About Us:
Planera is a fast-growing software startup revolutionizing construction planning and scheduling. We are disrupting an industry that has seen little innovation in decades, and the opportunity for change – and upside – is big. Our culture is dynamic, smart, and spirited, and we are committed to solving critical problems for general contractors and project owners. Join us and help to grow a company that will change how the world is built.
Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Product Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have 5-8 years of SaaS product management experience, and he or she will work closely with our design, engineering and GTM team to create and execute on the company's roadmap. This role reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Candidate must have experience in Construction Tech product management and be familiar with construction workflows.
Key Responsibilities:
- Product Strategy: Develop and drive the product roadmap in alignment with company goals, market trends, and customer needs within the construction tech space.
- Customer Focus: Engage directly with customers to understand their pain points, workflows, and requirements, translating these insights into actionable product features.
- UX Design: Collaborate closely with UX/UI designers to ensure the product offers an exceptional user experience, balancing functionality with ease of use.
- Market Research: Stay ahead of industry trends, competitor offerings, and technological advancements to ensure our product remains competitive and innovative.
- Cross-Functional Leadership: Work collaboratively with engineering, sales, marketing, and support teams to deliver high-quality products on time and within budget.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize analytics, user feedback, and other data sources to inform product decisions and prioritize features that deliver maximum value.
- Go-To-Market: Partner with marketing and sales teams to develop effective go-to-market strategies, including product positioning, messaging, and launch plans.
Qualifications:
- Experience: 5+ years of product management experience, with a significant portion in the construction technology sector.
- UX Focus: Demonstrated ability to design and deliver products with a strong focus on user experience and customer satisfaction.
- Customer Engagement: Proven track record of engaging with customers to gather insights and feedback, and translating that into successful product features.
- Leadership: Strong leadership and cross-functional team collaboration skills, with the ability to influence and drive decision-making across all levels of the organization.
- Technical Acumen: Solid understanding of construction workflows, software development processes, and technology trends in the construction industry.
- Analytical Skills: Proficient in using data and metrics to drive product decisions, with a focus on delivering measurable results.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, particularly sales and engineering.
Innovation: A creative thinker with a passion for innovation and staying ahead of industry trends.
Why Join Us:
- Impact: Be at the forefront of transforming a $12.1 trillion industry. Make a meaningful impact on how the world builds.
- Culture: Join a smart, spirited team dedicated to innovation and excellence.
- Growth: Opportunity for professional growth and career advancement in a fast-paced start-up environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, stock options, benefits package, and a dynamic work environment.
Top Skills
What We Do
A great project schedule is critical to construction project profitability. 70% of projects are over budget, primarily due to poor schedule planning.
CPM Scheduling is hard, and tools have not evolved in decades, as many construction professionals are still using a 100-year-old concept like a Gantt chart.
Planera is a collaborative online whiteboard CPM software that is super simple yet very powerful.
Using Planera, users create resource and cost-loaded schedules in hours instead of weeks.
People with knowledge of the project can build sophisticated schedules themselves without the need for a scheduling expert or consultant, saving time and money, and reducing frustration.
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