PlanIT Geo Jobs

PAY: $110k-$140K

PlanIT Geo™ is looking for an experienced full-time Product Manager to shape and drive the future of our SaaS application suite for urban forest management and arborists.

LOCATION: Remote

ABOUT US:

PlanIT Geo, Inc. (planitgeo.com) is a leading SaaS (Software as a Service) and Consulting Services company specializing in innovative solutions for urban forestry mapping and management. Our mission is to map a greener future by empowering communities, businesses, and governments with tools and insights to improve their urban forestry practices. We’re looking for a passionate Product Manager who will report directly to the CTO to help us drive the development of impactful products and features that align with this mission.

ABOUT  THE JOB:

As PlanIT Geo’s Product Manager, you will oversee the product lifecycle from concept to release and beyond. You’ll work closely with the CEO, the CTO, and the Engineering and Marketing teams, and collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, sales, and customer success to ensure product initiatives align with customer needs and business goals. Your ability to analyze data, synthesize feedback, and manage priorities will be key to driving our product roadmap forward.

ABOUT YOU:

• Proven Experience: 3-5 years of product management experience, preferably with experience in B2B SaaS. Industry certifications (e.g. Product School, Pragmatic Institute, CSPO etc) are a strong plus.
• Background: Previous experience in developing products for the GIS or urban forestry sector, or strong familiarity with urban planning, tree care, government ERP or asset management systems, or related environmental industries is highly desirable but not expected
• Technical Aptitude: Possess a solid understanding of software development processes and supporting tools (e.g. Agile, Jira) and the ability to effectively communicate with engineering teams to drive product development.
• Bias Toward Action: Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams by influence, to make decisions in the absence of complete information, and a drive to “get things done”.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas and strategies to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, using data to drive decision-making and prioritize initiatives.
• Customer-Centric: A passion for understanding customer needs and creating products that address their pain points and deliver exceptional value. Enjoy meeting with customers to build relationships, and understand their needs firsthand.
• Adaptability: Thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, and demonstrate flexibility in response to evolving business needs.
• Alignment: You have a passion for trees and nature and an interest in urban forestry.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION:

• Translate Vision to Roadmap: Work with the CEO to operationalize the company vision by defining, validating and implementing product strategies; creating, validating and managing product roadmaps in support of those strategies; and identifying ways to align our products with our Consulting Services solutions. Analyze market trends, customer feedback, and competitive landscape to make data-informed decisions that drive product innovation and differentiation.
• Product Development: Oversee the end-to-end product development lifecycle, from ideation to launch and iteration, ensuring successful execution and timely delivery of features and enhancements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, design, marketing, and customer success to prioritize and manage product roadmap initiatives, and manage the scope and details of the product development backlog.
• Product Roadmap: Define and communicate the product roadmap to all stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer needs, and informing internal and external collaborators of product priorities and progress. Continuously prioritize features and enhancements based on customer insights.
• Ensure Quality: Ensure products and materials are designed, built, and maintained according to high quality standards, and with accessibility for all users.
• Product Launches and Marketing: Collaborate with the marketing team to plan and execute successful product launches. Ensure and contribute to the development of effective marketing collateral and promotional materials to drive adoption and user engagement, and to support sales enablement. Assist with the creation of technical documentation, and customer training materials.
• Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize analytics and data insights to make informed decisions about product performance, user behavior, and market opportunities. Implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success and monitor performance.
• Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market analysis to identify opportunities for expansion, new product offerings, and potential partnerships within the urban forestry industry. Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technological advancements to maintain a competitive edge.
• Customer Insights: Proactively gather customer feedback through existing and new advisory boards and insights through interviews, surveys, and data analysis. Utilize customer feedback to inform the CEO and CTO of product improvements and to enhance the overall user experience.
• Urban Forestry Domain Expertise: Develop a deep understanding of the urban forestry domain, including the challenges faced by cities and organizations in managing urban forests and related geospatial data. Use this knowledge to shape the product’s functionality, addressing critical pain points and delivering value to customers.

COMPENSATION:

Base salary commensurate with experience. Company 401(k) with employer match, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, HSA, and unlimited PTO. Laptop provided by PlanIT Geo as well as other reimbursable expenses. Flexible work hours, a supportive and inclusive work culture, and the opportunity to make a positive impact on the environment and urban communities.
If you’re a strategic thinker with a passion for urban forestry and a proven track record in product management leadership, we encourage you to apply by emailing a cover letter and 2-page resume to iantruslove@planitgeo.com. Join us in driving innovation and creating sustainable solutions for the future of urban forestry.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT::

PlanIT Geo is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. At present we are only considering candidates resident in and legally authorized to work in the USA. Read our full policy here. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant here.

PAY: $19 – $25 per hour or $39k – $60k per year.

Full-time W2 employment (Inquire for Benefits Package)

LOCATION:

Nationwide – Must be able to travel for three to four weeks straight and stay in hotels/Airbnb’s.

DESCRIPTION:

PlanIT Geo provides professional geospatial consulting services and web/mobile software solutions for Urban Forestry and green infrastructure planning, natural resource analysis, forest management, and related areas. We are seeking one candidate with diverse interests and experience/education in urban forestry, arboriculture, GIS, and technology. Candidates should be motivated, versatile, work well in the private industry under strict time restraints, be able to travel, and have excellent communication skills.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION:

• Collect individual tree x/y locations via mobile tools from aerial imagery while in the field.
• Assess each tree for a wide variety of fields/attributes (e.g. Common Name, Scientific Name,
  DBH, Condition, Height, Crown Spread, Insect Issues, Diseases, Defects, Size of Defect, Probability of Failure, Target Frequency, Other Risk Fields, Site Type, Address, etc.).
• Provide clients with training in tree inventory software and related data management in a
  variety of formats (Shapefile, Excel, Access, etc.).

DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• ISA Certified Arborist – must have or be able to obtain within two weeks of hire date.
• Pursuit of, or obtained BS/BA degree in forestry, natural resources, horticulture or related field.
• Ability to ID a variety of North American tree species by common and botanical name (leaf-on and off seasons).
• Ability to ID or quickly learn a variety of defects (biotic and abiotic) for different species of trees.
• Familiarity of plant growth habits and landscape use of common urban tree species.
• Experience in GIS desktop software (ESRI or Open Source; from coursework or other).
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time while using a tablet device safely.
• Flexibility in work hours to meet a quota of trees inventoried per day/week.
• Ability to travel 2-4 weeks at a time, stay in hotels/airbnb’s as needed, and have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing to establish/maintain effective working relationships with staff, clients, and other industry professionals.

ABOUT US:

PlanIT Geo™ provides enterprise GIS Software as a Service (SaaS) for urban trees, parks, tree care, and related green infrastructure asset management. We are a small company based outside of Denver with employees around the country and partners and customers worldwide. This position is an exciting period in our company’s growth, with plenty of opportunities to advance and grow along with us.

At present we are only considering candidates legally authorized to work in the USA. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants or employees based on age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any other non-merit factor.

SUBMITTAL:

PlanIT Geo is looking to evaluate and add a tree inventory technician as soon as possible. If interested and qualified, please email a one-page resume and cover letter to:

hr@cybhumanresources.com