Job Description
As a Principal Industry Product Manager (IC4) - Construction , you will operate as a senior individual contributor responsible for defining and driving the build of key construction capabilities within NetSuite ERP. This role owns the strategy and execution direction for delivering a construction-ready ERP solution with strong emphasis on:
Construction accounting
Project financial management
Industry compliance
Contractor and subcontractor workflows
The objective is clear: make NetSuite the most desired ERP platform for construction firms, including general contractors, subcontractors, and builders. You will define what must be built natively in NetSuite to compete effectively against construction-focused platforms while preserving NetSuite's core financial strength. Success is measured by vertical ARR growth, improved competitive win rates, adoption of new construction capabilities, and clarity of industry positioning.
Core Responsibilities (IC4 Scope)
Construction Product Strategy & Build Leadership
Define and own the product strategy for Construction within NetSuite ERP.
Lead the definition and prioritization of new capabilities required to support construction accounting and project financial management.
Translate contractor and builder operational complexity into scalable ERP functionality.
Partner with Engineering to drive execution of high-impact vertical enhancements.
This role defines what gets built - and why.
Deep Construction Domain Expertise
Serve as the internal SME across:
Job costing and cost-to-complete forecasting
Work-in-progress (WIP) reporting
Percentage-of-completion revenue recognition
AIA progress billing and retention management
Change order tracking and financial impact analysis
Subcontract management and pay applications
Project-based budgeting and forecasting
Equipment cost allocation and utilization
Multi-project and multi-entity consolidation
Compliance and audit readiness in construction accounting
Understand how ERP must integrate with field project management systems (e.g., Procore).
Construction Accounting & Compliance Focus
Strengthen NetSuite's capabilities in:
ASC 606 revenue recognition for construction
WIP schedules and financial transparency
Bonding and surety reporting requirements
Cash flow forecasting by project
Audit-ready financial controls
Ensure the solution meets regulatory and industry compliance expectations.
Competitive Differentiation
Identify capability gaps versus construction-focused systems (e.g., Procore, Sage Intacct Construction, Viewpoint).
Define where NetSuite should build, partner, or integrate.
Establish NetSuite's point of view on ERP + AI for construction financial intelligence.
AI-Driven Innovation
Define and drive AI-enabled construction use cases, including:
Predictive cost overruns
Margin risk detection by project
Automated WIP variance analysis
Change order financial impact modeling
Cash flow risk forecasting
Cross-Functional Influence
Lead through influence across Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success.
Support strategic construction deals where product credibility is required.
Operate autonomously with limited oversight consistent with IC4 expectations.
Required Qualifications
Undergraduate degree in a relevant field.
10+ years of experience in product management or industry solution leadership.
Deep expertise in construction accounting and contractor financial operations.
Strong understanding of job costing, WIP, revenue recognition, and compliance requirements.
ERP background required; NetSuite experience strongly preferred.
Demonstrated success translating industry requirements into scalable product capabilities.
Strong executive communication and stakeholder influence skills.
Desired (but Not Essential)
Experience working with Procore or similar construction project management systems.
Exposure to Oracle Construction products (Primavera, Textura, Aconex).
Experience in mid-market and upper mid-market contractor environments.
MBA or equivalent business education.
Responsibilities
Core Responsibilities (IC4 Scope)
Construction Product Strategy & Build Leadership
Define and own the product strategy for Construction within NetSuite ERP.
Lead the definition and prioritization of new capabilities required to support construction accounting and project financial management.
Translate contractor and builder operational complexity into scalable ERP functionality.
Partner with Engineering to drive execution of high-impact vertical enhancements.
This role defines what gets built - and why.
Deep Construction Domain Expertise
Serve as the internal SME across:
Job costing and cost-to-complete forecasting
Work-in-progress (WIP) reporting
Percentage-of-completion revenue recognition
AIA progress billing and retention management
Change order tracking and financial impact analysis
Subcontract management and pay applications
Project-based budgeting and forecasting
Equipment cost allocation and utilization
Multi-project and multi-entity consolidation
Compliance and audit readiness in construction accounting
Understand how ERP must integrate with field project management systems (e.g., Procore).
Construction Accounting & Compliance Focus
Strengthen NetSuite's capabilities in:
ASC 606 revenue recognition for construction
WIP schedules and financial transparency
Bonding and surety reporting requirements
Cash flow forecasting by project
Audit-ready financial controls
Ensure the solution meets regulatory and industry compliance expectations.
Competitive Differentiation
Identify capability gaps versus construction-focused systems (e.g., Procore, Sage Intacct Construction, Viewpoint).
Define where NetSuite should build, partner, or integrate.
Establish NetSuite's point of view on ERP + AI for construction financial intelligence.
AI-Driven Innovation
Define and drive AI-enabled construction use cases, including:
Predictive cost overruns
Margin risk detection by project
Automated WIP variance analysis
Change order financial impact modeling
Cash flow risk forecasting
Cross-Functional Influence
Lead through influence across Engineering, Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success.
Support strategic construction deals where product credibility is required.
Operate autonomously with limited oversight consistent with IC4 expectations.
Disclaimer:
Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.
Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only
US: Hiring Range in USD from: $82,500 to $199,500 per annum. May be eligible for bonus and equity.
Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business.
Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity.
Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion
Short term disability and long term disability
Life insurance and AD&D
Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child)
Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts
Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits
401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match
Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation.
11 paid holidays
Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours.
Paid parental leave
Adoption assistance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Financial planning and group legal
Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance
The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted.
Career Level - IC4
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