Director of Product Management

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we’re building a thriving planet.Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We’re making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:renewables and energy servicesengineering and designconstruction and facility servicesTo get where we’re going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?The Opportunity with McKinstryWe are currently seeking a Director of Product Management to join our growing Business Technology team in Seattle. The Director of Product Management serves as the expert in their particular product portfolio by collaborating with the Line of Business (LOB) leaders to define, drive and manage the product vision and strategy for the portfolio. Additional responsibilities may include:Manage and maintain LOB portfolio product roadmaps; identifying customer pain points, converting them into user stories and prioritizing them.Manage the product portfolio’s life cycle from inception (including modifications, upgrades and maintenance) through end of life.Create and effectively champion a data-driven and market-informed vision and plan that works in concert with the broader McKinstry objectives.Develop and maintain business cases. Cases should demonstrate a compelling reason for continued investment that bridges business goals, user needs and feasibility.Design, deliver and manage large strategic and complex projects, with executive visibility and multiple critical dependencies.Continually evaluate the performance of products and features against goals, develop recommendations for improvement, and manage enterprise business backlog.Write Marketing Requirements Document (MRD) and Product Requirement Document (PRD) based on business impact, customer demand and proven thought leadership.Contribute actively to LOB innovation: Perform and leverage research to further support rationale for product development and positioning.Spearhead creative solutions that enhance and further the current tools.Work with your Technology Partner to effectively design solutions, estimate work effort and deploy resources appropriately. Encourage actively pursuing integrations and partnerships in support of McKinstry’s vision and business goals.Assist Chief Product Officer to identify and implement best practices to measure success; including financial objectives, implementation schedules, and important milestones.Assist Chief Product Officer to promote cross-team and cross-organizational knowledge sharing through forums such as user groups, design reviews, etc.Build strong working relationships with LOBs, technology and operations organizations to enable cross functional collaboration.Train, mentor and manage staff to attain team goals.Maintain a “pulse” on trends important to our clients and LOBs to explore and maximize new solutions that meet needs.Serve as a steward of McKinstry technology solutions.What You Need to Succeed at McKinstryBA/BS degree desired, Masters a plus.5-10 years of experience in product management or software development preferred.Experience with product management principles. Product Management Certification desired (Pragmatic, 280 Group, etc.) preferred.Excellent project management skills and ability to present work to executive stakeholders.Track record of building product features founded in solid user research and validation.Clear, concise and persuasive communication style that compels action.Ability to lead high performing, cross-functional teams.Experience growing and developing talent.Knowledge in modern software development methodologies, including Agile.Strong ability to teach others, mentor, and facilitate.Ability to lead from within a product team and support as a servant-leader.PeopleFirst BenefitsWhen it comes to the basics, we have you covered:Competitive pay401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing planPaid time off and holidaysComprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximumsPeople come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistanceUp to 16 weeks paid parental leaveTransgender inclusive benefitsCommuter benefitsPet insurance“Building Good” paid community service timeLearning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry UniversityMcKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workersSee benefit plan documents for complete details.If you’re driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.The pay range for this position is $153,810 - $269,900 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay information is based on market location. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.#LI-MD1