Product Manager

Guiding the development of digital tools used in energy projects.

Engineering, Design and Construction

What this person does in the real world

  • Gather user needs and define product features
  • Work with designers and developers to deliver improvements
  • Measure performance and decide what to prioritise next

Why this job matters

Digital tools help energy teams monitor systems, plan projects and make decisions. Product Managers ensure these tools meet user needs and continue to improve over time.

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Skills and tools you’ll use

  • Planning and prioritisation skills
  • Communication with technical and non-technical teams
  • Understanding user needs
  • Roadmapping and feature tracking tools
  • Measuring product performance
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Where you’ll work

You’ll typically work in an office or hybrid tech environment alongside developers and operations teams.

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You’ll love this if you...

  • Enjoy organising ideas
  • Like prioritising clearly
  • Feel confident talking to different types of people
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Routes in

  • Apprenticeship: Associate Project Manager
  • College/University: Any STEM or Business
  • First roles: Product Owner (Junior), Business Analyst
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