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Career Area:

Manufacturing

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.

The Corporate Real Estate Representative provides real estate expertise and transaction management to Caterpillar Business Units across the globe, including site selection, acquisition, disposition and leasing of new manufacturing, warehousing, office, and specialty facilities by working with brokers, landlords, property owners and other internal/external service providers. Consulting scope includes research, competitive search management, negotiations, and real estate transactions.

What You Will Do:

+ Communicate with assigned business units worldwide on all aspects of real estate transactions.

+ Communicate with various Caterpillar departments including legal, accounting treasury insurance, tax, facility planning, and public affairs to properly carry out transactions.

+ Communicate with external brokers and consultants, conduct property searches, identify alternative solutions and provide recommendations for lease terms. Travel as necessary to evaluate properties and complete projects.

+ Negotiate deal terms and conditions with counterparties.

What You Have:

+ **Effective Communications:** Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

+ **Negotiating:** Knowledge of successful negotiation concepts and techniques; ability to negotiate successfully across the organization and with external vendors and clients in a constructive and collaborative manner.

+ **Collaborating Globally:** Knowledge of effective collaboration techniques and ability to build networks with people from different countries and cultures, think and work with them to bring positive impact and flourishing business results.

+ **Project Management:** Knowledge of effective project management strategies and tactics; ability to plan, organize, monitor, and control projects, ensuring efficient utilization of technical and administrative resources to achieve project objectives.

What Will Set You Apart:

+ College degree, or several years of related experience in commercial and industrial real estate or related field.

+ 3+ years’ experience in commercial and industrial real estate

+ Professional licensure as a real estate broker

+ Demonstrated ability to handle multiple, diverse assignments and to complete projects within schedule constraints with minimal direct supervision.

+ Strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.

+ Experience in commercial contract negotiations.

+ Understanding of site selection processes and the commercial real estate industry, including critical metrics, trends, market awareness, competitive procurement strategies, transaction methods, and best practices.

**Additional Information** :

+ The primary location for this position is Peoria, IL or Irving, TX

+ Domestic relocation assistance is available for those who qualify.

+ Sponsorship is **not** available.

+ International and Domestic travel up to 15%

What You Will Get:

+ Our goal at Caterpillar is for you to have a rewarding career. Our teams are critical to the success of our customers who build a better world.

+ Here you earn more than just a salary because we value your performance. We offer a total rewards package that provides benefits on day one (medical, dental, vision, RX, and 401K) along with the potential of an annual bonus. Additional benefits include paid vacation days and paid holidays.

+ All qualified individuals - Including minorities, females, veterans and individuals with disabilities - are encouraged to apply.

About Caterpillar –

Caterpillar Inc. 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. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Final details:

Please frequently check the email associated with your application, including the junk/spam folder, as this is the primary correspondence method. If you wish to know the status of your application – please use the candidate log-in on our career website as it will reflect any updates to your status.

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Summary Pay Range:

$95,640.00 - $143,520.00

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

Posting Dates:

December 12, 2025 - January 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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