UL Solutions
Product Manager - Building and Construction Services
- Northbrook, Illinois
- Hybrid
- full time
- $130k–$145k/year
- Posted today
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About the role
The Product Manager leads the definition and execution of roadmap priorities by
partnering closely with Engineering, Operations, Sales, Marketing, Quality, and
external industry stakeholders. Success in this role requires strong market
knowledge of building products and construction systems, disciplined P&L and
margin management, and the ability to translate strategy into scalable,
revenue‑producing programs delivered through cross‑functional leadership.Â
RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategy, Roadmap & Revenue Growth
* Develop and own a clear product and service roadmap aligned to business
strategy, technology investments, and market demand, with a direct focus on
revenue growth and profitability.
* Identify, prioritize, and execute revenue‑generating initiatives across new
services, service line extensions, and lifecycle optimization opportunities
to meet Vitality Index (NPVI) KPI
* Lead business case development for organic growth initiatives, including
market sizing, revenue forecasts, cost structures, and margin impact.
* Translate market and customer insights into actionable decisions that balance
near‑term revenue delivery with long‑term strategic growth.Â
P&L Ownership & Profitability Management
* Own and manage product and service profitability, including pricing strategy,
margin levers, cost drivers, and investment tradeoffs.
* Define pricing and competitive positioning strategies based on North American
market dynamics, customer value, and competitive benchmarks.Â
Cross‑Functional Program Execution
* Lead cross‑functional teams (Engineering, Operations, Sales, Marketing,
Quality, Client Services) to execute roadmap initiatives from concept through
launch and scale.
* Drive disciplined execution of programs, ensuring on‑time, on‑budget delivery
while meeting defined revenue and profitability targets.
* Serve as the single point of accountability for project outcomes, aligning
stakeholders around priorities, tradeoffs, and execution plans.Â
Market, Customer & Industry Leadership
* Apply deep knowledge of the building products, construction materials and
systems market in North America to inform strategy and investment decisions.
* Engage directly with customers, specifiers, regulators, trade associations,
and industry stakeholders to identify unmet needs and emerging opportunities.
* Partner with Sales to support customer discovery, value articulation, and
commercialization of new and existing services.Â
* Conduct Voice of Customer (VOC) gathering and analysis to address
opportunities in the market and eco-system needs
Go‑to‑Market & Commercial Enablement
* Define and execute go‑to‑market strategies for new services, including value
proposition, target segments, pricing, and launch plans.
* Enable Sales and Commercial teams with training, tools, collateral, and
messaging to support successful revenue adoption.
* Track post‑launch performance and continuously optimize offerings based on
market response and financial outcomes.Â
QUALIFICATIONS
* 5–7+ years of product management, product strategy, or new business
development experience with direct revenue and P&L accountability.
* Demonstrated experience developing and executing product roadmaps tied to
revenue growth and margin improvement.
* 5–7+ years at manufacturer or TIC services. Strong understanding of building
products, construction materials, or building systems markets in North
America.
* Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams and execute complex programs in
a matrixed organization.
* Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field (or equivalent
experience).
* Ability to travel up to ~15% domestically.Â
What we offer:
We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step
in your career. The estimated salary range for this position is $130,000. to
$145,000. and is based on multiple factors, including job-related
knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, as well as other
factors. This position is eligible for annual bonus compensation with a target
payout of 20% of the base salary.Â
This position also provides health benefits such as medical, dental and vision;
wellness benefits such as mental and financial health; and retirement savings
(401K) commensurate with the standard rewards offered in each individual
location or country. We also provide full-time employees with paid time off
including vacation (15 days), holiday including floating holidays (12 days) and
sick time off (72 hours).
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Skills
- Product management
- Product strategy
- P&L management
- Roadmap development
- Revenue growth
- Market analysis
- Cross-functional leadership
- Pricing strategy
- Business case development
- Go-to-market strategy
- Voice of customer
- Construction materials
- Building products
- Commercialization
- Stakeholder management
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