Technology Manager - RE Tech Advisors

RE Tech Advisors is seeking a highly motivated, experienced, and passionate Technology Manager to be responsible of a team dedicated to design & execution of our technology solutions, inclusive of software & visual development, database management & architecture design.  RE Tech’s platform is an industry-leading web application that provides our clients with the ability to monitor and improve building performance in order to achieve their overall sustainability goals. The platform also provides visibility to projects and goal progress as well as decarbonization efforts.  The outward facing platform allows front end interaction from the backend database. This role is pivotal in advancing our mission by leading and guiding the development, strategy, and execution of the RE Tech platform. The manager will coordinate with external clients and internal cross-functional teams (Development, Marketing, Customer Success, Business Development, etc.) to ensure the products meet client objectives and are successful in the marketplace.  With your expertise, creativity, and commitment, you will contribute directly to creating a sustainable future for our planet by providing our clients with a product to monitor and improve the sustainability performance of their commercial real estate portfolios.  This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing firm working to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon future. 

We are seeking people who are local to either RE Tech's Dallas, TX or McLean, VA offices. After a successful onboarding, the position is open to a hybrid work model that include a mix of in office and work from home, as well as flex scheduling.

Summary Description

RE Tech Advisors is seeking a highly motivated, experienced, and passionate Project Manager to manage a team dedicated to who design and execute an internal SaaS platform. RE Tech’s platform is an industry-leading web application that provides our clients with the ability to monitor and improve building performance in order to achieve their overall sustainability goals. The Technical Project Manager role is pivotal in advancing our mission by leading and guiding the development, strategy, and execution of the RE Tech platform. The manager will coordinate with external clients and internal cross-functional teams (Development, Marketing, Customer Success, Business Development, etc.) to ensure the products meets client objectives and are successful in the marketplace. With your expertise, creativity, and commitment, you will contribute directly to creating a sustainable future for our planet by providing our clients with a product to monitor and improve the sustainability performance of their commercial real estate portfolios. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing firm working to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon future.

Essential Job Functions / Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Project Management: Lead and manage technical projects related to data analytics and automation through to completion. Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. Analyze and develop procedures for management and technical the ensure the success of the strategic roadmap. Utilize various platforms for to ensure deliberate progress and execution management for all project stakeholders.
• Team Leadership: Provide oversight and mentorship to product manager and developers. Offer guidance on project planning, execution, and problem-solving. Ensure the appropriate staffing and team depth driving productivity.
• Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data analysts, data engineers, and business stakeholders, to define project requirements and deliverables. Create management, communication plans and processes.
• Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize project impact. Proactively address issues and challenges as they arise, adjusting to market trends and stakeholder requests. Ensure data quality and data privacy are never compromised.
• Reporting & Documentation: Prepare detailed project reports, documentation, and presentations for stakeholders. Track project progress and performance metrics to ensure alignment with goals.
• Continuous Improvement: Execute best practices in project management, data analytics, and software development. Foster an environment of continuous learning and improvement within the team. Execute and develop a competitive analysis through researching competitive solutions and documenting their relative strengths and weaknesses.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency with SDLC management tools such as Jira and/or Azure DevOps.
• Understanding of underlying architecture, technologies & tools (JavaScript, SQL, .NET, APIs, Alteryx, Tableau) to properly inform product decisions and functionality.
• Possess a growth mindset seeking continuous improvement and supporting a culture of learning, growing, and improving as an individual, our team members, our business, and our client work.
• Ability to collaborate internally and externally to co-create successful outcomes.
• Analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities. Strong attention to detail in your work and work produced by more junior team members.
• Possess sound business ethics, including the protection of proprietary and confidential information.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to a changing landscape and client needs, handle multiple time-sensitive priorities, excel in a fast-paced environment, and ability to pivot and adjust priorities and approaches.
• Superior interpersonal skills including courtesy, professionalism, and a cooperative attitude. Ability to manage challenging interpersonal situations, including employee and client relationships.
• Strong written communication skills with a propensity to write in a clear, concise manner to convey points effectively, creatively, and with the appropriate tone and professionalism.
• Strong verbal communication skills to effectively interact with and build confidence with internal and external contacts, including public speaking.
• High degree of initiative, proactiveness, drive, enthusiasm, energy, and follow through.

Required Education and/or Experience

• 3+ years in a software product management role, with emphasis on leading cross-team collaboration, creative problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and success in launching products that drive growth and retention.
• Experience supporting sustainability, ESG, climate, energy and/or decarbonization programs or products.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams to design product solutions that fit holistically into a customer’s overall experience alongside cross-functional teams.
• Experience defining projects, driving requirements, writing functional specs and coordinating projects across multiple teams.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize workload and manage competing priorities.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel Requirements

Periodic travel is required for the role. Travel may include travel to RE Tech offices, if remote, or between RE Tech offices (Fairfax VA and Dallas, Texas) for meetings (estimate of four times per year), as well as for Legence and/or client business needs.

Additional Requirements

In compliance with Federal law and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 22.1800, the selected candidate will be required to provide documentation that will verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

No sponsorship available for this position.

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