Lead Technical Product Manager - Covenantz

What is Covenantz?

Covenantz is a revolutionary data company with a unique platform for verifying and validating industry data. This is an exciting time at Covenantz. We are building KiRegistry, the world’s first and only transactional archival network focused on the Built Environment (e.g., construction, manufacturing, design). Covenantz provides proprietary technology to integrate industry silos because we believe that if people had better data, they could make better decisions.

What makes KiRegistry unique?

KiRegistry’s mission is to change how the world builds.  KiRegistry is a digital world (multiplayer “ecosystem”) where builders can dream, create, collaborate, and profit without the worry, waste, fraud, and delays they experience in the material world.

KiRegistry is a financial and archival transactional network AND a collaborative team ecosystem for the Built Environment that includes several innovative FEATURES:

• It is free to join. Unlike most platforms that charge per-seat fees.

• Global Product Library. KiRegistry hosts the world’s first geo-based carbon tracking, calculation, and provenance product library for the built environment (no one else is even attempting this).

• KiMarketplace. KiRegistry hosts a global marketplace where manufacturers and suppliers can offer products and services to project owners and specifiers. It is similar to Amazon but is dedicated to verifying the construction and design of products.

• Transactional Archive. Project data and transactions can be archived during construction and perpetuity to protect project owners and avoid legal conflicts.

• B2B Network. Members network and collaborate inside and outside the projects they work on.

• Financial and Transactional Platform: The Intelligent Covenant Management (ICM) Platform supports financial transactions within and specifying for projects worldwide. Covenantz operates the network engine, which processes premium data features through a paywall for a small performance fee. Most of the KiRegistry features can be utilized for free. The project acceleration features trigger a paywall and become part of the Covenantz processing system.

With KiRegistry, project owners can track, validate, and manage risks in real-time, accelerating projects and achieving more profitable outcomes.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Lead Technical Product Manager to spearhead the development of KiRegistry in collaboration with external software development agencies and subcontractors. In this role, you will be responsible for owning the product roadmap, ensuring timely and successful delivery, and aligning technical execution with business goals. You will work closely with the founder & CTO to drive product vision and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Product Strategy & Vision:

  • Define, communicate, and own the product vision, roadmap, and strategy based on market trends, customer feedback, and business goals.

  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to establish clear product priorities and objectives.

  • Ensure product alignment with business strategy, balancing innovation with technical feasibility.

• Agency & Subcontractor Management:

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for external development agencies and subcontractors.

  • Manage relationships with external partners, including defining scope, timelines, and deliverables.

  • Ensure agencies adhere to technical specifications, coding standards, and project milestones.

  • Conduct regular progress reviews and mitigate any risks to ensure project success.

• Technical Leadership:

  • Work closely with engineering teams to translate product requirements into actionable technical specifications.

  • Review technical documentation, including architecture, APIs, and integration plans, to ensure alignment with product goals.

  • Assess and resolve technical challenges that arise during the development lifecycle.

  • Advocate for scalable, maintainable, and efficient solutions.

• Project Management:

  • Oversee project timelines, dependencies, and risks to ensure on-time delivery of key milestones.

  • Manage the product development lifecycle from concept to launch, including user stories, sprints, and retrospectives.

  • Prioritize and manage the product backlog in collaboration with stakeholders, balancing short-term and long-term goals.

  • Ensure the effective communication of project updates, risks, and blockers across all stakeholders.

• Data-Driven Decision Making:

  • Analyze product performance metrics to guide iteration and continuous improvement.

  • Use data to inform decisions regarding new features, optimizations, and future product iterations.

Requirements

• Experience:

  • Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Product Manager, with at least 2 years in a lead role.

  • Proven experience working with external software development agencies or subcontractors.

  • Strong background in managing end-to-end product development for software applications.

• Technical Expertise:

  • Solid understanding of software development practices, APIs, cloud infrastructure, and systems architecture.

  • Experience working in agile and scrum environments.

  • Ability to engage with technical stakeholders and understand complex systems and architectures.

• Project Management Skills:

  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and external teams simultaneously.

  • Hands-on experience with project management tools such as JIRA, Trello, or Asana.

  • Ability to clearly communicate project progress and risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Soft Skills:

  • Excellent leadership and communication skills, capable of driving cross-functional teams and agency partners toward common goals.

  • Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on delivering high-quality software products on time.

  • Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable making decisions in a fast-paced environment.

• Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with managing distributed teams and remote agencies.

  • Prior experience in a technical role such as software engineering or systems architecture is a plus.

  • Familiarity with PHP, Laravel, AG Grid, and AWS.

Why join Covenantz?

Glad you asked! We offer…

• A world-class team with deep roots in sustainable construction, architecture, cutting-edge technology, and data development backed by some of the industry's finest finance and infrastructure investors: our sponsor client is one of the largest banks in the world. We are cultivating a new cultural blend of excellent data engineering and AI-enabled technical workflows.

• A fast-growing company with lots of opportunities for learning and personal growth.

• A front-row seat to the rapid evolution of data management and the construction industry. Data validation and management are essential to change how the world builds, providing greater efficiency, profitability, and sustainability to an industry in decline for over 60 years. Covenantz’s patented platform technology integrates and supports the KiRegistry transactional archival network and marketplace ecosystem.

• A creative, mindful, and high-performing company culture. We always seek ways to improve ourselves and our processes; we value transparency, honesty, hard work, and integrity. We prioritize empowering our team members and hiring smarter than we are.

• A distributed team with lots of flexibility around timing and individual work preferences. We currently have teammates in California, Illinois, Utah, and Washington, with more joining in New York, DC, and Europe. Joining our team now means you will impact how our culture continues to evolve.

• And, of course, competitive compensation (base salary + equity package) with available Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K.

The salary range for this role is $180k-$220k, plus equity. We consider the skill level, experience, and location of the specific candidate when making offers. In addition to our compensation package, we offer a competitive suite of benefits.

Covenantz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with Federal law and the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 22.1800, the selected candidate must provide documentation verifying their identity and eligibility to work in the United States.

While this position is remote, we currently require applicants to be in the United States and cannot offer visa sponsorship.