Product Manager

Summary

Join FOS Simplebid® as their Product Manager and oversee all aspects of product research, design, and marketing. You will conduct market research, collaborate with various teams (sales, software, operations, customer experience), and guide product development strategy. Responsibilities include creating training materials, developing an archive system, and acting as a Subject Matter Expert. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in construction management, project management, or a related field, along with Job Order Contracting expertise. FOS offers a competitive benefits package including flexible work arrangements, generous paid time off, and opportunities for professional growth.

Requirements

• Minimum 12 years of related experience in construction management, project management, engineering, or closely related field required
• Minimum 10 years or experience in Job Order Contracting (JOC) required
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to facilitate collaboration and relationship-building between team members, other departments, upper management, and product users
• Extensive technical expertise and knowledge of the product and the market in which it resides
• Superior project management and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain keen attention to detail, multitask, and work well under pressure
• A natural curiosity, positive outlook, and creative mindset
• Strong team player who collaborates effectively with others
• Genuine empathy for clients and a commitment to addressing their challenges

Responsibilities

• Specify and oversee the research needed to determine customer needs and desires
• Actively seek customer and market input to drive product innovation
• Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) during product implementation, ongoing operations, and training or speaking opportunities
• Collaborate closely with the in-house sales team and Program Design & Contracts Manager to identify client needs and inform product enhancements
• Work with the software team on product improvements and new features, ensuring technical feasibility and alignment with business objectives. Ensure software enhancements are documented and communicated to Operations for client training
• Public relations (speaking engagements, committee/board membership)
• Develop and maintain a robust training manual to support user education and engagement with the Simplebid® platform
• Other duties as assigned

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred, but not required

Benefits

• Flexible work schedule and work from home options
• Competitive benefits package
• Generous paid time off policy
• An inclusive work environment that encourages employees to demonstrate their strengths and passions in achieving personal and organizational goals
• Coaching with leadership that enables professional growth for future career pathing
• The opportunity to work for a growing team with proven success
• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Flexible spending account options
• Voluntary insurances
• Paid time off
• Flex-time schedules
• Remote work options
• 401k plan
• Employee perk programs