working that support project delivery.

What You May Have

• A genuine interest in project coordination, maintaining accurate project data, and improving tools and templates.
• An understanding of production or factory environments, including pace, priorities and operational challenges.
• Confidence using Outlook and Excel, with a willingness to learn new planning tools, portfolio trackers and project systems.
• A positive, proactive approach, skilled in using tools such as MS Azure DevOps to track actions and progress, and MS Project to support timelines and dependencies.

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

Just a quick heads-up: We start reviewing applications as soon as they come in, so if you're interested, don't wait too long! We may close the advert early if we feel we've got a strong pool of potentially suitable applicants.

What You Will Get

One Company, Limitless Opportunities

Caterpillar is the world's leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel electric locomotives. We do business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments - Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation - and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment.

Careers at Caterpillar are limitless, we have opportunities in Engineering, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, Supply Chain and so much more. You can create the career you want. It's your time and talent, make it count.

Our Sustainability Commitment

Caterpillar has a long-standing commitment to sustainability, one of our five Values in Action. It is part of who we are and what we do. We actively lead sustainable green initiatives to preserve the environment, help reduce poverty with the Caterpillar Foundation and stay involved in the communities we help build.

Benefits

27 days annual leave + bank holidays, opportunity to buy additional holiday, bonus, contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will double the employee's contribution up to 10%, contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution, Employee Support Networks - join groups that offer support, connection, and a sense of community, optional flexible benefits including access to private health and dental care plans, EV car lease etc

Travel

Not required with this role

Posting Dates

March 30, 2026 - April 14, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply