Peoduct Manager

Gdh Consulting, Inc.; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Paid holidays

Wellbeats membership

Gym discount

Job summary

GDH Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Product Leader to drive Agile product delivery for energy and safety-focused solutions. You will coordinate cross-functional teams within SAFe, shaping product strategy and delivering measurable value for PSPS planning and response in the energy sector.

You will manage lifecycle activities, build business cases, and maintain stakeholder alignment while guiding development teams towards meeting regulatory and market needs in an on-site Oakland environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading Agile product development.
• Proven SAFe experience including PI planning.
• Energy/utility sector familiarity with safety or regulatory programs.
• Strong stakeholder management and milestone sign-offs.
• Experience building business cases and IT cost estimates.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, regulatory support.

Responsibilities

• Manage existing behavior change products and coordinate lifecycle activities.
• Apply Agile practices to define user problems and requirements.
• Collaborate with manufacturers and service providers on tech development.
• Communicate product goals to align with market needs and objectives.
• Identify opportunities via customer research and market feedback.
• Maintain stakeholder relationships and secure sign-offs on changes.
• Review deliverables for completeness and quality documentation.
• Conduct market surveillance to compare competitors and define value.
• Develop business cases highlighting technical and commercial drivers.
• Prepare RFPs, IT estimates, and test products in markets or simulations.
• Lead user acceptance testing and iterative development with feedback.
• Promote continuous improvement through retrospectives and lessons learned.
• Support training with documentation and instructor-led sessions.
• Provide regular project updates to leadership on progress and risks.
• Serve as SME to support marketing, sales, and regulatory activities.
• Participate in on-call rotations for PSPS event planning in EOC.

Skills

Product Manager

SAFe

Stakeholder Management

Agile Methodologies

Jira

Confluence

On-Call

Tools

Jira

Confluence

SAFe planning tools

Job description

Role Summary

This position involves leading Agile product delivery for technology solutions that support Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) planning and response in the energy sector. The role requires managing complex products and operational processes within a Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring the delivery of measurable business value. The candidate will work closely with stakeholders to develop, enhance, and sunset energy‑related products and services, supporting safety initiatives and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage existing behavior change products, oversee the development of new products, and coordinate product lifecycle activities.
• Apply Agile methodologies to research, define user problems, and develop functional requirements across multiple complex products.
• Evaluate and influence the development of emerging energy and utility technologies by collaborating with manufacturers and service providers.
• Communicate product goals and strategies effectively to maintain alignment with market needs and organizational objectives.
• Identify opportunities for product improvements through customer research, market feedback, and internal analysis.
• Maintain stakeholder relationships and manage development milestones with transparency, securing sign‑off on technological and process changes.
• Review product deliverables ensuring completeness, alignment with needs, and high‑quality supporting documentation.
• Conduct market surveillance to understand competitive offerings and establish the unique value of the product portfolio.
• Develop business cases to highlight key technical and commercial drivers influencing market adoption.
• Prepare RFPs, develop IT estimates, and test products in real‑market or simulated environments, supporting policy and strategy documentation.
• Lead user acceptance testing, verify product deliverables against acceptance criteria, and facilitate iterative development with continuous feedback.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement through retrospectives and lessons learned sessions.
• Support training initiatives by creating documentation, presentations, and conducting instructor‑led training for end users.
• Provide regular project updates to leadership, including successes, challenges, and opportunities for collaboration.
• Serve as subject matter expert to support marketing, sales, and regulatory activities by providing technical content and responses.
• Participate in on‑call rotations supporting PSPS event planning and execution within the Emergency Operations Center (EOC).

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Product Manager or Product Owner leading Agile product development for technology and operational processes.
• Proven track record working within the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe), including PI planning and backlog management.
• Experience in the energy or utilities industry, especially with public safety, emergency operations, or regulatory compliance programs, preferred.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with demonstrated ability to manage development timelines and facilitate sign‑offs across teams.
• Expertise in developing business cases, RFPs, and IT cost estimates to support technology decisions.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with experience supporting regulatory filings and testimony.
• Ability to adapt to fast‑paced, ambiguous environments and effectively delegate or lead projects.
• Willingness and capacity to participate in the on‑call schedule supporting EOC activities during PSPS events.
• Technical proficiency with Agile project management tools such as Jira and Confluence, and experience with SAFe planning tools.

Pay Range

Publishing Pay Range: $65.00 - $75.00 hourly

Location Requirements

This position is based in office and requires employee to work on‑site.

About GDH

At GDH, we believe in the power of people and the importance of caring. Our culture statement, "We care about people," isn't just a tagline - it's the core of everything we do.

GDH is a premier staffing and talent solutions company dedicated to helping businesses find the best talent and assisting job seekers in finding their dream jobs. Who We Are: GDH, founded in 2001, has grown into a leader in providing staffing solutions across various industries. We specialize in IT across several sectors, connecting top talent with leading enterprises. As a Best of Staffing firm recognized for excellence in client, employee, talent, and women's services, we pride ourselves on our commitment to quality and service.

GDH Benefits GDH offers a range of employee benefits that are designed to promote well‑being and help maintain a healthy work‑life balance. These comprehensive benefits cover various aspects of an employee's life and aim to enhance their overall experience with the company. Our health benefits include three medical insurance options with access to KISx Card, Zero Card, and HealthJoy concierge services. Other plan offerings include dental, vision, life, disability, supplemental insurance, and pet insurance plans. Enjoy additional perks like holiday pay, 401(k) plan, direct deposit, an employee referral program, work‑life balance benefits, a Wellbeats membership, a discounted gym membership program, and more! For more detailed information on benefits, please go to GDH's website under the tab for candidates.

GDH provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. Applicants with disabilities who require an accommodation or assistance in applying and/or for interviewing, please contact our HR Department. Please visit our notice of collection for California applicants.