McKinstry

Technical Product Manager

McKinstry$99K — $169K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of technical program management experience with full product lifecycle ownership.
  • Preferred experience in the AEC industry, particularly in construction or engineering.
  • Certifications such as CSPO, PMP, or SAFe Product Owner are strongly preferred.
  • Proficiency in writing clear product requirements that can be executed without ambiguity.
  • Hands-on experience leading agile or sprint-based methodologies, including sprint planning and retrospectives.
  • Familiarity with AI or data product development, able to write appropriate acceptance criteria for AI outputs.
  • Strong analytical capabilities to define, track, and defend success metrics for pilots.

Responsibilities

  • Own sprint execution across all active AI tools, managing planning and reviews.
  • Translate business use cases into specific product requirements like user stories and metrics.
  • Manage the pilot intake pipeline, including documentation and evaluation processes.
  • Oversee the product lifecycle from pilot approval to production deployment.
  • Track pilot progress, flagging scope creep and mitigating timeline risks.
  • Maintain metrics and dashboards for pilot portfolios, tracking success rates and timelines.

Benefits

  • 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans with low or no deductibles.
  • Family formation benefits including adoption and IVF assistance.
  • Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave.
  • Transgender inclusive benefits.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity with McKinstry

The Technical Product Manager, AI Delivery (TPM) is the delivery engine that turns AI strategy into shipped tools, measurable outcomes, and production-ready capabilities for the business. The TPM is responsible for owning the intake pipeline mechanics, use case scoping, success metric definition and the product lifecycle from pilot approval to production deployment. This role serves the AI program by translating approved use cases into specific, buildable product requirements that the AI engineering team can execute without ambiguity and by managing the pilot lifecycle so that Directors can focus on strategy and stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities include:
  • Own sprint methodology execution across all active AI tools. This includes running planning, standups, sprint reviews and retrospectives and ensuring that every pilot in the
  • active portfolio has a clear scope, a measurable success criterion, and a named decision owner before it starts.
  • Translates approved use cases from the business into specific product requirements such as user stories, acceptance criteria, data requirements, integration specifications and AI evaluation metrics.
  • Manages the pilot intake pipeline mechanics including the intake form, evaluation process, scoring and the documentation that supports the decision.
  • Owns the product lifecycle from pilot approval to production deployment; tracking pilot progress against success criteria, flagging scope creep and timeline risk managing the handoff from pilot to production.
  • Maintains the program's delivery metrics and pilot portfolio dashboard to include active pilots by Division, success rate, time from intake to decision, time from approval to first user and net ROI for closed pilots to ensure current data.


What You Need to Succeed at McKinstry:
  • 4+ years of technical program management with demonstrated ability to own a product lifecycle from requirements to shipped software.
  • AEC industry experience is a plus, especially in construction, engineering or technical project delivery.
  • CSPO, PMP or SAFe Product Owner credentials strongly preferred.
  • Able to write product requirements including user stories, acceptance criteria, data requirements and API specifications that engineering teams can build from without a follow-up meeting.
  • Hands-on experience with agile or sprint-based delivery methodology; has run sprint planning, retrospectives and backlog grooming as the product owner or delivery lead, not just as a participant .
  • Working familiarity with AI or data product development; understands the difference between a traditional software product and an AI-powered product well enough to write appropriate acceptance criteria and evaluation metrics for AI outputs.
  • Strong analytical skills; can define a success metric for a pilot before it starts, track it during execution, and calculate net ROI at close with enough rigor to defend the number in an executive review.
  • Comfortable working across multiple workstreams simultaneously while managing active pilots in two or three Divisions at once without losing track of scope, timeline or decision owners.
  • Strong written communication skills.

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:
  • Competitive pay
  • 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:
  • Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
  • Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
  • Transgender inclusive benefits
  • Commuter benefits
  • Pet insurance
  • "Building Good" paid community service time
  • Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
  • McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See 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 $99,270 - $169,900 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. 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. Base pay information is based on market location.

About McKinstry

McKinstry is an engineering company specializing in designing, constructing, operating, and maintaining high-performing buildings. Its professional staff and tradespeople deliver consulting, construction, energy, and facility services. As an early adopter of the DBOM process, the company advocates collaborative and sustainable solutions that are designed to ensure occupant comfort, improve systems efficiency, reduce facility operational costs, and ultimately optimize client profitability for the life of their building. McKinstry works with school districts, universities, municipalities, hospitals, and private companies nationwide. Its clients care about long-term planning, saving energy, and driving out waste, and have sophisticated facilities that require nothing but the best. The company was established in 1960 in Seattle, Washington.

McKinstry Careers

Joining McKinstry presents a prime opportunity to be part of a team that values innovation, leadership, and diversity training. McKinstry, a leader in designing, constructing, and managing efficient buildings, offers a variety of job opportunities that cater to professionals eager to drive sustainable changes in the industry.

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McKinstry is actively hiring and offers a range of positions that suit different skills and career aspirations. From engineering to project management, McKinstry seeks passionate, curious, and solution-driven team players. Explore open positions that match your professional interests and skills.

Internship Programs

McKinstry provides robust internship programs designed to foster growth and offer real-world experience in a supportive environment. Internships are a cornerstone of McKinstry’s commitment to professional development, helping interns to enhance their resumes and prepare for full-time roles through hands-on projects and mentorship.

Employee Benefits and Company Culture

McKinstry is dedicated to supporting its team members not only in their professional lives but also in their personal growth and well-being. The company offers competitive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, alongside opportunities for leadership development and diversity training. The culture at McKinstry is built on a foundation of respect and inclusion, where every team member’s contribution is valued.

Professional Growth and Development

Career growth at McKinstry is propelled by continuous learning and innovation. Employees are encouraged to take leadership roles within projects, participate in networking events, and engage in ongoing education programs. McKinstry supports career advancement through professional development courses and certifications.

Networking and Innovation

At McKinstry, networking and innovation go hand in hand. Employees are encouraged to collaborate across teams and disciplines, driving innovation that leads to industry-leading solutions and practices. McKinstry’s commitment to sustainability and efficient building solutions offers a unique platform for professionals to impact the future of the built environment.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity training and inclusion are integral to McKinstry’s ethos. The company strives to create a workplace where diverse perspectives are embraced, and everyone has the opportunity to succeed. McKinstry believes that a diverse workforce fosters creativity and innovation, which are critical for leadership in the industry.

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When applying for a position at McKinstry, candidates are advised to tailor their resumes to highlight relevant experience and skills. The interview process is designed to assess not only professional qualifications but also a candidate’s fit within McKinstry’s culture and values.

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